Brownbanded Moon Jelly

This cold-water species of jelly is most commonly found in the Northern Pacific and Arctic Oceans but can sometimes be found in nearby temperate seas. They inhabit coastal and open ocean waters. The brownbanded moon jelly tends to be translucent to off-white in color with a brown edge around its bell, which differentiates it from other species of moon jellies. It can grow up to twelve inches in diameter and since they are not known for their length, it is not commonly reported on. Their food sources include larval crustaceans called decapods. At the Aquarium, they have a varied diet, including krill, artemia, and more.