<\/span><\/h3>\nMallorcan soups are another typical dish of the traditional Mallorcan cuisine. Country bread and vegetables are the protagonists of this dish. We advise you to add some lean pork meat or bacon. Among the vegetables you can add are onions, tomatoes, cauliflower, peas, artichokes, green pepper, spinach and cabbage.<\/p>\n
<\/span>What do Mallorcans eat for breakfast?<\/span><\/h3>\nPa amb oli is the Mallorcan version of the Spanish tostada, a traditional breakfast item I used to love when I lived there. The difference is that you can enjoy Pa amb oli all day long, as a snack, or as a tapa in the evening. Pa amb oli is simply bread with olive oil and tomatoes.<\/p>\n
<\/span>What drink is Mallorca famous for?<\/span><\/h3>\nPomada is a popular beverage that can be found on other Balearic islands. It is a staple on local festivities (Fiestas), and it is said that it was originally made with lemon-flavored soda, which is how some versions are still prepared.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Are there poisonous snakes in Mallorca?<\/span><\/h3>\nThe Good News: Whether recently introduced or endemic, most of Mallorca's snakes are relatively harmless. The only two venomous ones are of the colubridae family: the False Smooth Snake (macroprotodon cucullatus) and the Montpellier Snake (Malpolon monspessulanus).<\/p>\n
<\/span>Is there sharks in Mallorca?<\/span><\/h3>\nJust to add, sharks are common off the Mallorca coast, remember the Great white shark in June 2018
Mostly English but also a few German and Dutch.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Do you get cockroaches in Majorca?<\/span><\/h3>\nThey are however, not common so the chances of coming across one is slim. If you keep everything clean you should be fine. Been going for years and saw a dead one in the street about three years ago.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Are there jellyfish in Mallorca?<\/span><\/h3>\nJellyfish. The unwanted invertebrates always float in around the coast of Mallorca \u2013 the Compass Jellyfish being the one most commonly found -, but when the non-native \u201cPortuguese Man O' War\u201d have been spotted already this year. They are creating quite a bit of stress for beachcombers.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How long do Man O'War stings last?<\/span><\/h3>\nThe welts last from minutes to hours. A rash may come and go for up to 6 weeks. How painful is a Man o'war sting? These long, thin tendrils can extend 165 feet in length below the surface, although 30 feet is the average.<\/p>\n
<\/span>What cures a jellyfish sting?<\/span><\/h3>\nTo help reduce the pain, you can put calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream on a jellyfish sting. You can also use an ice pack or hot water to help with the pain and swelling.<\/p>\n
<\/span>What can sting you in the Mediterranean Sea?<\/span><\/h3>\nCarybdea marsupialis : Mediterranean box jellyfish are much less dangerous than its Australian counterpart whose sting can be lethal to humans. However, the Mediterranean box jellyfish is still a stinging jellyfish which can inflict a painful, albeit non-lethal sting.<\/p>\n
<\/span>What happens when a fish bites you?<\/span><\/h3>\nYou may develop soreness, redness, or swelling where tetanus shots were given. Untreated marine bites or stings may lead to more serious problems, such as infections and severe allergic reactions. Severe allergic reactions may cause life-threatening problems such as irregular heartbeats, breathing problems, or coma.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Does vinegar neutralize jellyfish stings?<\/span><\/h3>\nVinegar is used to stop the venom in stingers. Caution: Do not use ammonia, urine, rubbing alcohol, fresh water or ice. They all can trigger the release of more venom. If you don't have vinegar, move on to scraping off the stingers.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How long does sea urchin sting last?<\/span><\/h3>\nOnce spines are removed, pain may continue for days; pain beyond 5 to 7 days should trigger suspicion of infection or a retained foreign body.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Do you pee on sea urchin stings?<\/span><\/h3>\nSoak the affected area in vinegar for 15-30 minutes \u2013 NOTE \u2013 with stings from a Portuguese Man of War (these are not jellyfish but are often mistaken for them) \u2013 do not use vinegar (or urine) as it will make the pain worse.<\/p>\n
<\/span>What to do if you get pricked by a sea urchin?<\/span><\/h3>\nOnce you have the stinger and anything else out, wash the affected area and the surrounding area with soap and water. You may find you are in pain after the sting, taking over-the-counter treatments as ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help. As well topical antibiotic treatments like creams can help the affected area.<\/p>\n
<\/span>What do you do when you get stung by a sea urchin?<\/span><\/h3>\nSoak the affected area in hot water for at least an hour. If the sea urchin's spine broke off and is stuck in your skin, pluck it out with tweezers. If there are pedicellariae in your skin, cover the area with shaving cream and lightly scrape with a razor. Flush and scrub the sting with soap and water.<\/p>\n