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Mauve Stinger

Pelagia noctiluca

Deep sea Mauve Stinger specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

Surface–1,500 m (0–5,000 ft)

Size

Up to 10 cm (4 in) bell

Habitat

Open Ocean

Diet

Plankton and small fish

What they'd be sayin'

"I am one of the few jellies where the bell itself can sting you, not just the tentacles."

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Deep Sea Profile

Vibrant pink-to-purple jellyfish known for their painful sting and bioluminescence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the bell sting?

Yes, unlike most jellyfish, the bell of the Mauve Stinger is covered in stinging cells (nematocysts).

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