The box jellyfish (Chironex fleckeri), aka sea wasp, releases a toxin so powerful that it causes a rapid spike in blood pressure, which can cause cardiac arrest and lead to death. Auscape ...

From the deadly Australian box jellyfish to the massive lion's mane jellyfish, these gelatinous animals demand caution. Understanding their habitats, venomous stings, and potential risks is ...

GEORGE TOWN: Two species of the deadly box jellyfish, previously not thought to exist here, are breeding in the sea around Penang. Their venom causes Irukandji Syndrome, which includes severe ...

Aa few stand out for their ability to deliver a deadly jellyfish sting. Here are the top 10, ranked from most dangerous to least dangerous. The Australian box jellyfish, also known as the sea wasp, ...

Most are free-swimming species with the characteristic bell-shaped body, also called a medusa. Cubozoans are more commonly known as box jellyfish. They differ from scyphozoan jellyfish because of ...

Known for carrying heart-stopping venom that can kill a person in 15 minutes, and for their ability to grow up to 10 feet long, box jellyfish have quite the reputation. Now, researchers have ...

Our Tuesday segment, Australia Wide covers local events and useful community information from six cities across Australia . This week, Kylie Cuff reports from Darwin. On air 29 October 2024 ...