The cauliflower jellyfish has lumpy projections on the top of its bell, which are said to resemble the vegetable from which it takes its name. Now, this might not sound particularly pretty, but with its stunning purple-blue coloration and yellow-orange tentacles, this is one beautiful jellyfish.
The cauliflower jellyfish, also known as the crown jellyfish, is found in tropical waters of the western Indo-Pacific, eastern Atlantic, and the Red Sea.
The crown jellyfish feeds on plankton and shrimp and can grow to up to 60 centimeters / 24 inches in diameter. They tend to spend their days in deep water before moving close to the surface to feed at night.
This jellyfish possesses one of the most potent venoms of any species. However, luckily a sting is considered harmless to humans in reality.
Cauliflower jellyfish are considered a delicacy in China and Japan and are also used in traditional medicine.