Thimble Jellyfish [Linuche unguiculata]
Description
Linuche unguiculata, commonly known as the thimble jellyfish, is a small jellyfish with a bell that is usually less than 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. They are known for their unique life cycle, in which they undergo a symbiotic relationship with zooxanthellae, a type of algae. This species is primarily found in tropical and subtropical waters, often in large swarms. Its sting can cause seabather's eruption, a skin reaction characterized by a rash and severe itching.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
True Jellyfish
Scyphozoa
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| Order |
Coronate Jellyfish
Coronatae
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| Family |
Crowned Jellies
Coronidae
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| Genus |
Linuche
Linuche
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