Hanging Stomach Jelly

Stomotoca atra

Hanging Stomach Jelly

A small swimming jellyfish of coastal waters, it hunts other jellies and especially favours the hydromedusa Clytia gregaria. Its stomach hangs down on a stalk through the centre of the bell, and it ranges from the surface to roughly 210 metres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Anthoathecata › Pandeidae › Stomotoca

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 221202.

FAQ

How deep does the Hanging Stomach Jelly live?
The Hanging Stomach Jelly (Stomotoca atra) is typically found at 0–210 m.
How big does the Hanging Stomach Jelly get?
The Hanging Stomach Jelly grows to about 2.5 cm.