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This is because they have 8 rows of cilia situated around their body. These cilia are stacked up in rows that resemble a comb. Their name literally means "comb bearer"
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What is an example of phylum ctenophora?
An example of phylum Ctenophora is the comb jelly, also known as the sea gooseberry. Ctenophores are gelatinous, transparent marine organisms that possess rainbow-like iridescent bands of cilia that they use for locomotion. They are found in oceans worldwide.
What is the name for the comb jellyfish?
Ctenophores (comb jellies) are a separate phylum from Cnidaria.
What ocean do comb jelly live?
Ctenophores are found in most marine environments: from polar waters to the tropics; near coasts and in mid-ocean; from the surface waters to the ocean depths.
How do ctenophores move?
Ctenophores are characterized by 8 ciliated rows used for locomotion. These cilia are stacked to look like a comb or "ctene". Therefore their name means comb bearer. They beat these ciliated rows in the water to propel themselves. However, they are subject to tides and winds.
Is comb jelly edible?
Yes
Can comb jelly be eaten?
No it is toxic
What do crystal jellies eat?
They eat other jellies such as the comb jelly. They also eat plankton.
Where is the bloodybelly comb jelly located?
It seems that not many people know about the Bloodybelly Comb Jelly, and we are still in the dark ages with the amount of knowledge we about them.
How many babies does a comb jelly have?
They can have 10,000
What is the scientific name of comb jelly?
Ctenophora
How much does a comb jelly weight?
200
What does a bloody belly comb jelly eat?
they eat fish
