The animal was confined in one of these tidal pools, presumably after the tide receded, preventing it from returning to the sea on its own. A citizen's alert mobilized the Civil Guard's Nature Protection Service (SEPRONA) and personnel from the Gran Canaria Council's wildlife recovery service.

Upon arrival, officers confirmed the animal's situation. It was then subjected to a controlled capture, ensuring its well-being at all times, and subsequently released into the open sea.

The Civil Guard notes that these animals, which possess a venomous barb as a defense mechanism, often become trapped in intertidal pools. While generally calm if not threatened, they can pose a danger to swimmers if contact occurs.