Beach visitors have been warned to remain cautious of a deadly jellyfish-like sea creature known as the Portuguese Man-of-War. The strange creature has been sighted along the coast of New Jersey and could prove dangerous.

Researchers have affirmed that these creatures are found in the tropics. But things seem to be changing, as many of them have spotted along the shore and the number of them seems to be increasing.

Last week, researchers gathered the creatures to know the reason as to why their number is one along the Jersey shore. Sightings have already reached to 12. The researchers suspect that the northeasterly winds and the Gulf Stream are making the neon purple and bluish creature to come towards New Jersey from the Caribbean or to the seas of Florida.

When the researchers saw this creature, it was floating on the surface of water and looked quite fascinating. There are chances that the creatures may stay on Jersey coast for many weeks before they move to a new spot.

People have been advised not to go near to the creature, as its sting is quite painful. If someone gets into contact with its tentacles then it can lead to blistering and welting. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said the tentacles of this creature may drag behind it for around 30 feet in length in the water.

Experts have been warning about the creature, as its vibrant color may attract many. Also, its vibrant color turns to being translucent near the shore and people may accidentally step on it and suffer a sting.