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Cyanea nozakii is a large scyphozoan jellyfish of the western Pacific, recorded abundantly in waters off China, Japan, and Korea. It is known for dense seasonal blooms that foul commercial fishing nets and clog the cooling-water intakes of coastal power plants, causing measurable economic disruption. Like other Cyanea species, its tentacles bear nematocysts and it is considered venomous to humans.
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Where is the Cyanea nozakii jellyfish typically found?
Cyanea nozakii is a large scyphozoan jellyfish found abundantly in the waters of the western Pacific. It is most commonly recorded off the coasts of China, Japan, and Korea.
Why is Cyanea nozakii considered a problem for humans?
This species of jellyfish is known for its dense seasonal blooms that foul commercial fishing nets. They also frequently clog the cooling-water intakes of coastal power plants, causing measurable disruptions to industry.
How large can the Cyanea nozakii jellyfish grow?
Cyanea nozakii is considered a large jellyfish, with a bell diameter that can reach up to half a meter across. Their massive oral arms can trail behind them extensively, contributing to the mess they make in fishing gear.
What do Cyanea nozakii jellyfish eat?
Like most large scyphozoan jellyfish, they are carnivorous and feed primarily on small fish, zooplankton, and other tiny marine organisms. They capture their prey using the stinging cells located on their trailing tentacles.
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