Fish like a dragon. The sea dragon is a dangerous poisonous fish that lives in the Black Sea. Snake fish habitat

Sea dragon

Sea dragon- not at all a fairy-tale, sweet creature. This is the most dangerous poisonous bottom fish. She lives in the waters temperate zone, lives off the western and northern African coast, off the European coast, the coast of Chile. The dragon also has other names: snake fish, scorpion. There are 5 species of these fish.

Appearance not particularly attractive: the body is flat on the sides, the eyes are on the top of the head, the belly is light, and the back is yellow-brown with torn stripes. The dragon's mouth has small sharp teeth, the lower jaw is much longer than the upper, the body reaches 40 cm, and the weight is 300 grams. There are several ventral fins and two dorsal fins on the throat.

They live in bays in shallow water, burying themselves in sand or soil so that only their head, eyes, mouth are visible, dorsal with spikes. With visible passivity, the fish can jump out of cover with lightning speed and plunge a poisoned spike into the victim. This is what makes this fish so dangerous for those who walk barefoot in shallow water, dive, or go diving.

The dragons' weapons are dorsal fin spines with deep grooves. At their base are poisonous glands. The injection of this fish causes excruciating pain, and the injection site becomes very swollen and inflamed, sometimes necrosis of the tissue around the injection occurs. The victim begins to have a severe headache, fever, sweating, difficulty breathing, and heart pain. If the poisoning is severe, which depends on the size and depth of the injection, then this can lead to paralysis and even death. Therefore, it is mandatory to consult a doctor. Before this, the poison must be sucked out by washing the affected area with a manganese solution.

If you follow basic precautions, you can avoid being bitten by these fish:

Do not even touch a dead sea dragon;
- do not search underwater caves with your hands;
- When walking along the shore at low tide, you need to look at your feet.

The American zoologist William Beebe wrote about forty-five years ago: “Do not die until you have borrowed, bought or made a diving helmet yourself, so that at least once in your life you can dive into the depths of the sea and see this wonderful world with your own eyes.”

We have tens of thousands of people of various ages and professions, wearing fins and masks, diving into depths of the sea, full of colorful landscapes and inhabitants unusual for the human eye. Fans of such sea trips need to learn to recognize by sight poisonous inhabitants our seas.

So, in Black and Seas of Azov you should be wary of meeting with the katran, stingray, sea dragon, stargazer, scorpion, monkfish, lyre mouse. Stingrays and sculpin are found in the Baltic Sea. IN Far Eastern seas inhabited by: Katran, stargazer, stingray, high-beam perch.

There are quite a lot of poisonous fish in our seas; we will briefly talk about those that are found more often than others.

Using sharp fins, spines and spines that can injure a person, fish inject toxins into the victim’s blood through special ducts, most often affecting the human nervous and circulatory systems. The ratio of poisons in different species of fish can vary greatly. The most dangerous substances that affect nervous system, since they act very quickly and practically do not allow timely assistance to the victim. Poisons that affect the circulatory system cause poisoning much more slowly, which in most cases makes it possible to save a person’s life. The reaction to these toxins largely depends on the characteristics of the human body.

In people with increased excitability (especially with autonomic neuroses), as well as those suffering from liver and kidney diseases, the signs of poisoning are more pronounced.

It should be noted that poisonous fish are not aggressive and never attack humans themselves. Injuries usually occur as a result of the swimmer's carelessness. Most often, a diver steps on a fish buried in the sand.

SEA DRAGON OR SEA SCORPION

The most poisonous fish of many European seas lives in the Black Sea and the Kerch Strait. Length - up to 36 centimeters. A smaller species lives in the western part of the Baltic - the small sea dragon, or viper (12-14 centimeters). The structure of the poisonous apparatus of these fish is similar, therefore the development of signs of poisoning is similar.

The sea dragon's body is laterally compressed, its eyes are set high, close together and looking up. The fish lives near the bottom and often burrows into the ground so that only its head is visible. If you step on it with your bare foot or grab it with your hand, its sharp spines pierce the body of the “offender.” The scorpion's 6-7 rays of the anterior dorsal fin and the spines of the gill covers are equipped with poisonous glands.

