Blue Blubber Jellyfish

(Catostylus mosaicus)

Find Me In
Kaleidoscope Cove
IUCN Conservation Status
Not Evaluated (NE)

Habitat/Range

Indo-West Pacific

Size

Up to 1 ft

Diet

Zooplankton, small crustaceans, and marine snow

The Blubber Jelly's color depends on the type of algae that is present and can range from light blue to dark purple and burgundy. Unlike most jellyfish, Blubber Jellyfish lack tentacles and only have 8 arms that filter and funnel zooplankton into the jellyfish's stomach.

Things To Know


Types
Invertebrates



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