World Jellyfish Day
World Jellyfish Day, November 3rd, commemorates this invertebrate that has been on Earth for millions of years. The day also encourages us to learn more about these fascinating aquatic animals.
Despite its name, the jellyfish isn't really a fish. This is because a fish's anatomy revolves around its spine. On the other hand, a jellyfish, on the other hand, doesn't even have a spine. In fact, jellyfish don't have gills, a brain, heart, bones, or blood. Rather, a jellyfish is made up of 95% water. They also have skin, which helps them absorb oxygen. The jellyfish's body is called a bell by the jellyfish's body. Around this time, a jellyfish swims by contracting and loosening the muscles. Their tentacles are covered in stingers, which shield them from prey.
Jellyfish facts
- After being dead, some jellyfish can still sting
- Jellyfish are older than dinosaurs and have been around for more than 500 million years
- In 1991, nearly 2,500 jellyfish polyps made their way to space aboard Space Shuttle Columbia
- Some jellyfish tentacles are 10 feet long and contain 5,000 stinging cells
- In all five oceans, Jellyfish are found
- There are over 200 species of jellyfish, some of which are edible, and some of them are edible
- A collection of jellyfish is known as a bloom, swarm, or smack
- Jellyfish eat crabs, fish, and tiny plants, and digest their food quickly
Some jellyfish are pink, yellow, blue, blue, purple, and other vibrant shades. Jellyfish are usually luminescent, making them especially stunning. If you find one, don't be too taken by its beauty. If you do, you could be in danger of being stung if you do. Some jellyfish stings are painful, but others can be lethal. This is especially true of box jellyfish. This species of jellyfish is most commonly found in Australia, the Philippines, and the central Pacific Ocean. If you do happen to be stung by a jellyfish, rinse the affected area with vinegar. With tweezers, you can also try to pluck the tentacles from the skin.
How to celebrate #worldjellyfishday
Special jellyfish exhibits are on display at aquariums around the world on this day. This unique invertebrate is also a day for marine biologists and aquarists to inform the general public about this rare invertebrate. To participate: To participate: To participate: To participate: You must register:
- Besides jellyfish, there are other species of invertebrates that are invertebrates
- At your local zoo or aquarium, check out the jellyfish exhibit
- Read a book that features jellyfish to your children, such as Peanut Butter and Jellyfish, Spencer and Vincent, The Jellyfish Brothers, or I Am Not a Fish
- Vicious Beauties: The Secret Life of the Jellyfish Watch the film
With #WorldJellyfishDay, find a photo or video of jellyfish and post it on social media with #WorldJellyfishDay.
History of the world jellyfish day has a rich tradition
Since 2014, World Jellyfish Day has been held on November 3rd.
