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Widely distributed throughout the world, in both tropical and temperate waters, this multicoloured jellyfish usually measures approximately 12cm across the bell. Contact with the tentacles or bell causes local pain. No deaths or serious illnesses have been recorded.

Pelagia noctiluca

 

 

 

 

Last updated: July 2005