The root-mouthed jellyfish (Eupilema inexpectata) is a species of cnidarian, a jellyfish in the small family Rhizostomatidae. It is the only member of the genus Eupilema.
This large jellyfish grows up to more than 1 m (3 ft 3 in) in diameter. It has a smooth-surfaced bell with no tentacles. Its large manubrium (mouth) has many microscopic holes which extend directly into the gut.[2]
This jellyfish is found around the whole South African coast from the surface to at least 35 m (115 ft) underwater.
This is a large jellyfish which feeds on microscopic prey. It is often seen with small fish, which use its bulk to hide from predators.
The root-mouthed jellyfish (Eupilema inexpectata) is a species of cnidarian, a jellyfish in the small family Rhizostomatidae. It is the only member of the genus Eupilema.
Eupilema inexpectata is een schijfkwal uit de familie Rhizostomatidae. De kwal komt uit het geslacht Eupilema. Eupilema inexpectata werd in 1992 voor het eerst wetenschappelijk beschreven door Pages, Gili & Bouillon.
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