10 World's Most Poisonous Fish
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Millions of people depend on fish for their daily source of protein and economic livelihood. Despite the beauty these sea creatures emit, some of them have terrific aspects you would rather not fall victim to. As wonderful as exploring the sea may seem, you may want to give way to these ten most poisonous fishes in the world…
10. The Red Lionfish
The Red Lionfish are notorious for their venomous fin spines capable of producing painful puncture wounds. This fish has an elongated dorsal and pectoral fin spine and has unique zebra-like stripes that differentiate them from other relatives of the same family. They rarely initiate an attack on humans but would not ignore any aggravation toward them. When disturbed, they spread their fins to register their displeasure, and if the nuisance continues further, they attack with their dorsal spines.
This famous species is native to the South Pacific Reef ecosystem. They primarily rely on disguise and lightning-fast reflexes to capture their prey, mainly shrimp and fish. If the Red Lionfish attack a human, they may not die, but the effects could be life-threatening. For instance, they could experience breathing difficulties which may lead to death. If you want to dive in the same water as this fish, make your way to the Caribbean but be cautious of how you relate with them.
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9. Pufferfish
Seeing pictures and videos of this sea monster is enough reason to send chills down your spine. They love their space and wouldn't appreciate any form of distraction. The pufferfish is also called the swellfish or blowfish. This is because they inflate when threatened. The animal has a highly toxic substance called tetrodotoxin located in the ovaries, liver, intestines, and skin. When this substance is released, it affects the victims' brain and leads to death, paralysis, and weakness.
This fish is sturdy physically and mentally. Due to their spiky skin, they have formidable survival instincts. Pufferfish are considered a delicacy in Japan. However, only trained and certified chefs are allowed to prepare it for consumption. This is because the toxins do not quickly leave the fish's body but require a great deal of expertise to flush them all out. They rank among the most poisonous the world has seen thanks to their gory escapades at sea.
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8. Electric Eel
The extremely dangerous Electric Eel inhabits the streams and ponds of the Amazon and Orinoco River. These predators are known for releasing electrical discharges in the water. Their body is built with 6000 special cells called electrocytes. These cells come together to produce a shock of 600 volts. When this animal attacks humans, it results in heart failure, which may be fatal if the victim does not seek urgent medical aid. You wouldn't blame this animal, though. The sea is a competitive space with large predators looking for smaller animals to prey on. This animal uses its electric discharge to defend itself and stun its target.
It is unclear why the Electrical eel can electrocute and shock humans and other animals without delivering lethal voltage to its own body. There are a few theories that explain that. One of them is that the eel may feel the shock, but its body has developed resistance so that it doesn't suffer the detrimental effects of the shock.
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7. Box jellyfish
Some scientists say that the box jellyfish is the most venomous creature on the planet. Owing to the effects of their bites, we can't agree less. Their venom affects the heart and nervous system. Human victims are likely to die before reaching the shore because the poison acts swiftly. More than 100 people die yearly thanks to the box jellyfish attacks. Whether or not this figure would reduce in the future is for you to find out.
Box jellyfishes are named after their cube-shaped body found throughout the Indo-Pacific Ocean. They boast 15 tentacles on each side of their body. These tentacles measure about 10 feet long and contain over 5000 stinging cells. Fortunately, they swim at speeds of 7.4 kilometers per hour, and the six clusters on the four sides of their body have four eyes that aid movement. Their tentacles are used to constrict their prey, after which the stinging cells are put to good use.