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Wilderness: Sea Urchin Puncture (cont.)

Prevention

  • Look carefully when exiting the ocean, particularly in areas that are rocky, have coral, or ironshore coral.

  • If an exit is covered with urchins, try to pick an alternate exit to avoid injury.

  • Do not handle marine life. Marine animals are sensitive to human touch, and handling or moving them may stress the animal or remove protective covering on the scales or skin.



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