Never Touch THIS Toxic Creature On A Texas Beach

Odd blue critters were recently scattered across Texas beaches, but before you go picking it up for a closer look, heed the warning from the experts.

TINY BLUE SEA SLUGS

Meet the 'Glaucus Atlanticus,' also known as the blue sea dragon or sea swallow. These tiny sea slugs, barely the size of your fingernail, have been making quite the splash on Texas beaches lately. Blame it on the strong winds blowing them into the Gulf of Mexico.

PRETTY INTENSE VENOMOUS STING

Sure, they're pretty to admire, but don't let their looks fool you. These sea dragons pack a punch – literally. Their venomous sting can outdo even the notorious Portuguese Man O' War. 

Touching one could land you in a world of pain. A few common symptoms include:

• extreme pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• hospitalization

STEER CLEAR THIS SUMMER

So, if you happen upon these little blue devils during your beach stroll, steer clear. They may be fascinating creatures, but it's best to admire them from a safe distance. And with sightings expected to continue into the early summer months, it's better to be safe than sorry.

INSANE SEA CREATURE FOUND IN PORT ARANSAS

Not all things crawling around Texas beaches are dangerous. For instance, a woman in Port Aransas was baffled after encountering a MASSIVE starfish crawling in the sand. 

The Massive starfish has been identified as the gray sea star (Luidia chlarata). This species can grow up to 12 inches in diameter. Photos and videos online immediately caught the attention of people from all over.

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