Rough jellyfish [Olindioides superba]
Description
This species is known as the rough jellyfish due to the bumpy texture of its umbrella. It is most commonly found in the temperate waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is a solitary species that floats freely in the water column, catching prey with its long tentacles. The Rough jellyfish can be distinguished by its large size, often reaching over one meter in diameter, and its unique, rough-textured 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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