Depending on the depth of the injection, the size of the fish, and the condition of the victim, the consequences of being hit by a dragon can be different. First, a sharp, burning pain is felt at the site of injury. The skin in the wound area turns red, swelling appears, and tissue necrosis develops. Headache, fever, profuse sweating, pain in the heart occur, and breathing becomes weakened. Paralysis of the limbs may occur, and in the most severe cases- death. However, usually the poisoning goes away after 2-3 days, but a secondary infection, necrosis and a sluggish (up to 3 months) ulcer necessarily develop in the wound. It has been established that the dragon's venom contains mainly substances that act on circulatory system, the percentage of neurotropic toxins is small. Therefore, the vast majority of poisoning cases end in the person’s recovery.

STARGAUDER OR SEA COW

Close relatives of the dragon. Their usual sizes are 30-40 centimeters. They live in the Black Sea and on Far East.

The stargazer, or sea cow, living in the Black Sea, has a grayish-brown spindle-shaped body with white lines running along the lateral line. irregular shape spots. The fish's eyes are directed upward, towards the sky. Hence its name. The stargazer spends most of its time at the bottom, buried in the ground, with its eyes and mouth protruding outward with a protruding worm-like tongue that serves as bait for fish.

On the gill covers and above pectoral fins sea ​​cow there are sharp thorns. During the breeding season, from late May to September, a cluster of toxin-producing cells develops at their base. Through the grooves on the thorns, the poison enters the wound.

Soon after injury, a person experiences acute pain at the injection site, the affected tissue swells, and breathing becomes difficult. Only after a few days does the person recover. The poison secreted by stargazers is similar in its effect to the toxin of dragon fish, but has not been studied enough. Known cases deaths when affected by these species of fish living in the Mediterranean Sea.

SEA Ruff (SCORPEN)

It is found in the Black and Azov Seas, and is also common in the Kerch Strait. Length - up to 31 centimeters. The color is brownish-pink: the back is dark brown with dark spots, the belly is pink. Large head, somewhat flattened from top to bottom. The eyes are set high and close together. The scorpionfish loves a rocky bottom and in low light resembles a stone with algae growing on it. Eleven rays of the anterior dorsal, one ventral and three rays of the anal fins have poisonous glands. The poisons they secrete are especially dangerous in early spring. Fin pricks are very painful. In small doses, the toxin causes local inflammation of tissues, in large doses it causes paralysis of the respiratory muscles. The venom of the sea ruffe contains mainly substances that act on the blood, so the symptoms of poisoning in victims persist for several days and then go away without complications.

SKAT-TAIL (SEA CAT)

These fish, otherwise called sea cats, are found in the Black, Azov and southern parts Baltic seas. In the Far East, in the Gulf of Peter the Great, a giant stingray lives; in the waters of southern Primorye, the red stingray is common. Some specimens reach a length of 2.5 meters (tail up to 50-80 centimeters). These fish are well known to have a flattened, diamond-shaped body that ends in a thin long tail, equipped with a sharp, jagged spine on the sides (sometimes there are two or three). Venom glands lie in the two lower grooves of the thorn. Stingrays lead a bottom lifestyle. If you accidentally step on a stingray buried in the ground in shallow water with a sandy bottom, it begins to defend itself and inflicts a deep wound on the person with its “weapon.” His injection resembles a blow with a dull knife. The pain quickly intensifies and after 5-10 minutes becomes unbearable. Local phenomena (edema, hyperemia) are accompanied by fainting, dizziness, and cardiac dysfunction. In severe cases, death from cardiac paralysis may occur. Usually on the 5-7th day the victim recovers, but the wound heals much later.

Sea cat venom, once in the wound, causes painful phenomena similar to bites poisonous snake. It acts equally on both the nervous and circulatory systems.

