Fire Jellyfish [Morbakka fenneri]

Fire Jellyfish
Description

Morbakka fenneri, commonly known as the fire jellyfish, is a species of large cubozoan jellyfish. It is characterized by its box-shaped bell and long, slender tentacles. This species is known for its potent sting, which can cause Irukandji syndrome, a condition characterized by severe pain, nausea, and other symptoms. Fire jellyfish are found in the waters of the Pacific, particularly around Australia.

Taxonomy
Phylum Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
Class Box Jellyfish and Sea Wasps
Cubozoa
Order Box jellyfishes
Carybdeida
Family Alatinidae
Alatinidae
Genus Morbakka
Morbakka
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