Jellyfish on night dive -- ouch !

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rjpv:
Ouch.

I've never been night diving so can I get a quick explanation - I take it illuminating your face makes it a tempting target for a jellyfish?
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Jellies are attracted to the light.

Dave (aka "Squirt")
 
Dave Zimmerly:
Jellies are attracted to the light.

Dave (aka "Squirt")
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So then, one diver takes one for the team by illuminating himself while the rest enjoy the dive? Makes sense :wink:
 
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