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Cassiopea Jellyfish
Cassiopea spp.
The Cassiopea jellyfish, commonly known as the upside-down jellyfish, is a unique marine invertebrate found in shallow tropical waters. Unlike most jellyfish, it typically rests on the seafloor with its bell facing downward and its tentacles facing upward to maximize sunlight ex…
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- Cassiopea jellyfish can release tiny, stinging, mucus-filled bubbles into the water, which can cause mild discomfort to swimmers even without direct contact.
- Cassiopea jellyfish house symbiotic algae called zooxanthellae in their tissues, which photosynthesize and provide them with nutrients. They often appear to 'pulse' or move in place, which helps distribute oxygen and nutrients. Unlike many jellyfish, they spend most of their lives lying upside-down on the seafloor.
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