How deep does the Hydrozoan live?

The Hydrozoan (Proboscidactyla ornata) is typically found at 0–85 m.

How big does the Hydrozoan get?

The Hydrozoan grows to about 0.5 cm.

Hydrozoan

Proboscidactyla ornata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–85 m
Max size: 0.5 cm

This small hydromedusa drifts in inshore, reef and lagoon water just a few metres down. It begins life as a bottom living hydroid before budding off the tiny free swimming jelly that joins the coastal plankton.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Anthoathecata › Proboscidactylidae › Proboscidactyla

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117835.

FAQ

How deep does the Hydrozoan live?: The Hydrozoan (Proboscidactyla ornata) is typically found at 0–85 m.
How big does the Hydrozoan get?: The Hydrozoan grows to about 0.5 cm.