description Carybdea marsupialis Overview
*Carybdea marsupialis* is a species of box jellyfish belonging to the class Cubozoa, predominantly found in the Mediterranean Sea and parts of the Atlantic Ocean. Measuring only a few centimeters in bell diameter, this transparent cnidarian possesses four tentacles equipped with nematocysts used to capture prey and deter predators. Its sting is known to be painful to human swimmers.
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What kind of jellyfish is Carybdea marsupialis?
Carybdea marsupialis is a box jellyfish in the class Cubozoa. It is a small transparent cnidarian rather than one of the large, disk-shaped jellyfish people often picture.
Where can Carybdea marsupialis be found?
The species is found mainly in the Mediterranean Sea and parts of the Atlantic Ocean. Its Mediterranean range is one reason it appears in marine-life references for southern European waters.
How large is Carybdea marsupialis?
Its bell is only a few centimeters in diameter, making it a small box jellyfish. The transparent body can make it difficult to see even though the species has four tentacles.
Can Carybdea marsupialis sting?
Yes, its four tentacles are equipped with stinging cells, as expected of a cnidarian. A transparent jellyfish in the Mediterranean should not be handled just because its bell is only a few centimeters wide.
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