Eight-Strand Jelly
Melicertum octocostatum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–102 m
- Max size: 1.4 cm
An eight ribbed coastal jelly, the eight strand jelly is a weak swimmer that drifts in estuaries and nearshore water. It feeds on copepods and the larvae of worms and fish, spending its early life as a small bottom hydroid.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Leptothecata › Melicertidae › Melicertum
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117743.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eight-Strand Jelly live?
- The Eight-Strand Jelly (Melicertum octocostatum) is typically found at 0–102 m.
- How big does the Eight-Strand Jelly get?
- The Eight-Strand Jelly grows to about 1.4 cm.