Nausithoe [Nausithoe]
Description
Nausithoe is a genus of crown jellyfish that encompasses species known for their resilience and ability to inhabit a variety of marine environments, from shallow coastal waters to the deep sea. These jellies are recognized by their rounded bodies and radial arrangement of tentacles, resembling a crown. They exhibit both solitary and colonial forms, with some species capable of producing a stunning light display when disturbed. Nausithoe species play an important ecological role, serving as both predator and prey in their marine ecosystems.
Species

Disc Jellyfish [Nausithoe aurea]
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Warty Sea Anemone [Nausithoe werneri]
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Pulsating Jellyfish [Nausithoe punctata]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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Class |
True Jellyfish
Scyphozoa
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Order |
Coronate Jellyfish
Coronatae
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Family |
Crowned Jellies
Coronidae
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Statistics
- Species 3