Comb Jelly Bioluminescence

Taken on a boat trip off Skye, back in July (for Pog's pix special birthday). These swim using cilia. Fascinating creatures. I loved the way they came up to the surface, stretched and shimmered, then disappeared back below. Larger than I imagined, about 20cm/8" was the longest stretch we saw, but they change shape constantly. I just love these lesser seen creatures full stop!

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Uploaded on January 12, 2014
Taken on January 12, 2014