Deep Sea Profile
Pointed-bell jellyfish found in the deep North Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why call it a 'Tower'?
The top of its bell has a large, pointed projection that gives it a tall, tower-like appearance.
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Tower Jelly
Neoturris breviconis
Image via Wikimedia Commons
Abyssal Stats
Depth
Surface–500 m (0–1,600 ft)
Size
Up to 3 cm (1.2 in)
Habitat
Midwater
Diet
Small crustaceans
What they'd be sayin'
"I am named for my tall, tower-like bell shape."
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