What are the large, transparent things laying on the beach?
Jellyfish. There are several species of jellyfish living in the Gulf of Mexico of which three frequently wash up on our shore: Moon jellies, Sea Nettles, and Cabbagehead (also known as Cannonball) jellyfish. Of these three, Cabbageheads are harmless to people, but, in most cases, moon jellies and sea nettles can produce a rash similar to poison ivy, if handled. Reactions may be more severe in those few people especially sensitive to jellyfish toxins.
