Jewel Jellyfish
Liriope tetraphylla
- Group: Jellyfish
- Typical depth: 0–260 m
- Max size: 3 cm
- For divers: caution
The jewel jellyfish swims with a single long trailing tentacle and many shorter ones, ranging from the surface down to around 260 metres. Its sting can leave an itchy rash on bare skin, and it gathers in inshore and reef water where it hunts small plankton.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Limnomedusae › Geryoniidae › Liriope
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117568.
FAQ
- How deep does the Jewel Jellyfish live?
- The Jewel Jellyfish (Liriope tetraphylla) is typically found at 0–260 m.
- Is the Jewel Jellyfish dangerous to divers?
- Divers should approach the Jewel Jellyfish with care.
- How big does the Jewel Jellyfish get?
- The Jewel Jellyfish grows to about 3 cm.