Anyone unfamiliar with the biology of the venomous Portuguese man-of-war would likely mistake it for a jellyfish. Not only is it not a jellyfish, it's not even an "it," but a "they." The ...

Visitors should stay alert to the authorities' instructions and avoid entering the water in areas where these organisms have been spotted.

Jensen Beach, FL - A surge of Portuguese man o’ war along Florida's Treasure Coast beaches has prompted warnings due to their painful stings and potential danger to beachgoers. Beach visitors ...

Answer: Very carefully! Portuguese man o’war are normally only seen when they turn up on our beaches, and in recent months the UK has seen a ‘plague’ of these strange creatures washing up.

Beachgoers and individuals engaged in coastal activities are urged to remain vigilant, as the Portuguese Man o’ War can still sting even after it is dead due to a reflex action of its tentacles ...