While it’s unfortunate because it presents an exquisite sights, it’s also potentially unsafe.
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Blue Dragon (Glaucus Atlanticus) has made itself immune to the stings of man o’war by integrating the most venomous cells of man o’war into its own tissues. Now armed and unsafe with its victim’s weapon, the blue dragon can impart a nasty sting on any would-be predators. Luckily, none of those on the shores of Queensland, Australia, where the tiny Blue Dragon washed ashore did.
Blue Dragon or Glaucus Atlanticus is one of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. It would look tempting though to touch the attractive blue streaks.
The blue underside blends in with the surface water allowing it to float along the ocean’s surface, until it runs into a creature like the risky Portuguese Man O’War.
The blue sea slug is not only rare but highly venomous as well.
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They are not seen often – usually spending their time riding surface currents out to sea, however they can be found off the coast of South Africa and have been found in Australia in the past. They generally live in warm temperate climates, and mostly spend their time out in the open ocean. They can occasionally wash up on beaches, however, and not only down under. Aspiring Khaleesis, however, should beware that trying to pick them up could result in a painful sting. They’re pretty, but all that admiration might fade while burning with pain from contact.
