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A small, transparent hydrozoan jellyfish. Has what appear to be pale, striped gonads arranged in a cross shape. Has small eye-like structures around the bell for shade sensitivity. This one has a slight greenish tinge to it. Possibly another uncommon morph of Polyorchis penicillatus?
Found in the waters of the bay.
May be the same jellyfish as two other forms. Needs specialist ID.
Spotted on Aug 13, 2011
Submitted on Dec 29, 2011
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WOW !!!!!!
Fantastic creature!
Thanks! They really are.
Wow! This is so amazing!
The Yaquina Bay in Oregon.
Please where are you from and where did you see this?