Paraphyllina [Paraphyllina]

Description

Paraphyllina is a genus of crown jellyfish, characterized by their gelatinous, translucent bodies and the intricate crown-like structure on their tops. These jellies are relatively rare and inhabit deep-sea environments, contributing to the biodiversity of marine life in these less-explored regions. Their detailed biology and ecological role remain largely unknown, due to the challenges of studying organisms in deep-sea habitats.

Species
Paraphyllina Ruffoi
Paraphyllina Ruffoi [Paraphyllina ruffoi]
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Paraphyllina Beucki
Paraphyllina Beucki [Paraphyllina beucki]
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Paraphyllina Elegans
Paraphyllina Elegans [Paraphyllina elegans]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
Class True Jellyfish
Scyphozoa
Order Coronate Jellyfish
Coronatae
Family Crowned Jellies
Coronidae
Statistics
  • Species 3