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Sydney scientists creating tool to predict when bluebottles will arrive

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Scientists from UNSW Sydney are creating technology that can go so far as to predict which beaches and on what days bluebottles will wash ashore.
Scientists in Sydney are developing a predictive tool to forecast the arrival of bluebottles, also known as Portuguese man o' war, on Australian beaches. This initiative, led by researchers from the University of Technology Sydney, aims to enhance beach safety by providing early warnings to swimmers and surfers. The tool uses a combination of oceanographic data, including wind patterns, currents, and water temperature, to predict the movement of these potentially harmful marine creatures. Bluebottles, known for their painful stings, often wash up in large numbers, posing a risk to beachgoers. By understanding the environmental conditions that lead to bluebottle strandings, the tool will help in reducing the number of sting incidents, thereby improving public safety and enjoyment at the beach.

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