
Cannonball jellyfish
A species of Cabbagehead jellyfish Scientific name : Stomolophus meleagris Genus : Cabbagehead jellyfish
Cannonball jellyfish, A species of Cabbagehead jellyfish
Botanical name: Stomolophus meleagris
Genus: Cabbagehead jellyfish
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Description

Cannonball jellyfish (Stomolophus meleagris) is a jellyfish known for its puffy, round appearance said to resemble to a cannonball. It can be found in the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. While its sting is not very painful, it can lead to cardiac problems in humans. It is harvested for food, mainly in Asian countries.
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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Cnidarians Class
Jelly fish Order
Root-mouth jellies Family
Cannonball jellies Genus
Cabbagehead jellyfish Species
Cannonball jellyfish