Species Type:
Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
Moon jellyfish
Size:
Moon jellies can grow up to 16 inches (40 centimeters) in diameter.
Diet:
Moon jellyfish eat zooplankton and the larvae, or eggs of mollusk species.
Range & Habitat:
In the coastal waters of the north Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans, and Caribbean Sea, moon jellies inhabit estuaries, bays and other inshore environments.
Details:
These jellyfish are almost completely see-through. Their reproductive organs produce a flower-like shape on the top of their bell. Female moon jellies have pink flowers, while the males’ appear white. They also have four arms used for feeding.