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flag Venomous blue sea slugs washing ashore in Texas due to strong winds, part of the "Blue Wave" event, pose a sting risk even after death.

flag Tiny, venomous blue dragons—sea slugs known for their vivid blue color and potent sting—are washing up on Texas beaches due to strong onshore winds, according to the Harte Research Institute. flag Measuring 1 to 3 centimeters, these slugs, which feed on Portuguese man-o-war, can deliver a painful sting even after death. flag Researchers found about 20 near a stretch of shore alongside other drifters like by-the-wind sailors and ocean sunfish. flag The Harte Institute warns beachgoers to observe them from a distance and avoid touching, as the phenomenon is part of a broader event called the "Blue Wave."

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