description Paraphyllina ransoni Overview
Paraphyllina ransoni is a valid species of crown jellyfish in the family Paraphyllinidae, within the order Coronatae and class Scyphozoa. It is a pelagic scyphozoan associated with deep open-water environments rather than shallow coastal habitats, and records are comparatively uncommon because these mid-water animals are difficult to observe and sample. The species is used in taxonomic and marine biodiversity records.
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What is Paraphyllina ransoni?
It is a valid species of crown jellyfish in the family Paraphyllinidae, within the order Coronatae and class Scyphozoa. In other words, it is a true jellyfish, but from the deep crown-jellyfish group rather than the familiar coastal moon jellies.
Where does Paraphyllina ransoni live?
It is a pelagic species associated with deep open-water environments, not shallow coastal habitats. Because of this, records are comparatively uncommon and mostly come from scientific sampling.
Is Paraphyllina ransoni related to the helmet jellyfish?
Yes, both are coronate jellyfish within the order Coronatae, though the helmet jellyfish (Periphylla periphylla) belongs to a different family. Crown jellyfish as a group are adapted to deep, dark ocean waters.
What distinguishes crown jellyfish like Paraphyllina ransoni from other jellyfish?
Coronate jellyfish carry a characteristic coronal groove that rings the bell, a feature that gives the group its common name. Their deep-sea habitat also sets them apart from the surface and coastal scyphozoans most people encounter.
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