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Crossota sp. jellyfish Enigma Seamount

Image of Crossota Vanhöffen 1902

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Description: English: This stunningly beautiful jellyfish was seen during Dive 4 on April 24, 2016, while exploring the informally named "Enigma Seamount" at a depth of ~3,700 meters. Scientists identified this hydromedusa as belonging to the genus Crossota. Date: 24 May 2016. Source: http://oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/okeanos/explorations/ex1605/dailyupdates/media/video/0424-jelly/0424-jelly.html. Author: NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research, 2016 Deepwater Exploration of the Marianas.

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NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research, 2016 Deepwater Exploration of the Marianas
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