Smooth jellyfish [Olindioides glabra]
Description
The Smooth jellyfish is known for its smooth and translucent umbrella. This species is found in various parts of the world, but is most common in the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a free-floating species that uses its tentacles to capture prey. The Smooth jellyfish can be identified by its small size, usually only about 10-15 centimeters in diameter, and its smooth umbrella.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Limnomedusae
Limnomedusae
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| Family |
Limnomedusae
Limnomedusae
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| Genus |
Olindioides
Olindioides
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