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"Chrysaora chesapeakei is a sea nettle from the family Pelagiidae. In 2017, it was proven that it is clearly distinct from Chrysaora quinquecirrha. Since then, it has also been commonly known as the bay nettle. It is mainly found in the Chesapeake Bay and along the East Coast of the United States. 1
( from en.wikipedia.org)
We received the following information from Hannes Kirchhauser of the Natural History Museum:
It comes from the North American East Coast (Chesapeake Bay) and requires a low salinity of approximately 28 for keeping. Temperature between 22 and 24°C.
The special thing about this compass jellyfish is that it does not need to be fed with other jellyfish, but can be fed exclusively with Artemia.
General information:
Chrysaora chesapeakei is a stinging jellyfish that swimmers, snorkelers, and divers should avoid in its free-swimming medusa form, as the stings from its stinging cells are rated as "moderate" to "severe" by those affected.
However, the jellyfish's venom is not strong enough to kill healthy people, but it can cause severe allergic skin reactions that may require a visit to the doctor. As an immediate measure, vinegar should be poured over the affected skin areas, as the vinegar prevents further stinging cells from firing.
For unsuspecting prey such as small fish, other jellyfish, and other zooplankton, the venom is deadly; after their death, the victims are transported to the mouth below the bell with the help of the tentacles. In addition to catching prey, the jellyfish's stinging cells have another function: they can stun and deter potential predators.
Not suitable for home aquariums!"
Synonyms:
Dactylometra quinquecirrha Agassiz, 1862
Pelagia quinquecirrha Desor, 1848
( from en.wikipedia.org)
We received the following information from Hannes Kirchhauser of the Natural History Museum:
It comes from the North American East Coast (Chesapeake Bay) and requires a low salinity of approximately 28 for keeping. Temperature between 22 and 24°C.
The special thing about this compass jellyfish is that it does not need to be fed with other jellyfish, but can be fed exclusively with Artemia.
General information:
Chrysaora chesapeakei is a stinging jellyfish that swimmers, snorkelers, and divers should avoid in its free-swimming medusa form, as the stings from its stinging cells are rated as "moderate" to "severe" by those affected.
However, the jellyfish's venom is not strong enough to kill healthy people, but it can cause severe allergic skin reactions that may require a visit to the doctor. As an immediate measure, vinegar should be poured over the affected skin areas, as the vinegar prevents further stinging cells from firing.
For unsuspecting prey such as small fish, other jellyfish, and other zooplankton, the venom is deadly; after their death, the victims are transported to the mouth below the bell with the help of the tentacles. In addition to catching prey, the jellyfish's stinging cells have another function: they can stun and deter potential predators.
Not suitable for home aquariums!"
Synonyms:
Dactylometra quinquecirrha Agassiz, 1862
Pelagia quinquecirrha Desor, 1848
