Chrysaora quinquecirrha

Chrysaora quinquecirrha

The Chrysaora quinquecirrha, also known as the Atlantic sea nettle, is a beautiful jellyfish with long, flowing tentacles. It glides through the water and can be found in warm coastal areas, making it a fascinating sight for ocean lovers!

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The Chrysaora quinquecirrha is a bell-shaped jellyfish, usually translucent white or yellowish with reddish-brown stripes radiating from its center. It possesses long, ribbon-like oral arms and numerous delicate stinging tentacles that hang beneath its bell.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumCnidariaClassScyphozoaOrderSemaeostomeaeFamilyPelagiidaeGenusChrysaora
Chrysaora quinquecirrha
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Chrysaora quinquecirrha

Category

Invertebrate

Rarity

Common

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

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Interesting facts

A group of jellyfish is surprisingly called a 'smack' or a 'bloom'!

Its long tentacles can stretch up to 5 meters, much longer than a car!

They have no brain or heart, but they are still amazing hunters!

This jellyfish's bell can reach the size of a dinner plate!

Special abilities

Ability

Stinging Streamers

Chrysaora quinquecirrha has long trailing tentacles equipped with stinging cells that help them catch unsuspecting prey.

Ability

Pulsating Propulsion

Chrysaora quinquecirrha can pulse its bell to gently move through the water, allowing them to drift with currents.

Ability

Bioluminescent Bling

Chrysaora quinquecirrha can sometimes glow with light, a cool ability that helps them startle predators or attract mates.

Measurements & details

Length
5-25 cm
Weight
0.05-0.5 kg
Lifespan
0.5-1 years
Swim Speed
0.5 km/h
Maximum Depth
50 m
Water Type
Saltwater

Diet & Feeding

This jellyfish is a predator, using its stinging tentacles to catch small creatures that swim by.

Primary Foods

  • zooplankton
  • small crustaceans
  • comb jellies
  • fish larvae
  • other jellyfish

Foraging Method

  • Ambush

Ecological connections

eats

loggerhead sea turtle

Caretta caretta

Turtles are predators of jellyfish.

eats

ocean sunfish

Mola mola

This giant fish feasts on jellyfish.

hunts

sea walnut

Mnemiopsis leidyi

Jellyfish sometimes consume comb jellies.

Traits

Also known as

Atlantic Sea Nettle

Collections

Safety

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

Never touch jellyfish, as they can sting and hurt you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Chrysaora quinquecirrha?

5-25 cm

How much does Chrysaora quinquecirrha weigh?

0.05-0.5 kg

How long does Chrysaora quinquecirrha live?

0.5-1 years

What does Chrysaora quinquecirrha eat?

This jellyfish is a predator, using its stinging tentacles to catch small creatures that swim by.

How fast can Chrysaora quinquecirrha swim?

0.5 km/h

Where is Chrysaora quinquecirrha usually found?

Coastal areas

How does Chrysaora quinquecirrha hunt?

Ambush

How deep can Chrysaora quinquecirrha go?

50 m

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