portuguese man of war?

[funkyfungus]

Hi

Been meaning to post this for a while. Found this jellyfish whilst fishing on Pembrey sands in West Wales last November. I'm almost convinced it was a portuguese man o war but would be grateful if someone could confirm this.

Cheers

Charlie

[Dogghound]

Yes it is, seems they most often occur in the south west and Wales. They are usually blown off course by the wind.

[zan]

Certainly looks like it to me. By-the-wind-sailors are similar but don't have the pink stripe of the man-of-war.

Check out here if you;ve not already seen this:
Jellyfish Page Other British

[funkyfungus]

Thanks for the replies. The link is also appreciated - loads of info on the 'jellyfish' webpage.