Thousands of toxic sea hares wash up on NSW beach
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 05:31 · Archive
Thousands of highly toxic sea hares have washed up on Aslings Beach at Eden on the NSW South Coast, prompting warnings to dog owners.
Thousands of highly toxic sea hares washed up on Aslings Beach at Eden on the NSW South Coast last week, covered alongside non-toxic red macroalgae that the creatures feed on. Dog owners have been warned to keep their pets away from the area.
Sea hares are marine gastropods that can be life-threatening to animals. The Australian Poisons Helpline stated that 'dogs can be severely poisoned by mouthing or ingesting beached sea hares'. The creatures are found swimming or gliding across rocks, small pools and sea grass, and are commonly found in large numbers in shallow waters during summer.
Blooms of marine macroalgae are a common occurrence in spring caused by natural processes, according to a Bega Valley Shire Council spokesman. However, the sea hares feeding on the macroalgae can pose a serious risk to dogs if they lick, mouth or ingest them. The council organised contractors to remove the sea hares from the beach and installed signage to warn beachgoers. Dog owners have been advised to contact a veterinarian immediately if their pets are exposed to the deadly creatures.
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- Eden beach covered by thousands of deadly sea haresDog owners have been warned to stay away after thousands of toxic creatures covered an Australian beach.Perth Now · 20 Oct, 05:23
- Eden beach covered by thousands of deadly sea haresDog owners have been warned to stay away after thousands of toxic creatures covered an Australian beach.The West Australian · 20 Oct, 05:23
In this story: Aslings Beach · Eden · NSW South Coast · Bega Valley Shire Council · Australian Poisons Helpline
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