Crown Jellies [Cepheidae]

Description

Cepheidae, also known as crown jellies, are a distinctive family of jellyfish known for their unique, crown-like shape. These jellyfish are typically found in warmer ocean waters and are identifiable by their large, dome-shaped bell, which is often adorned with colorful, petal-like extensions. The tentacles of crown jellies are short and located around the mouth rather than at the edge of the bell, distinguishing them from other jellyfish families. Cepheidae feed on a variety of small planktonic organisms.

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