Distinguishing Characteristics |
Bell gelatinous, bowl-shaped, broader than deep; no color, translucent to transparent; has radiating canals that feel like ridges; rows of wart-like bumps on underside of bell; center of bell has circular area smooth with no ridges; tentacles very fine, small, do not sting. |
Similar Species |
Similar to another hydrozoan, Aequoria, which does not have the warty bumps and is smaller in size. |
Habitat |
Gulf, pelagic |
Maximum Size |
40 cm (15 3/4 in) bell diameter |
Other Common Names |
crystal jelly, water jelly |
Previous Scientific Names |
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Comments |
This is not a true jellyfish. It's actually a hydroid. |