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2023.12.27 15:21 GMT+8

Shiny trap set by comb jelly in darkness

Updated 2023.12.27 15:21 GMT+8
Xu Wen

A comb jelly floats in the darkness with mutating colors flowing through its transparent body. The ciliary structure forms an iridescent comb plate, hence its name. Fish and shrimps are attracted by this light show. They are the jelly's potential prey. Who will be caught by such a shiny trap? Check the video to find out.

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Underwater Series Ep. 1: The jelly that dances in darkness

(Cover image a video screenshot; video by the CGTN Nature film crew.)

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