Barrel Jellyfish [Rhizostoma octopus]
Description
Divers often spot this barrel-shaped jellyfish drifting slowly through the water column, its thick, rounded bell giving it a distinctive “barrel” look. Long trailing tentacles stream beneath it like soft ribbons, and the animal’s calm, floating movement makes it a relaxing sight—especially in areas where it’s common.
Where To See Barrel Jellyfish
Sipadan Drop Off
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Sipadan Drop Off
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Turtle Cavern
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Turtle Cavern
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
White Tip Avenue
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
White Tip Avenue
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Coral Garden
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Coral Garden
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
South Point
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
South Point
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Jellyfish and their relatives
Medusozoa
|
| Order |
Cup Animals
Scyphozoa
|
| Family |
Jellyfish (disc jellyfish)
Discomedusae
|
| Genus |
Rhizostome Jellyfish
Rhizostomeae
|
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