Coelenterates Collection

Hydra budding, SEM
Hydra budding. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Hydra sp. freshwater hydrozoan budding. Hydra commonly reproduce by budding - a form of asexual reproduction in which a new organism

Jellyfishes

Jellyfish

Aquaruim. Genoa. Italy

Jellyfish

Mediterranean Sea. Jellyfishes

Mediterranean Sea. Jellyfish

mar mediterraneo, medusa

Jellyfish. Aquaruim. Genoa. Italy

Table coral C014 / 2893
Table coral. Acropora sp. coral on a reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Fish on a reef C014 / 2892
Fish on a reef. Triggerfish (family Balistidae) swimming over Acropora sp. coral on the sandy sea bed. Photographed in the Maldives

Sun rays over a coral reef C014 / 2896
Sun rays over a coral reef. Sunlit Acropora sp. coral on a reef. Photographed in the Maldives

SCUBA diving C014 / 2906
SCUBA diving. Diver next to a soft coral (order Alcyonacea) on a reef. Photographed in Indonesia

Yellowback fusiliers on a reef C014 / 2899
Yellowback fusiliers (Caesio xanthonota) swimming over Acropora sp. coral on a sunlit reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Coral reef C014 / 2894
Coral reef. Gorgonian (order Gorgonacea) coral, soft corals (order Alcyonacea) and lyretail anthia (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) fish on a reef

Hydra, SEM
Hydra budding. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Hydra sp. freshwater hydrozoan. Hydra catch small swimming crustaceans such as daphnia using stinging

Table coral C014 / 2901
Table coral. Acropora sp. coral on a reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Coral reef, Thailand C014 / 2891
Coral reef. Fish swimming around soft corals (order Alcyonacea) and brightly coloured Christmas tree worms (Spirobranchus giganteus) on a boulder made of Porites sp. hard coral

Black pyramid butterflyfish on a reef C014 / 2900
Black pyramid butterflyfish (Hemitaurichthys zoster) swimming over Acropora sp. coral on a sunlit reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Sunlit coral reef C014 / 2898
Sunlit coral reef. Sunlit Acropora sp. coral on a reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Sunlit coral reef C014 / 2897
Sunlit coral reef. Sunlit Acropora sp. coral on a reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Sun rays over a coral reef C014 / 2895
Sun rays over a coral reef. Sunlit Acropora sp. coral on a reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Table coral C014 / 2902
Table coral. Acropora sp. coral on a reef. Photographed in the Maldives

Moon jellyfish C018 / 2549
Moon jellyfish (Aurelia aurita). These jellyfish, also known as the common jellyfish, are found in coastal waters throughout the world

Pygmy sweepers (Parapriacanthus guentheri) swimming amongst corals on a reef. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Moon jellyfish C018 / 2545
Moon jellyfish (Aurelia aurita). These jellyfish, also known as the common jellyfish, are found in coastal waters throughout the world

Sponge on a reef. Red sponge (phylum Porifera) branching amongst corals on a reef. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Pacific sea nettle jellyfish C018 / 2547
Pacific sea nettle (Chrysaora fuscescens) jellyfish. This species has a distinctive golden-brown bell, up to 30 cm in diameter, whitish oral arms

Pacific sea nettle jellyfish C018 / 2546
Pacific sea nettle (Chrysaora fuscescens) jellyfish. This species has a distinctive golden-brown bell, up to 30 cm in diameter, whitish oral arms

Red soldierfish on a reef
Red soldierfish (Myripristis murdjan) sheltering in soft coral on a reef. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Pacific sea nettle jellyfish C018 / 2550
Pacific sea nettle (Chrysaora fuscescens) jellyfish. This species has a distinctive golden-brown bell, up to 30 cm in diameter, whitish oral arms

Pacific sea nettle jellyfish C018 / 2548
Pacific sea nettle (Chrysaora fuscescens) jellyfish. This species has a distinctive golden-brown bell, up to 30 cm in diameter, whitish oral arms

