Mistaken as harmless, some marine invertebrates and coral can cause allergic reactions, sting or contain toxic substances…
Scuba Diving Touch Me Nots (Part 1)
December 26, 2009 By 1 Comment
A question frequently asked by Scuba Divers is what are the toxic/stinging/hazardous coral and marine life you should avoid touching while Scuba diving? Most divers know and are aware of the toothy creatures to keep away from while diving, but often mistaken for harmless plants or nonliving gelatinous masses are marine invertebrates and coral that [...]
Playing With Fire Underwater: Fire Coral Demystified
September 19, 2009 By 3 Comments
What is Fire Coral? Most Scuba divers who have dived in tropical or sub-tropical reefs will have been cautioned about getting stung by the notorious Fire Coral, and will have filed away the information as just one of the many things that can sting or harm you underwater. Fire Coral also known as Stinging or [...]
