It is typically known in English as the mauve stinger, [3] [4] but other common names are purple-striped jelly (causing potential confusion with Chrysaora colorata), [5] purple stinger, purple …

The mauve stinger is a small jellyfish, but it certainly packs a powerful punch, with long tentacles and warty structures on its ‘bell’ full of stinging cells. Small crustaceans known as amphipods …

2024年11月6日 · A recent surge in mauve stinger jellyfish sightings in Europe and the US has sparked concern among swimmers and beachgoers. Discover the science behind their sting, …

2023年2月2日 · Though pretty to look at, these pinkish-purple polka-dotted jellies unfortunately pack a pretty powerful (though rarely dangerous) sting. Keep reading to find out everything …

2008年9月4日 · The mauve stinger Pelagia noctiluca (Cnidaria: Scyphozoa) is a small pelagic jellyfish generally pink-, mauve- or light brown-coloured, with a phosphorescent bell measuring …

2019年2月1日 · Pelagia noctiluca can deliver a fairly painful sting, the effects of which vary from individual to individual. Usually localized swelling , pain, itching and redness are experienced …

2008年8月4日 · The significant sting given by P. noctiluca prevents their utilization as a human (or animal) food source. However, there is some scope in exploring their use within cosmetic …

2024年2月7日 · Among this diverse cast, the mauve stinger (Pelagia noctiluca) presents itself as a charismatic enigma of the sea. Often overlooked because of its petite dimensions—the bell …

Stinging structures of Cnidaria (nematocysts) produce remarkable effects on human skin, such as erythema, swelling, burning and vesicles, and at times further severe dermonecrotic, cardio- …

Pelagia noctiluca may grow to 10 cm in diameter. The medusa colour varies from pale red to mauve-brown or purple and the exumbrella surface is covered in pink or mauve nematocyst …