Deep Sea Profile
A delicate siphonophore colony with a spiral-shaped swimming section.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does it hunt?
It spreads a 'curtain' of stinging tentacles to trap small passing animals.
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Red-spotted Siphonophore
Forskalia edwardsi
Image via Wikimedia Commons
Abyssal Stats
Depth
Surface–800 m (0–2,600 ft)
Size
Up to 50 cm (20 in)
Habitat
Midwater
Diet
Small fish and crustaceans
What they'd be sayin'
"I am a colonial animal made up of many specialized individuals working together."
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