General Description

Bell (body) lens-shaped, much thicker in the middle than at the edges. Numerous simple radial canals around the outside of the bell, with gonads extending along them. Large stomach in the centre, ringed by the radial canals. Numerous fine marginal tentacles. Usually colourless and transparent. Up to 1.8 m wide.

Biology

These jellyfish produce a fluorescent protein that has been used by many scientists in biomedical research. There are several species around Australia, however, they are difficult to differentiate.

Habitat

Open water, near surface to depth of 2000 m.

Open water

Distribution guide

Worldwide.

Species Group

Jellyfishes and allies › Jellyfishes

Depth

Shore (0-1 m)
Shallow (1-30 m)
Deep ( > 30 m)

Water Column

Surface Midwater

Max Size

1.5 m

Diet

Carnivore

Harmful

Not known to be dangerous to humans.

Commercial Species

No

Global Dispersal

Recorded in Australia

Identify

• Jellyfish and allies

Conservation Status

• DSE Advisory List : Not listed
• EPBC Act 1999 : Not listed
• IUCN Red List : Not listed