Moon Jellyfish
Aurelia aurita
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameAurelia aurita
Other namesMoon Jelly, Common Jellyfish, Saucer Jelly
SizeUp to 40 cm (15.74 in)
WeightUnder .05 kg (.11 lb)
FamilyCnidarians / Ulmaridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal & ocean waters, estuaries, harbours & bays towards the top of the water column
Depth Range0 - 90 m (295 ft)
