Podocoryne [Podocoryne]

Description

Podocoryne, distinct from Podocoryna, is another genus within the family Hydractiniidae. Members of this genus are known for their gelatinous colonies that often appear on various substrates in marine environments, including seaweeds and other hydroids. The polyps of Podocoryne are differentiated into feeding and reproductive types, and the colonies can vary greatly in appearance and structure. These organisms are important in the study of developmental biology and regeneration due to their complex life cycles and the ability to form new individuals from colony fragments.

Species

Bell Jellyfish [Podocoryne carnea]

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