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The hidden danger thriving in Malaysian waters: Why jellyfish are becoming more common

Malaysia Times desk Original: Malay Mail 7/25 10:02 X
The hidden danger thriving in Malaysian waters: Why jellyfish are becoming more common
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 — The combination of sun, sand and crystal-clear waters may promise the perfect tropical getaway, yet beneath the surface lies a hidden danger that many...

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What looks like a harmless piece of translucent ‘plastic’ drifting in the sea could actually be a jellyfish. While most jellyfish species are harmless, some are venomous and capable of delivering painful, and sometimes dangerous, stings.

Experts warn that jellyfish could be the “biggest winners” from climate change and the El Niño phenomenon as the warmer temperatures may accelerate their growth and create conditions favourable for them to thrive.

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Malay Mail
Originally published
Jul 25, 2026
Updated here
Aug 15, 2026
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