SPY SHARK OR QATRAN

Lives in Black, Barents, Okhotsk and Japanese seas. Length up to 2 meters. It is called spiny for its two strong, sharp spines, at the base of which there are poisonous glands located in front of the dorsal fins. With them, katran is capable of inflicting deep wounds on an unwary scuba diver. An inflammatory reaction develops at the site of the lesion: pain, hyperemia, swelling. Sometimes there is a rapid heartbeat and slow breathing. We should not forget that the katran also has shark teeth, despite its modest size. Its poison, unlike the others, contains mainly myotropic (acting on muscles) substances and has a rather weak effect, so in the vast majority of poisoning people ends in complete recovery.

KERCHAK, SEA PERCH, NOSAR RUFF, AUHA OR CHINESE RUFF, SEA LYRE MOUSE, HIGH-BEAM PERCH

In addition to the listed poisonous fish, our seas also contain sculpin, living in the Baltic, Barents and White seas; angler and the lyre sea mouse - in the Black Sea; sea ​​bass- in the Barents Sea and, finally, high-beam perch living in the Japanese and Barents Seas. All these fish have poisonous “weapons” in the form of sharp thorns and spines, but the toxins they produce are less dangerous to humans and cause only local damage.

EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW THIS

To prevent poisoning, scuba diving enthusiasts, divers, scuba divers, tourists and those simply relaxing by the sea must observe the following measures precautions.

Never try to grab fish with your unprotected hand, especially fish that are unknown to you, those that are in crevices or lying on the bottom.

It is not always safe, as experienced scuba divers testify, to touch unfamiliar objects located on sandy soil. These could be stingrays, sea dragons, stargazers and lyre sea mice camouflaging there. It is also dangerous to search underwater caves with your hands - you can stumble upon a hidden scorpionfish in them.

Those who like to walk barefoot on the seashore at low tide should carefully watch their step. Remember: sea dragons often remain in wet sand after the water recedes and are easy to step on. Children and those who come to the sea coast for the first time should be especially warned about this.

Emergency measures when poisonous fish are injured by spiny spines should be aimed at relieving pain from the injury and poison, overcoming the effect of the toxin and preventing secondary infection. If you are wounded, you must immediately vigorously suck out the poison from the wound with your mouth along with the blood for 15-20 minutes. The sucked liquid must be quickly spit out. There is no need to fear the effects of the toxin: the bactericidal substances contained in saliva reliably protect against poisoning. However, remember that this procedure cannot be performed on anyone who has wounds, damage, or ulcers on their lips and mouth. After this, the affected area should be washed with a strong solution of potassium permanganate or hydrogen peroxide and an aseptic bandage should be applied. Then the victim is given a painkiller and diphenhydramine to prevent the development of allergic reactions, as well as drinking plenty of fluids, preferably strong tea. In the future, prompt qualified medical assistance is required.

In conclusion, we remind you once again: be careful and cautious when swimming, diving and scuba diving. You can easily avoid unpleasant contact with dangerous inhabitants, since they themselves never attack a person, but use their weapons solely for the purpose of self-defense.

A. POTAPOVA, toxicologist, and A. POTAPOV, master of sports in scuba diving (Leningrad].

Instead of a preface. The fish of the Black Sea have changed in their qualitative composition over several millennia, because the sea was fresh. Later it connected with the World Ocean, and fish that came from it began to be found in the Black Sea.

This process continues today, which has many surprises in store for fans. sea ​​fishing. You can find out what kind of fish is caught in the Black Sea from local fishermen, who can easily be found along the entire coast in large quantities. Most often, fishermen catch representatives of:

• Mullet.
• Horse mackerel.
• Mackerel.
• Flounders.
• Pelamid.
• Bluefish.

There is no fisherman who does not have a history of fishing for gobies. The best places For fishing are considered Krasnodar region, outskirts of Odessa, Kerch. Black Sea fish has no less than 20 thousand varieties. Mention should be made of those who may become a fisherman's catch.

