Irukandji jellyfish
Invertebrate
- Scientific name
- Carukia barnesi
- Size
- 1–3 cm0.4–1.2 in
- Depth range
- 0–20 m0–66 ft
Diver notes
A centimetre across and almost invisible. The sting barely registers; the syndrome arrives half an hour later and needs a hospital, so tell the boat immediately.
Where to see this
- SS YongalaGreat Barrier Reef · AustraliaNov Dec Jan Feb MarSeasonal
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