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Something beautiful and purple washes up on a beach; however, it is not permissible to touch or, even worse, lick it.

An influencer believed that licking these poisonous, “cute” objects would be a fantastic idea.

Despite its exotic, purple, and lovely appearance, the Portuguese man-of-war poses a serious risk to people’s health and well-being.

The marine animals have long, dark purple tentacles hanging off of them, giving the appearance of lovely bubbles with blue or purple tints floating on the water’s surface.

The Portuguese man-of-war is extremely dangerous due to its venomous tentacles, which have the capacity to inflict a painful and unpleasant sting.

Never touch them, whether you find them in the ocean or on the sand, as they can still cause pain even days after washing up on the coast.

These seemingly adorable creatures can sting painfully and result in a variety of adverse reactions, such as fever, shock, severe red welts, respiratory difficulty, paralysis, and, in the worst case—a very rare—death.

Should you encounter a sting, refrain from urinating in the vicinity! Seek out medical care from a professional.

In fact, it may get worse if you urinate. Instead, apply a cold compress to reduce pain and swelling.