• Cat shark. Its average size is 60 cm. It is interesting because the eggs of this shark have horns, with their help the eggs are fixed to the bottom.
  Cat shark meat is suitable for consumption in processed form.
  Red mullet. A small fish, up to 30 cm, the red mullet is a catchable item for sea fishing enthusiasts. She spends all her time at the very bottom.
• Beluga. One of the largest inhabitants of the Black Sea. True, individuals weighing 2 centners are rarely seen in our time.
• Black Sea salmon or trout. Rare in this moment a species whose continued life depends entirely on humans.
• Goby. Exist different types these fish, but the sculpin goby and sandpiper goby are of interest to the fisherman.
• Flounder glossa. This predator grows up to 25 cm. The fish leads an ambush life, waiting for its prey in a shelter in the sand. In addition to this species, you can also find other representatives of flounder; there are up to 500 species of them in nature. There are individuals of impressive size, growing up to 4 meters and weighing up to 3 centners.
• Kalkan. This is also a flounder, but larger than the glossa. Kalkan grows up to 80 cm and weighs 15 kg.
• Mullet. Three species of this fish are of interest to the amateur fisherman.
• Loban. 70 cm mullet weighing 7 kg.
• Singil or larich is a variety of Black Sea mullet. striped fish 55 cm long.
• Sharp Nose. A nimble mullet that allows itself to jump out of the water. This fish reaches 40 cm.
• Sea crucian carp or weasel. Average height – 18 cm, weight – 200 g.
• Horse mackerel is divided into 2 groups according to its size: regular (20 cm) and southern (50 cm). This fish lives in a group, that is, it is a school fish.
• Lichia. Small flocks of up to 10 individuals are a subject of interest to anglers.
• Bluefish are a schooling representative of aquatic inhabitants. This is a meter-long bloodthirsty predator. It is caught not only by amateurs, but also mined on an industrial scale.
• Mackerel. Body size varies. Individuals of 30 cm with a weight of 300 g, as well as 60 cm, are caught.
• Tuna. Beautiful predator 3 m and weighing several centners. When fishing, it can pull the fisherman into the water.
• Pelamida. Quite large, 85 cm, the fish sometimes weighs 7 kg.
  Ram. The most big fish This species can grow up to half a meter in length. Its weight is 2 kg.
• Chekhon. This is a schooling fish, 30 cm long and 300 g in weight.
• Gurnard. The appearance is quite unusual. Fish lives in the depths. She is a valuable prize.
• Garfish. Because of its taste, it is caught quite actively. Sargan also sticks to the team.
• Sea fox. This is a meter-long stingray with a weight of 15 kg.
• Smarida or sea bass. He is interesting because he changes his gender throughout his life. It is not of particular interest to fishermen due to its small height and weight.
• Brown trout. This salmon is an anadromous fish. Other salmon also live in the Black Sea.

The Black Sea and its poisonous inhabitants

1. Poisonous fish of the Black Sea are also subject to fishing because they have high-quality meat. taste quality. The following marine inhabitants pose a danger to swimmers and fishermen: katran (spiny shark). It is the only species that is hunted on an industrial and recreational scale. This shark grows up to 2 m and weighs 14 kg. It is believed that it does not attack people, but swimmers in the evening should beware of it.
   Katrans swim up to the rocks near the shore. Because the fins on their backs are poisonous and their bodies are lined with spines, they can cause harm to humans.
   Fishermen with bare hands Do not touch this fish, only with gloves.
2. A formidable torpedo, a sword - a fish. It can turn on speeds of up to 130 km per hour. The swordfish is famous for its ferocious character, because it attacks everything that moves, regardless of size.
3. Ruff - scorpionfish. Despite the fact that a prick from a thorn can bring a person sufficient pain and great trouble, it is a desirable component of fish soup, and its meat is a delicacy.
4. Catfish. Poisonous fish that grows up to 2.5 m.
5. Sea dragon. In terms of its toxicity, this sea ​​fish surpasses many.
6. Astrologer. In addition to poisonous thorns, it has poisonous mucus, which causes a strong chemical burn to a person.

