Some species of jellyfish thrive during the climate crisis. But like all animals, you will likely treat them with more respect if you know a bit more about them. I am, for instance, fascinated by their long presence on this planet. They were happily drifting around in the oceans about twice as long ago as when the first insects or bony fish appeared. Dating back 600, 700, or even more million years ago, they were around like three times longer than the very first dinosaurs.
Remember getting stung by a jellyfish and it was not a nice feeling. Seems in the Northeast August and September are when we see many of them. They do seem to be increasing and probably the warmer waters due to climate change are responsible. They are a favorite food of sea turtles but if they are increasing I don’t think the sea turtles will make much of a difference. Thanks for an interesting and informative article.💛
Fascinating! A few years ago, when visiting family Scotland, we noticed tons of jellyfish in the North Sea. I don’t remember seeing them as a child, nor did my mother. I’m wondering if global warming had a hand in this. 🙁
I don't like the Sea Wasp maths ... but what a fascinating article! Thank you! I love learning new things and having them nicely delivered in one article like this - it doesn't get better. Also, as always, appreciate you adding your sources. Sometimes I do read something that I want to know more about.
I just remembered seeing a lot of jellyfish when I was in Alaska. Other than that I've not seen too many. Given the fact that so many of them are dangerous, I'm kind of glad we don't have them here.
Also love your suggestion of using jellyfish facts to get people out of the water. Sneaky! Made me smile.
Gracefully drifting through the waters like a delicate wraith, jellyfish are really beautiful. I never knew the dangers they present. So many amazing facts, not the least of which is their ancient history! Older than dinosaurs! Imagine!
You’ve composed another wonderful, deeply researched & beautifully written article that I enjoyed immensely. The photos are fantastic as always.
Thank you for all the time, energy & effort you expend on these excellent writings!
Very fascinating. I've always wondered about jellyfish. Thank you for taking the time to write and share. I'll definitely look into what type of jellyfish are in my area.
Interesting article, & very informative. I live in Florida on the east coast. My only experience with jellyfish has been a Portuguese Man O’ War, which I guess isn’t a jellyfish at all, but still has a nasty sting.
Remember getting stung by a jellyfish and it was not a nice feeling. Seems in the Northeast August and September are when we see many of them. They do seem to be increasing and probably the warmer waters due to climate change are responsible. They are a favorite food of sea turtles but if they are increasing I don’t think the sea turtles will make much of a difference. Thanks for an interesting and informative article.💛
🌻 Good morning,
a fine read thank you Alexander,
living in a lycra wetsuit from now on seems a good idea (-:
Jellyfish I have poked at on the beach but never thought much of them, and hoping now that I will never be Jellified in the future . . .
Wonderful photos, I can't remember that I ever have seen those Jellyfish.
I also enjoyed the PBS podcast 'Jellyfish" by The Sweaty Penguin, website link.
Fascinating! A few years ago, when visiting family Scotland, we noticed tons of jellyfish in the North Sea. I don’t remember seeing them as a child, nor did my mother. I’m wondering if global warming had a hand in this. 🙁
Excellent article.
I don't like the Sea Wasp maths ... but what a fascinating article! Thank you! I love learning new things and having them nicely delivered in one article like this - it doesn't get better. Also, as always, appreciate you adding your sources. Sometimes I do read something that I want to know more about.
I just remembered seeing a lot of jellyfish when I was in Alaska. Other than that I've not seen too many. Given the fact that so many of them are dangerous, I'm kind of glad we don't have them here.
Also love your suggestion of using jellyfish facts to get people out of the water. Sneaky! Made me smile.
A fascinating piece!
Gracefully drifting through the waters like a delicate wraith, jellyfish are really beautiful. I never knew the dangers they present. So many amazing facts, not the least of which is their ancient history! Older than dinosaurs! Imagine!
You’ve composed another wonderful, deeply researched & beautifully written article that I enjoyed immensely. The photos are fantastic as always.
Thank you for all the time, energy & effort you expend on these excellent writings!
A walk for a dive into living mysteries of beauty and danger. Excellent work.
Very fascinating. I've always wondered about jellyfish. Thank you for taking the time to write and share. I'll definitely look into what type of jellyfish are in my area.
Interesting article, & very informative. I live in Florida on the east coast. My only experience with jellyfish has been a Portuguese Man O’ War, which I guess isn’t a jellyfish at all, but still has a nasty sting.