Frank, a snorkeler in Egypt's Red Sea, found a colorful shell he thought was a souvenir. Months later, he learned it was a venomous cone snail, which can be fatal. Frank's realization came after recalling the shell's distinct features and researching online, ultimately sharing his experience on Reddit. His story serves as a cautionary tale about the hidden dangers in nature, and Reddit users confirmed the shell's identity, noting Frank's near-miss with a deadly marine creature.
I thought I just found a very pretty seashell and was thinking about taking it home as a souvenir, but I noticed it's still alive, feeling some weight and movement inside.
I actually had no idea about that thing being potentially deadly until months later when I randomly stumbled upon a picture of a very similar cone snail online.
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