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A jellyfish swims by contracting and relaxing its bell-shaped body, pushing water out to propel itself forward. This movement is called pulsing, and allows the jellyfish to move through the water.

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How do jellyfish swim in the ocean?

Jellyfish swim by contracting and relaxing their bell-shaped bodies, pushing water behind them to propel themselves forward. This movement is called pulsing, and allows jellyfish to move through the ocean.


Does a jellyfish swim in cold water?

yes


How long can a jellyfish be on land?

definitly not because it is a "water creature"


Can jelly swim through the water?

No jellyfish flow with the current because they have nothing to propell them through the water. This is why sometimes bluebottles are washed upon the shore. Because the current has come in and they cannot swim away and therefore become beached.


What is a jellyfish method of movement?

Jellyfish have been proven to be the most energy efficient swimmers of all animals. They move through the water by radially expanding and contracting their bell-shaped bodies to push water behind them.


Why is it dangerous to swim in water with jellyfish in it?

simple.... because the jelly fish will sting you


Why is it not necessary for a jellyfish to have a stong skeleton?

Jellyfish bodies are supported by the water they live in. Furthermore, if jellyfish had a strong skeleton, then they would need more energy to swim.


How many wing s does a jellyfish have?

Jellyfish do not have wings they have tentacles to help them swim under water!EXTRA INFORMATION:if you have ever seen a jellyfish swim, you would have noticed that all of their tentacles move swiftly at the very same time.


How does a jellyfish move from place to place?

Jelly fish have a BELL which they contract and expand - like an umbrella opening and closing. This propels them through the water.


What can jellyfish do?

swim


How far do jellyfish swim?

they swim as long as they can


Where do jellyish swim?

jellyfish swim in the sea