Jellyfishes, which belong to the Cnidarian group like corals, are among the most ancient and fascinating animals that live in our seas. It’s estimated, in fact, that they have not evolved since their first appearance on Earth, dating back about seven hundred million years ago. Their body is 98% water, they are mostly famous for their tentacles’ stinging ability and, due to global warming, they are multiplying and spreading out of control even in the Mediterranean Sea. Among the most common types we find Pelagia Noctiluca, Carybdea Marsupialis, Rhopilema Nomadica, Cassiopea Andromeda, Drymonema Dalmatium, Aurelia Aurita and Chrysaora Hysoscella.

Jellyfishes’ tentacles contain cnidocytes, small stinging organs that release a venom useful for defending themselves from predators and paralyzing potential preys. Once in contact with a jellyfish we immediately feel pain, the skin turns red, and we feel a strong sense of burning.

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