Ctenophore spp. - Whats My Bait

Comb Jelly

Sea Walnut, Sea Gooseberries, Warty Comb Jelly, Comby Jellyfish

Ctenophore spp.

Description:

Clear/translucent, bell-shaped body with a 8 rows lined with cilia (combs) for locomotion. Very common.

Average Maximum Size:

12 cm ( 5 in.)

Adults Distinguishing Characteristics:

Juveniles Distinguishing Characteristics:

Range:

Western Atlantic Ocean

Habitat:

Coastal waters

Notes:

Does not sting.

Regulated Species:

Regulations Website:

Species: Ctenophore spp.

Family: Ctenophore

Family Description: Comb Jelly

Mouth Type: NA

Tail Type: NA

Dorsal Type: NA

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