Jellyfish: Unraveling Our Complicated Bond with the Ocean’s Misunderstood Creatures

The sound of a notification grabs my attention as the courier delivers an inconspicuous brown package adorned with the words “live animals.” Intrigued, I proceed to delicately unpack its contents. The sturdy cardboard exterior yields to reveal a pristine white polystyrene clamshell housing an extraordinary sight—a spherical bag filled with shimmering water, gently pulsating within. As I peer closer, my eyes fixate on the mesmerizing creatures inside: three cannonball jellyfish, scientifically known as Stomolophus meleagris. These captivating specimens are no larger than a 50-pence coin, yet their presence is undeniably captivating.

Ethan Williams

Ethan Williams