How deep does the Hydrozoan live?

The Hydrozoan (Rhopalonema velatum) is typically found at 0–220 m.

How big does the Hydrozoan get?

The Hydrozoan grows to about 1 cm.

Hydrozoan

Rhopalonema velatum

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–220 m
Max size: 1 cm

A small open water jellyfish, this hydrozoan medusa swims in coastal and inshore water at depths of around ten metres. Its transparent bell pulses through the plankton where it feeds and is fed upon in turn.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Trachymedusae › Rhopalonematidae › Rhopalonema

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 117865.

FAQ

How deep does the Hydrozoan live?: The Hydrozoan (Rhopalonema velatum) is typically found at 0–220 m.
How big does the Hydrozoan get?: The Hydrozoan grows to about 1 cm.