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Sea Wasp

The sea wasp describes 50 different beautiful, venomous jellyfish species found in the Caribbean Sea and Indo-Pacific ocean, particularly near Australia. Also commonly known as the box jellyfish, these cnidarians pack a powerful punch. One Australian species of box jelly is venomous enough to cause death within three minutes of being stung and is the most venomous marine animal known to man. If you suspect being stung by a sea wasp/box jellyfish, seek medical attention immediately.

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