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Abyssal Comb Jelly

Beroe abyssicola

Deep sea Abyssal Comb Jelly specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

1,000–4,000 m (3,300–13,100 ft)

Size

Up to 20 cm (8 in)

Habitat

Bathypelagic Zone

Diet

Other comb jellies

What they'd be sayin'

"I am a voracious predator that exclusively hunts other comb jellies."

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Deep Sea Profile

Deep-sea comb jellies that specialize in preying upon other gelatinous animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is their hunting style?

They lack tentacles and instead use 'macrocilia' (large hairs) inside their mouth like teeth to bite prey.

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