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Versuriga anadyomene

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Versuriga anadyomene is a rhizostome jellyfish in the class Scyphozoa, associated with warm Indo-Pacific waters. It has a broad bell and oral arms adapted for filter feeding, as in other rhizostome jellyfish whose mouths are divided into smaller openings. The species is distinguished by its ornate, broadly spreading bell margin, while its name refers to Aphrodite Anadyomene, a classical epithet for the goddess Venus rising from the sea. It is primarily of interest to marine biologists and jellyfish observers.

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What kind of jellyfish is Versuriga anadyomene?

Versuriga anadyomene is a rhizostome jellyfish in the class Scyphozoa. It has a broad bell and oral arms typical of rhizostome jellyfish.

How does Versuriga anadyomene feed?

Its oral arms contain many small openings that help filter food from the surrounding water. This differs from jellyfish with one simple central mouth.

Where is Versuriga anadyomene found?

The species is associated with warm Indo-Pacific waters. Records and reports place it in tropical and subtropical coastal environments, including parts of Asian waters.

Is Versuriga anadyomene a box jellyfish?

No, it belongs to Scyphozoa, the true-jellyfish group. Box jellyfish belong to Cubozoa, the class that includes Carybdea brevipedalia.

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