22.09.2014
Греция на удивление спокойная и безопасная страна, где, кажется,there is only one thing to enjoy – a carefree holiday. But natural hazards have not been canceled. Poisonous and aggressive animals – all this is in Greece. And planning to leave worries at home, putting yourself at risk is, however, not necessary. Which creatures pose a danger to humans and how to protect themselves in Greece?
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Mosquitoes
In the summer, it seems that Greece is becoming a haven for mosquitoes. different species. And among tourists there are rumors that mosquitoes able to infect all possible diseases. In fact, they rarely tolerate malaria (the last time Messages pop up a couple of years ago), but in the summer deliver a lot hassle rest. And they carry on themselves the larvae, which harmless by themselves. However, if the very thought of these larvae delivers unpleasant emotions, it is better to buy scaring facilities.
Scorpions and snakes
It is estimated that in Greece about 25 species of snakes. Most of them will not harm a person, but they will bite if they feel threatened yourself Most often, tourists unknowingly attack the snakes in the summer. The high season coincides with the breeding season of these reptiles. Therefore, doubly unlucky to anyone who meets with aggressive mom and her brood.
Only one snake is poisonous in Greece – ohya who is responsible for the deaths of people in different countries. But, fortunately, her poison is not always so powerful that be fatal. However, a bite may appear signs of fever, vomiting, headaches.
Scorpios in Greece come across only at night, so the risk of bumping into them is extremely small. But if you consider yourself a lover of recreation not nature, camping, hiking, in As a precaution against scorpions and snakes, it is best to wear boots, pants and socks. It is also worth remembering that scorpions are more often found on rocks or on other stone surfaces that keep warm for a long time. If something bad happened an incident and a scorpion or snake bit you, there is no other way out – you must immediately call a doctor.
Moray and sea dragon
Lovers search underwater treasures of unprecedented beauty near reefs or rocks have the risk of meeting moray eels, which are known for sharp teeth. They only attack in case of danger, but it is worth being alert, and even better to avoid rocky bottom with crevices. If the moray eats you, you should immediately ask for help – possible tissue death and loss limbs or serious scars.
Have a nice meeting with the sea dragon too few. Most often they can be disturbed in the sand, in shallow water, while dragons are hunting fish. They have thorns, stepping on which, the person will feel numbness and nausea, seizures are possible. If in while bathing you stepped on an unknown item and hurt yourself, better see a doctor to find out the reason. There are cases when the dragons themselves attacked quietly sailing past person
Sea urchins
Tourists manage to attack sea urchins in first days of rest. And although these inhabitants are many gourmets with enjoy cooking for dinner, these creatures are also capable of great spoil the rest inattentive travelers. Correct measures precautions – swimming away from stones (their sea urchins especially love) and the purchase of special shoes. Also do not need to take hedgehogs in hand and try to consider them closer – it is better to pass by. Do not pull the needles into the body yourself. Need to out of the sea and wash the wound with fresh water. To avoid allergic reaction and painful sensations recommended Seek help from a doctor and get a pain killer.
Brown bears
It is unlikely that one out of a couple of hundreds of Greece’s brown bears will meet on the way, but their existence must be remembered. This is especially true of climbers and lovers of hiking. Bears inhabit the Pindos and Rhodope mountain ranges. At the meeting it’s better to run right away, but it would be wiser to hire a guide before the trip, who knows the terrain.
Ticks and sand fleas
Ticks bother not only residents of Russia – if going to the mountains or forests of Greece, you need to take all known precautionary measures. First of all, these are closed clothes, which at the same time protects against mosquitoes. Secondly, it is necessary stock up on mite sprays. They carry mostly Lyme disease, and about encephalitis in Greece, no one I heard. By the way, therefore, the attitude of doctors to patients with similar The bites here are pretty calm: they do tests, after inspection It is recommended to simply observe the response of the body and when it deteriorates states reapply.
Probably sandy fleas still represent great danger to tourists who come to Greece just for a beach holiday. They are activated at night, can jump in altitude and spread dangerous infections. Bites are accompanied itching, irritation, and sometimes fleas bite into the skin. After bite You can buy a cream containing painkiller. Not worth scratching bite, it is better to seek the help of a doctor.
Chutes
Ramps are another danger that awaits Greece If accidentally step on or touch electric stingray, the discharge current of any person will knock down. And the stingray, possessing a thorn with poison, is able to deliver a powerful blow and even break through the boat. If leaked in the chest and abdomen Exodus. In other cases, the lack of medical care for day also leads to death. Those who know the seabed well, familiar with the main rule of “communication” with the caudal: no contact, and then his poison does not threaten you. This ramp likes to lie on sandy bottom, so sometimes it’s better to look closely at the water in avoid dangerous neighborhood.
Despite the dangers posed by some animals, rest in Greece is no less dangerous than in any other country. The main thing a tourist should remember is that attention will save from incidents. You should not walk on a dangerous area without consultation. with knowledgeable people, pick up unknown (living) objects from the bottom sea and touch animals. And then no natural hazards overshadow holidays in Greece.
photo: picturesfromgreece.com
