(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, July 9 (KUNA) -- Sharks and jellyfish are among the most common marine creatures spotted in Kuwaiti waters during summer, primarily due to rising sea temperatures, according to the Kuwait Diving Team.
Speaking to KUNA, the head of the Kuwait Diving team, Waleed Al-Fadhel said sharks play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance and cleaning marine environments.
Despite misconceptions, most sharks found in Kuwait - particularly in the northern muddy areas and coral reef zones in the south - are not dangerous, and the great white shark, considered the most dangerous, is not present in the region.
Al-Fadhel noted that many species are now endangered, with studies showing 20-30 percent are dying off due to harmful human practices, and he emphasized the team's ongoing efforts to rescue marine life, including sharks caught in abandoned fishing nets.
On jellyfish (locally known as doul), Al-Fadhel explained that they appear most frequently in June and July and can sometimes disrupt desalination plants, and though their sting can be painful, local species are not deadly.
Jellyfish also serve as a food source for sea turtles and contribute to marine ecological balance.
He advised swimmers to wear protective gear and avoid infested areas. (end)
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