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What to do if a Moray Bites
1. When a moray bites a person, in many cases the moray won't let go. Pulling hard on the moray
will just tear the person's skin. Instead, you should try to distract the moray or make it
unconscious. One way is to offer it something more attractive to eat, such as a bait fish.
Unfortunately, this rarely works if the eel is already out of the water. As a last resort, you may
have to cut off its head or forcefully break its jaw.
2. Once the eel has been removed, carefully clean the person's puncture wounds. Remove any parts
of teeth. Pour lots of fresh water with or without antiseptic solution over the wound. Do NOT sew or
tape the wound closed.
3. This type of wound often gets infected, so you should see a doctor to find out if antibiotics
are needed.
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