Dangerous Sea Life

The coastal waters of Thailand are home to a variety of poisonous sea life. Most popular tourist resorts pose little risk normally but you should be aware of certain animals.

Jellyfish are the most well known. Most varieties cause no more harm than painful stings, which are easily treated with vinegar, to neutralize the stings. However, there are rare cases of fatal stings from a particularly dangerous type of jellyfish found in some areas, the Hua Hin and Cha-am area being particularly notorious.

There is also the Dragonfish, an aggressive fish found around coral reefs. Snorkelers are certainly at risk from this species and a sting from one of their spines causes severe and immediate pain, which may require hospitalization. Seek help without delay if affected.

Then there is the very dangerous Rockfish. Treading on one of these animals while paddling will put you in a serious situation, along with excruciating pain. Get to a hospital urgently.

Lets not forget the very poisonous Sea Snake.

The golden rule... Look but don't touch when in the sea. It is an alien environment to humans and there are small animals that can kill you with a single sting, or at least spoil your holiday with terrible pain.