Gonionemus vertens

Gonionemus vertens

The Clinging Jellyfish Authors: Solace and Zaijha Photos by D. Young Scientific name: Gonionemus vertens Size: bell is 1.5 to 2.5cm in diameter Gonionemus vertens, also known as the Clinging Jellyfish, is an invasive species in many oceans. The medusae found in the...
Sarsia spp.

Sarsia spp.

Sarsia spp.  Author: Bridget Laver Size: bell is 6-20mm tall.  Features:  The Sarsia jellyfish has a bell height of 6mm – 20mm that is marked with 4 tentacles and 4 very narrow radial canals.  At the base of each tentacle is a distinct ocelli.   It is transparent and...