Scyphozoa (Noun)
Meaning
Coelenterates in which the polyp stage is absent or at least inconspicuous: jellyfishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The class Scyphozoa includes all jellyfish, characterized by their umbrella-shaped bodies and tentacles hanging from their bells.
- Scyphozoa are primarily marine animals, and they have a typical life cycle that involves a medusa stage and a larval stage.
- One characteristic of the Scyphozoa is that they have a relatively simple anatomy and body structure, compared to other coelenterates.
- Some species of Scyphozoa are known for their bioluminescent properties, emitting light in response to certain stimuli.
- Researchers have identified several thousand species of Scyphozoa worldwide, with diverse habitats ranging from shallow tide pools to deep-sea environments.