The authorities in Gáldar have temporarily closed Los Dos Roques Beach located in the northern part of Gran Canaria, due to the presence of a poisonous fish known as the "Blue Dragon."
The local council has issued a warning asking beachgoers to avoid entering the water and to immediately notify lifeguards if they spot one of the distinctive creatures.
The Blue Dragon, only 2 to 3 centimetres in length, is easy to identify by its striking electric blue and grey colours and floats on the surface of the water.
It belongs to the nudibranch family of gastropods and stores its venom in its limbs. They typically inhabit open seas but can occasionally be swept toward the shore by ocean currents.
Though small in size, the Blue Dragon can pose a significant threat if disturbed. Contact with this creature can cause a reaction similar to a jellyfish sting, which can be painful for those affected.
The local council has taken swift action to ensure public safety and has urged visitors to remain vigilant. The beach will remain closed for swimming until the area is deemed safe.
