Limnocnida [Limnocnida]

Description

Limnocnida is a genus of jellyfish within the family Limnomedusae, primarily distinguished by their occurrence in freshwater and brackish environments. These jellyfish are characterized by their translucent bodies and can be found in rivers and lakes across Africa and Asia. Like Craspedacusta, they can switch between polyp and medusa stages, adapting to environmental conditions. Limnocnida species feed on a variety of small aquatic organisms.

Species
Madagascar Freshwater Jellyfish
Madagascar Freshwater Jellyfish [Limnocnida madagascariensis]
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African Stinging Jellyfish
African Stinging Jellyfish [Limnocnida congoana]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
Class Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
Order Limnomedusae
Limnomedusae
Family Limnomedusae
Limnomedusae
Statistics
  • Species 2