New Species of Deadly Box Jellyfish Discovered
A new species of box jellyfish has been discovered near Singapore, named Chironex blakangmati. This species is the fourth in the Chironex genus and was identified through genetic analysis and anatomical differences from a similar species. Box jellyfish are known for their potent venom, which can cause severe pain and even death.
- ▪The new species was found on Sentosa Island, also known as the 'Island of Death Behind'.
- ▪Researchers from Tohoku University conducted the study and published their findings in the Raffles Bulletin of Zoology.
- ▪Chironex blakangmati was found to be distinct from Chironex yamaguchii after a genetic analysis.
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