Lion's Mane Jellyfish
( Cyanea capillata )
The Lion's Mane Jellyfish is found in the cold waters of the Arctic, Northern Atlantic, and Northern Pacific Oceans. Known for being the largest jellyfish in the world and possibly the longest animal of all time, the Lion’s Mane Jellyfish’s bell can be 2.5 (8 ft) meters across, and its tentacles can reach 36.6 m (120 ft), which is longer than that of a Blue Whale. The Lion's Mane Jellyfish uses its long stinging tentacles to capture and consume prey such as fish, zooplankton, and smaller jellyfish.
The Lion’s Mane Jellyfish is an abundant species and is not currently in danger of extinction. To learn more about the Lion’s Mane Jellyfish click the link below:
https://www.americanoceans.org/species/lions-mane-jellyfish/