Poisonous Fish: Are There Poisons That Only Affect Certain Types? Symptoms & Safety Tips
Ciguatera poisoning is a foodborne illness from eating specific reef fish contaminated with ciguatoxins. Fish species like barracuda and grouper are high-risk due to these marine toxins. Symptoms include nausea and neurological effects. The toxin does not alter the fish’s taste or appearance, increasing health risks when consumed. Certain poisons specifically affect particular species or … Read more