The Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population recently warned on its official Twitter account against eating or catching what is known as the Takifugu, puffer fish or rabbitfish, which exists in the Red and the Mediterranean seas. The ministry warned of the spread of the poisonous fish in the markets, which may lead to the death of its consumer. The fish is distinguished by its grey skin, and it contains poisonous glands under the skin, viscera, marrow, liver, and meat. As for the poison in the fish, which is called “Tetrodotoxin”, the ministry warned that there is no cure for it yet. The poison of the rabbitfish can lead to death within six to eight hours after symptoms show.

Source: Egypt Independent May 13, 2022 03:18 UTC