(TSVN) – Scientists exploring the ocean floor have discovered a beautiful species of jellyfish and nicknamed it “illusion jellyfish” because of their magical shimmer.
During an expedition to the waters of the Virgin Islands (USA), scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) discovered a type of jellyfish with an extremely unique shape, glittering in the middle of the sea. ocean bed.
This is a rare jellyfish called Crossota millsae, which specializes in living in deep sea areas. Because it possesses long tentacles and often spreads out in a magical way while feeding, this jellyfish is also known as ” Psychedelic Medusa “, based on the character Medusa – with snake hair and eyes. Turns anyone who looks at it to stone – in Greek mythology.
Medusa jellyfish is pink-red and almost transparent, its tentacles spread out in all directions and makes scientists feel like this is a mobile firework on the seabed, the blue color of the sea water makes it even more beautiful. make this creature stand out more.
This jellyfish lives at a depth of about 1000 m, its tentacles surround the entire space around its body, helping it catch prey from all directions.
Similar jellyfish species can be found in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. This is not the first time scientists have discovered Psychedelic Medusa , but this time helps them better understand their habits and living areas.