Cotylorhiza Tuberculata

– Mediterranean Jelly –

Description:

Cotylorhiza tuberculata has radial symmetry of the body. Its diameter is approximately 40 cm. The umbrella is flat, except for its centre, where a prominent formation extends from the bell. The oral arms are short and the polyps measure around 5-10 mm. The umbrella has a yellow coloration and the labial palpi are white or violet in colour.

Behavior:

The sting of the fried egg jellyfish has little to no effect on humans. This species primarily feeds on zooplankton and reproduces asexually. Larvae attach themselves to the ocean surface and grow in a polyp colony which looks like a stack of saucers. The tiny jellyfish are then released from capsules and drift away.

Habitat:

The Fried egg jellyfish lives in coastal waters and can be found between 0-7 m.

Distribution:

C. tuberculata inhabits the whole Mediterranean Sea.

Food:

Feeds mainly on zooplankton.