Features of fishing at sea

Fishing can be organized all year round, but most favorable time– calm weather without precipitation, slight winds and tolerable temperatures are allowed.
Tackle for fishing on the Black Sea. A fisherman can try:

1. Spinning.
2. Donkey.
3. Petty tyrant.
4. Path.
5. And in winter there is sheer sparkle.

Tackle for sea fishing is different in that the fishing line needs to be stronger (0.3-0.60 mm), and the hooks are tinned, resistant to sea salt water.

Types of nozzles

• Crab. Almost all fish love its meat.
• Shrimp. It is used on a fishing rod with a float, donkeys and casting tackle.
• Mussels. Their meat can attract many fish, but not mullet.
• Tilitrids (sea fleas). Red mullets, gobies and greenfinches will certainly come to feast on them.
• Sea worms. Can be used on any gear for all types of fish.
• Pieces of fish meat. Sea fish almost all are predators, so this bait is suitable for all fish.
• Spleen of animal origin. This nozzle is considered universal. It is used not only fresh, but also canned.
• Snail. This is a bait for small fish. They impale the meat, freeing it from the house.

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The sea dragon (Trachinus draco) is the most poisonous fish not only on the Black Sea, but also on the entire European coast. She lives in the waters of the Mediterranean, Black Seas, and the European coast. Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Chile, the western and northern coasts of Africa.

The sea dragon has a snake-like, laterally flattened elongated body (up to 40 cm, but usually 15-20 cm), for which it is also called snake fish. Its back is mottled, yellowish-brown, and by the intensity of its torn stripes one can distinguish this representative from a harmless bull. The lateral fins of the fish are greenish, and the edge of its caudal fin is almost black.

Its poisonous glands are located at the base of the needles of the first dorsal fin and the spines of the gill covers, the edges of which are also painted black. If you step on a fish or pick it up, the sharp needles of the fins pierce deep into the tissue, causing burning pain, causing loss of consciousness and even leaving you speechless.

The poison spreads quickly, giving the affected area and nearby tissues a bluish color, forming swelling. If a person is not provided with timely medical care, then, in extreme cases, tissue death or paralysis of the affected part of the body may occur; judging by literary sources, there have been cases of deaths.

Sometimes symptoms of poisoning include delirium, nausea, convulsions, and heart failure. Due to the toxicity of its poison, the fish is also called the sea scorpion. If a sea dragon is struck by a thorn, the victim needs to apply a tourniquet or twist from a scarf above the site of the injury, as close to the wound as possible. The tourniquet should not be held for more than 15 minutes.

Then you need to wash the wound and remove the remaining fish spines from it. Since this poison contains protein, in order to destroy it, you need to place the injection site in hot water with sodium sulfate dissolved in it. Novocaine blockade is used for pain relief. It is imperative to take the victim to a medical facility.

The sea dragon is a predatory inhabitant of loose bottom soil. He is a master of camouflage and hunts from ambush. Burying itself in the sand or silt so that only part of its back, mouth, fin spines and eyes, prudently located on the top of its huge head, are visible, it prepares to throw. With a well-aimed, swift lunge, it captures small fish or crustaceans into its large mouth.

The sea dragon's jaws are equipped with sharp small teeth. The soft dorsal and anal fins of the fish are so large that they stretch the entire length of the body. Favorite habitats for fish are shallow bays and bays with a loose muddy or sandy bottom. They are most often found from May to November at a depth of about 20 meters; in other months the fish go to greater depths.

Despite the fact that this animal has poisonous glands, its meat is edible and tasty. It is eaten dried, fried and boiled. However, we must not forget that even a dead dragon’s spines with poisonous glands remain dangerous. Therefore, before cooking, you need to trim or trim the spines of the first dorsal fin and gill covers of the fish.

Sea dragon [VIDEO]

The name of the fish, sea dragon (trachinus draco) or “greater weever”, comes from the English word “wivre”, which means viper.

Common names: dragonfish, snake fish and sea scorpion. Received such names because of the formidable, poisonous weapons and aggressive behavior which he demonstrates when meeting a fisherman.

