Red Jellyfish [Rhodalia rosea]
Description
The Rhodalia rosea, commonly known as the Red Jellyfish, is a small marine animal found primarily in the Atlantic Ocean. It has a bell-shaped body that is typically transparent and can be up to 10 cm in diameter. The bell is often tinged with red, hence its common name. The Red Jellyfish is a carnivore, primarily feeding on small fish and plankton. It is known for its bioluminescence, which it uses to attract prey and deter potential predators.
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 |
Siphonophorae
Siphonophorae
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| Family |
Rhodaliidae
Rhodaliidae
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| Genus |
Rhodalia
Rhodalia
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