Aurelia labiata - Moon Jellyfish 

Tahlequah Ferry Dock on Vashon Island - August 19, 2017
Moon Jellyfish are typically between 4” and 8” in diameter.
This species is characterized by the semi-transparant bell
and four circular internal organs most easily seen from the top.
Generally seen in the top layer of water.  This Jelly is found throughout
the northern Pacific Ocean.  The Phacellophora camtschatica shown in 
this gallery feeds on this species.








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