Animal Species:Irukandji-Carukia-barnesi
Identification
This species is the first discovered of what appears to be a group of Carybdeid sea jellies whose sting causes what is now called Irukandji Syndrome. Transparent, small and usually not observed, the Irukandji is unusual as its bell also features stinging capsules (nematocysts).
Size range
1 cm - 2 cm bell (diameter), up to 1 m tentacles
Other behaviours and adaptations
Not much is known about this species as it is currently under study.
Classification
- Species:
- Carukia barnesi
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