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Scientists in Japan have discovered a new species of jellyfish, named the St. George’s cross medusa jellyfish (Santjordia pagesi). This large cnidarian is unique with its vivid red cross-shaped stomach and approximately 240 tentacles. Having a circular body shape and measuring 4 inches wide by 3 inches tall, this new species is distinct from other known jellyfish. The discovery occurred in a volcanic crater near Sumisu Caldera, close to the Ogasawara Islands. The first specimen was [...]