Small Life in the Deep Sea
Harp comb jelly
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A species of benthic ctenophore. Unlike swimming pelagic comb jellies, it attaches itself to rocks and Gorgonian horny corals (Alcyonacea). To feed, its comb-like tentacles reach out from the tip of its body to catch floating zooplanktons. This species varies in color, and there are many colorful individuals.
Scientific name | Lyrocteis imperatoris |
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English name | Harp comb jelly |
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