Jellyfish begin life in the polyp stage, as larvae attached to a solid surface on the ocean floor. During this stage, polyps ...

When it comes to reproduction, they’re some of the most versatile creatures on the planet. Jellyfish can produce offspring both sexually and asexually; depending on the species, they may be able ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. I write about the world of biology. Jellyfish are among the ocean’s most incredible inhabitants, boasting a wide array of forms and ..

We have also collected them in Lakes Mohasi and Sake (Ruanda), where the sexual reproduction seems to be more important. These hydropolyps are completely invisible when living and must be treated ...

Jellyfish are known for drifting to and fro at the whim of ocean currents—but not all species are so passive. The millions of golden jellyfish that pack Palau’s Jellyfish Lake spend much of ...

Modern technologies, such as satellite positioning systems and drones to monitor fishing vessels in real time, ensure that ...

The edible mauve stinger, Pelagia noctiluca, is found in all the world's warm and temperate oceans Jellyfish numbers have been increasing rapidly in the Mediterranean and one species that has long ...

Mr Mackie said the so-called "bloom" happened when climactic conditions prompted the jellyfish to reproduce. An onshore wind meant they then ended up on beaches along the coast. Caravan owner ...