description Leucothea multicornis Overview
Leucothea multicornis is a large lobate ctenophore, commonly called a comb jelly, in the family Leucotheidae. It occurs in tropical and subtropical ocean waters and is recognized by the elongated lateral lobes that extend from its gelatinous body. Like other ctenophores, it moves with rows of ciliary comb plates; it is not a true jellyfish, which belongs to a different animal group.
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What is Leucothea multicornis?
Leucothea multicornis is a large lobate ctenophore, commonly called a comb jelly. It belongs to the family Leucotheidae.
Where does Leucothea multicornis live?
It occurs in tropical and subtropical ocean waters. The species is a marine animal rather than a freshwater jellyfish.
How can you recognize Leucothea multicornis?
It is recognized by elongated lateral lobes extending from its gelatinous body. Like other ctenophores, it moves using rows of cilia called comb rows.
Is Leucothea multicornis a true jellyfish?
No. It is a ctenophore, commonly called a comb jelly, rather than a true jellyfish in the cnidarian group.
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