Lion’s Mane [Cyanea nozakii]
Description
Cyanea nozakii is a captivating jellyfish that divers may encounter as a large, delicate bell surrounded by long, ribbon-like tentacles. As it moves, the tentacles trail behind and fan out, creating a mesmerizing, almost hair-like effect. Because lion’s mane jellyfish can have stinging cells, divers should keep a safe distance and avoid contact.
Where To See Lion’s Mane
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Jellyfish and their relatives
Medusozoa
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| Order |
Cup Animals
Scyphozoa
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| Family |
Jellyfish (disc jellyfish)
Discomedusae
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| Genus |
Semaeostome Jellyfish
Semaeostomeae
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