#apolemia

[lionfloss]

“The underwater adventure led to the discovery of more than 30 new aquatic species, in addition to the longest animal ever recorded. A member of the Apolemia genus, the record-breaking organism reaches an unprecedented 154 feet.” - Schmidt Ocean Institute

[ayankun]

Scientists spot giant ocean creature that looks like silly string hunting in 'galaxy-like spiral'

Researchers estimate the creature, which is related to jellyfish and corals, has an outer ring that is approximately 154 feet long.