Periphylla [Periphylla]

Description

Periphylla is a genus of deep-sea jellyfish, notable for its remarkable adaptations to the deep ocean's dark and high-pressure environment. These jellies have a bell-shaped, often vividly colored body, with tentacles that can extend outwards from the bell margin. They are known for their ability to vertically migrate through the water column, allowing them to access different feeding zones. Periphylla species are among the most studied of the deep-sea jellies, owing to their unique adaptations and ecological roles.

Species

Periphylla periphylla [Periphylla periphylla]

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Periphylla hyacinthina [Periphylla hyacinthina]