Caution on France's Atlantic Coast: Dangerous "Portuguese Man o' Wars" Return to Beaches

Portuguese man o' wars are currently drawing increased attention at several beaches in southwestern France. The marine creatures, also known as false jellyfish, have once again been spotted along the Atlantic coast and in Landes. Winds and ocean currents are responsible for carrying them to the shore. Lifeguards and authorities are therefore monitoring the situation particularly closely and warning beachgoers about the risks. At first glance, the Portuguese man o' war resembles a harmless jellyfish. In reality, however, it is something entirely different. It is not a single living organism, ...