Hanging Stomach Jelly
Stomotoca atra
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–210 m
- Max size: 2.5 cm
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.