Scuba Diving Touch Me Nots (Part 2)

Sea Cucumber

Mistaken as harmless, some marine invertebrates and coral can cause allergic reactions, sting or contain toxic substances…

Scuba Diving Touch Me Nots (Part 1)

Fire Sponge

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 [...]