Ghost Jelly [Hemigellius ghostus]
Description
The Ghost Jelly, scientifically known as Hemigellius ghostus, is another species of jellyfish found in deeper waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is noted for its almost transparent bell, which can appear ghostly under certain light conditions. The bell can reach up to 40 cm in diameter and has numerous short tentacles around the edge. The Ghost Jelly is a deep-sea species and is commonly found at depths of 1000 to 3000 meters. It is a carnivorous species, feeding on small fish and plankton.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Haplosclerida
Haplosclerida
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| Family |
Great sponges
Niphatidae
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| Genus |
Hemigellius
Hemigellius
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