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Psychedelic Jelly

Crossota millsae

Deep sea Psychedelic Jelly specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

1,000–2,500 m (3,300–8,200 ft)

Size

Up to 4 cm (1.6 in)

Habitat

Bathypelagic Zone

Diet

Small crustaceans

What they'd be sayin'

"I am a small, brightly colored jelly with vivid red and orange patterns."

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Deep Sea Profile

Small, vibrantly colored jellyfish of the deep bathypelagic zone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it colorful in the dark?

In the pitch black, these colors are invisible; the exact evolutionary reason remains a mystery.

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