Morbakka [Morbakka]

Description

Morbakka is a genus of box jellyfish, belonging to the family Alatinidae. These jellyfish are known for their sizeable, cube-shaped bell and the four robust tentacles that arise from each corner. Morbakka species are found in coastal regions and are known for producing painful, though typically not fatal, stings. Their venom contains toxins that affect the heart and nervous system. Morbakka jellyfish are critical predators within their habitats, feeding on a variety of small marine organisms.

Species

Fire Jellyfish [Morbakka fenneri]

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Moreton Bay Stinger [Morbakka virulenta]