Cushion : Venuss girdle, a type of comb jellyfish
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Venuss girdle, a type of comb jellyfish
Venuss Girdle. Macrophotograph of a coiled, ribbon-like Venuss Girdle or Sea Sword, Cestus veneris, appearing glassy-blue. C. veneris is a comb jellyfish which feeds on plankton. It has rows of tiny, cilia-like tentacles along the length of its body. These capture plankton and direct it to the creatures mouth. C. veneris can grow up to 8cm wide and 150 cm long. Whilst feeding, C. veneris normally hangs straight in the water and is almost transparent but for a greenish-gold glimmer from the tentacles. When disturbed it swims with snake-like movements and appears blue. Venuss Girdle also has the ability to phosphoresce at night
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Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a Venuss Girdle, a remarkable type of comb jellyfish. The image captures the delicate and ethereal nature of this creature, with its coiled, ribbon-like body shimmering in a glassy-blue hue. Cestus veneris, as it is scientifically known, possesses rows of tiny tentacles that resemble cilia along its elongated form. These tentacles play a crucial role in capturing plankton for nourishment by directing it towards the creature's mouth. With dimensions reaching up to 8cm wide and an astonishing 150cm long, this comb jellyfish displays an impressive size. Typically found hanging straight in water while feeding on plankton, Cestus veneris appears almost transparent except for a subtle greenish-gold glimmer emanating from its tentacles. However, when disturbed or threatened, it gracefully moves through the water with snake-like motions and takes on a striking blue coloration. One particularly fascinating feature of Venuss Girdle is its ability to phosphoresce at night—a breathtaking phenomenon that adds another layer of enchantment to these already captivating creatures. This extraordinary photograph not only highlights the intricate details and vibrant colors present in nature but also serves as a reminder of the diverse and awe-inspiring wonders that inhabit our planet's oceans.
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