scyphomeduse Synonyms
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scyphomeduse Meaning
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scyphomeduse (n. pl.)
Same as Acraspeda, or Discophora.
scyphomeduse Sentence Examples
- The colossal scyphomeduse, the lion's mane jellyfish, is the largest jellyfish species.
- The bell of a scyphomeduse is shaped like an umbrella, with trailing tentacles around the margin.
- Many scyphomeduse have stinging cells on their tentacles, which they use to capture prey.
- The Australian box jellyfish, a deadly scyphomeduse, can deliver an excruciatingly painful sting.
- The moon jellyfish, a common scyphomeduse found in coastal waters, glows with a blue-green light.
- Some scyphomeduse, such as the cannonball jellyfish, are known for their tendency to bloom in large numbers.
- The Portuguese man-of-war, despite its name, is not a true jellyfish but is actually a colony of scyphomeduse.
- The scyphomeduse life cycle involves both a polyp and a medusa stage.
- Scyphomeduse play an important role in marine ecosystems as predators and food sources.
- The study of scyphomeduse, known as scyphology, provides insights into the biology and ecology of these fascinating marine creatures.
FAQs About the word scyphomeduse
Same as Acraspeda, or Discophora.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The colossal scyphomeduse, the lion's mane jellyfish, is the largest jellyfish species.
The bell of a scyphomeduse is shaped like an umbrella, with trailing tentacles around the margin.
Many scyphomeduse have stinging cells on their tentacles, which they use to capture prey.
The Australian box jellyfish, a deadly scyphomeduse, can deliver an excruciatingly painful sting.
