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Moon Jelly

Aurelia sp.

Photo by Machi
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43.6504, -70.2452

Field Notes

Description:

Habitat:

Boat slip in a marina

Reference Links:

Aurelia (genus)

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (5)
Machi
They might have very well done genetic testing if it is a conservation which would be very cool. Not sure how they can rule out other species in the genus being around there if they are all so widesread though
HemaShah
This part of the beach is a Marine life conservation are and protected. I went to their office and asked them the name of the local species. Maybe i should just leave it as Aurelia sp?
Machi
Hema, how did you determine the species? According to wikipedeia, "All species in the genus are closely related, and it is difficult to identify Aurelia medusae without genetic sampling"
HemaShah
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/2119156002
HemaShah
Yes,Moon jelly.I was'nt so fortunate to see it swimming . i did see a blob on land though.

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Coastal Wildlife of Northeastern U.S.
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Wildlife of Northeastern USA
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BioBlitz, Maine
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PublishedMay 31, 2016

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