In this review, read about the baits and gear that are most often used for sea dragonfish fishing. You will also find information on how not to be confused with other similar marine life, and what to do in case of an injection caused by a toxic fish.

1. General description of the sea dragon fish (weaverfish)

It has a serpentine, laterally compressed elongated body, covered with small scales. The head in relation to the body is large, at the top of which there are bulging eyes. Lower jaw long, running from the roof of the mouth to the top of the snout, with small, sharp teeth. The gills and dorsal fin are equipped with exposed spines 2–3 cm long, the glands containing poison. The anal feathers extend evenly to the ventral, large fins. The tail looks like a panicle. The body color is light brown, the abdomen is white.

Weaverfish are often confused with goby fish, which look like this

The goby is distinguished by its variegated coloring and the presence of additional spines on the dorsal fin.

2. Distribution and habitats of sea dragon fish (weaverfish)

The sea dragon lives in the Eastern Atlantic, from Norway to Morocco, as well as in the Aegean and Black Seas. The presence of this fish has also been noticed in the Pacific waters of China and Chile.

3. Age and size

The maximum body length of a sea dragon is 40 cm, with a weight of 300 grams.

4. Lifestyle

A bottom predator that lives in shallows at depths of up to 150 meters.

4.1. Reproduction - time and characteristics of spawning

June – October. Puberty comes at 3 years of age. Lays up to 73,000 eggs. For maximum quantity caviar requires certain conditions: water temperature 25 – 35ºC, moderate salinity. The larvae are 4.8 – 6.8 mm in size and hatch after three months, drifting in the pelagic zone and in surface plankton.

4.2. Diet - what to eat

Small fish, shrimp, crabs and worm.

5. How, where, when and what to fish for sea dragon (weaverfish)

It can be caught with bottom tackle, from the shore or floating craft, at any time of the day using artificial and natural baits.

5.1. Biting calendar - what time of year is the best time for weaverfish to bite?

Fish are more active in the evening and at night.

5.2. In what weather does sea dragon fish (weaverfish) bite best?

In any weather, except for temperatures below +12ºC.

5.3. What are the best places to fish?

A quiet backwater in shallow water with a muddy or sandy bottom.

5.4. What gear is best to fish with?

Special criteria when choosing a fishing rod for sea ​​fishing this fish is not present, it all depends on the weight of the bait or sinker used in the equipment. The reel is suitable for 2000 and 3000, it is better to use inertia-free ones for bottom gear.

The fish is not the purpose of fishing and in most cases is caught by chance, using such gear as tyrant, donka and float gear.

Tyrant consists of:

• main line 0.40 - 0.80 mm at the end sinker 50 - 150 grams;
• the stake on which they are mounted, 1.5 - 2 meters long and 0.30 mm in cross-section;
• the first leash from the sinker at a distance of 30 cm, the next at a distance of 15 cm in the amount of 5 - 10 pieces.
• hooks should be nickel-plated or steel, yellow No. 5 - 10 is possible;
• At the beginning and end of the bet, carabiners with swivels are used to prevent tangling.

Fishing method: lower the tackle until the load touches the bottom, after which a hook is made in the form of a jerk up 1 meter, slowly release the load to the bottom again, after a pause of 5 - 10 seconds, repeat the hook again and so on.

Donka, put together like a tyrant, fishing is carried out from the shore. After the throw, a stick with the main line is inserted into the ground and the bell is suspended.

Float equipment: sliding float;

• two 3 – 7 cm long, distance 25 cm;
• A sliding sinker is mounted between the leashes.

After casting- release the float before the weight touches the bottom and play like a tyrant. You won't have to wait long for a bite.

Watch how a fisherman caught a sea dragon in deep sea, he had to tinker to get it off, 3-minute video

In windy weather, you can simply walk around and collect snake fish that have been thrown out by the wave, like in this short video

Black Sea. Fishing from a kayak, fisherman, explains in detail and shows how to handle dangerous fish, watch 5 min video

A sea dragon greedily grabbed a jig – metal jack 40 gr. Fishing is done with a rod from a rocky shore, 3 min video

5.5. Baits for catching sea dragons

The sea dragon is not picky about food; even bread will do.

