Stinging jellyfish found on Scottish beaches

By The Newsroom
Published 29th Jul 2016, 10:27 BST
Updated 29th Jul 2016, 11:32 BST
The Lion's Mane jellyfish has been reported in Scotland. Picture: PA/Greenpeace/Gavin Newman.The Lion's Mane jellyfish has been reported in Scotland. Picture: PA/Greenpeace/Gavin Newman.
The Lion's Mane jellyfish has been reported in Scotland. Picture: PA/Greenpeace/Gavin Newman.

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A JELLYFISH with a powerful sting has been discovered on beaches in Scotland.

The appearance of the Lion’s Mane jellyfish has coincided with the seas warming up during the summer season.

The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) has asked the public to record sightings of the jellyfish, but stressed people should not touch them.

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