Cabbage coral. Close-up of folds of cabbage coral (Turbinaria reniformis) on a reef. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Table coral. Fish swimming around Acropora sp. coral on a sandy sea-bed. Photographed in the Maldives

Lyretail anthia on a reef. Male lyretail anthia (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) with net fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) on a reef

Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia physalis) at the waters surface. This organism is a colony composed of many specialised polyps, groups of which form its structures

Anemones with anemonefish. Clarks anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii) swimming over Magnificent anemones (Heteractis magnifica). Photographed off Rincah Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Sponge on coral. Sponge (red) attached to black coral (order Antipatharia, white). Photographed oof Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Black-axil chromis on leather coral
Black-axil chromis (Chromis atripectoralis, light blue, centre) sheltering in table coral (Acropora sp.) among other reef fish. Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park Indonesia

Table coral on a reef
Coral reef. Variety of corals growing on a reef. These include table coral (Acropora sp.), porites sp. and brain coral (family Faviidae). Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Yellow chromis on table coral
Yellow chromis (Chromis analis, lower centre) at rest on table coral (Acropora sp.). Photographed in Indonesia

Yellow chromis on leather coral
Yellow chromis (Chromis analis) at rest on leather coral covered in Acoelomorph flatworms (Wamino sp. red). Photographed in Indonesia

West Coast Sea Nettle Jellyfish - Pacific Ocean
PM-10570 West Coast Sea Nettle Jellyfish Pacific Ocean. Chrysaora fuscesens Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Jellyfish, north Pacific
PM-10635 Jellyfish, north Pacific. Mastigias papua Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Slender Jellyfish, north Pacific Ocean
PM-10634 Slender Jellyfish, north Pacific Ocean Tima formosa Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Spotted Jellyfish, western Pacific
PM-10633 Spotted Jellyfish, western Pacific Mastigias papua Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Tube Dwelling Sea Anemone, northwest Pacific
PM-10628 Tube Dwelling Sea Anemone, northwest Pacific. Coelenterates Pachycerianthus magnus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Upside Down Jellyfish:coastal waters, mangroves in Florida & Caribbean, introduced to Hawaii
PM-10266 Upside Down Jellyfish coastal waters, mangroves in Florida & Caribbean, introduced to Hawaii Cassiopea andromeda Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Coelenterates, commonly known as jellyfish, have captivated scientists and nature enthusiasts alike with their ethereal beauty and mysterious ways. In the book "Mawson - Life and Death in Antarctica" by Jellyfish expert Lisa Gershwin, readers are taken on a fascinating journey into the world of these mesmerizing creatures. One captivating aspect is their ability to reproduce through a process called budding. This phenomenon can be observed under a scanning electron microscope (SEM), revealing intricate details of hydra budding that leave us in awe of nature's complexity. Visiting an aquarium like the one in Genoa, Italy offers visitors an up-close encounter with these enchanting beings. The graceful movements and vibrant colors of jellyfishes create a mesmerizing spectacle that leaves spectators spellbound. The Mediterranean Sea is home to numerous species of jellyfishes, making it a hotspot for marine biologists studying these fascinating creatures. Their presence in this region adds to the allure and diversity found within its waters. As we delve deeper into understanding coelenterates, we realize just how crucial they are to our ecosystem. Despite their delicate appearance, jellyfish play vital roles as both predator and prey within marine food chains. However, alongside their ecological significance comes concerns about increasing populations of jellyfish due to climate change and human activities such as overfishing. These issues highlight the need for further research and conservation efforts aimed at protecting these fragile yet essential organisms. Coelenterates or jellyfish continue to capture our imagination with their otherworldly beauty and intriguing behaviors. From scientific studies documented by experts like Lisa Gershwin to breathtaking encounters at aquariums or in natural habitats like the Mediterranean Sea, there is no denying that these enigmatic creatures hold endless fascination for all who encounter them.