1 hour
Jellyfish are free-swimming animals within the Phylum Cnidaria, meaning stinging cells. They are found all over the world from the surface waters to the deep sea and have been in existence for over 500 million years making them one of the most ancient animal groups. Jellyfish have tentacles that can sting and are often used to hunt and ensnare their prey. This program explores jellyfish diversity which includes marine and freshwater species and those. These courses are for 6th-12th graders.