5.6. What baits and baits to fish with

For tyrant tackle, the bait is: flies, bunches of colored, woolen or silk threads on hooks, variegated colors. A commonly used fly with a feather from a turkey, guinea fowl or drake, tied with colored thread to inside hook and glued. A goat tuft of wool, brightly colored, 2 cm longer than the hook itself, is suitable. Tied in such a way that the sting remains open.

Oval plates soldered to a hook and impregnated with a luminous composition are also positively applicable. Israeli, experienced fishermen advise on the forum http://forum.israfish.com/viewtopic.php?f=48&t=3594&p=36285&hilit=sea+dragon#p36285

5.7. How does a weaverfish bite?

Swallows the nozzle and tries to escape, shaking his head in all directions, as you can see in this short video

5.8. How to fish correctly - basic techniques

Average wiring speed.

You can find out what types of spinning rods exist from this

5.9. The most important moments

You need to handle dragon fish with precautions! If in doubt, The best way do not contact - cut off. To preserve the tackle, take it with tongs and pull the hook out of the mouth with an extractor.

Spreads the fin like a fan, exposing the bare sting, 14 sec video

Before placing the fish in the cage, cut off the spines on the dorsal fin and gills, using tongs for fixation.

Recommendations for underwater hunters, the fish is extremely aggressive and attacks anyone who encroaches on its territory, you need to be extremely careful

6. Interesting, unusual and funny facts about this fish

The sea dragon is often caught as an unexpected surprise in a net or underfoot in the water. Not correct handling with toxic fish, leads to the following consequences: cyanosis in the stung area, fever, increased body temperature, increased heart rate, and a surge in blood pressure. The condition can last up to a week.

First aid after a bite: apply a tourniquet above the affected area, hold for no more than 15 minutes. The poison is sucked out with the blood, spitting it out. Rinse with a 5% solution of potassium permanganate (potassium permanganate) or hydrogen peroxide; if the spines remain, remove them and apply a sterile bandage. Next they recommend making a hot compress and contact the nearest medical facility.

Naval hospital, consultation and advice from a doctor on handling snake fish, short video:

Fish needles contain poison for which there is no vaccine. severe pain Even morphine does not relieve pain. Therefore, timely assistance is very important.

A resident of Crimea, who was attacked by a sea dragon while fishing, shows in daily video how his finger changes. At home, I removed the thorn myself. People with weak nerves, please do not watch this 12-minute video:

For example, the minimum lethal dose for mice is 1.8 micrograms, while at least 110 mg can be extracted from a medium-sized fish. The effect of the poison, even after death, persists for several days.

A short video, a Turkish fisherman previously stunned a snake fish, does not forget about precautions

There are cases where fishermen amputated their own fingers to relieve pain or avoid more serious consequences. There are known cases with fatal, as a rule, does not occur from the toxin, but from subsequent infection. Experienced fishermen recommend applying a match to the bite site and using the second one to set it on fire. If this procedure is done in the first minutes, then the listed symptoms can be avoided.

Research was conducted to study the composition of the toxin contained in the spines of sea dragon fish, which revealed the venom of two different snakes.

Due to its aggressive temperament, the dragon fish has repeatedly become the hero of news clips, 2 min video

There is no swim bladder due to unnecessary reasons, because it spends its entire life at the bottom. The ideal masker, burrowing its pelvic fins into the ground, remains invisible even at close range, watch a short video

7. Gastronomy

The meat is appetizing and not fatty, but before cooking, you need to completely cut off the dorsal fin and head.

8. The most useful links about fish

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greater_weever - encyclopedic description of the dragon fish;

— detailed description life and habitat of the dragon;

http://diving-scuba.ru/morskoy-drakonchik/ - an illustrated story about the dragon fish.