13/05/2023
Chrysaora hysoscella, the compass jellyfish, is a common species that inhabits coastal waters in temperate regions of the northeastern Atlantic Ocean, including the North Sea and Mediterranean Sea.
Thriving jellyfish populations have been found to take over as top predators in areas that fin fish have been over-exploited. Increased abundance of jellyfish negatively impacts fish populations in the same region because jellyfish feed on fish eggs and larvae. Jellyfish and larval fish can also share common dietary preferences. Competition for food resources can result in depleted fish populations. [source : Wikipedia]