The lion's mane jellyfish is the largest living jellyfish! These jellyfish are huge! Lion's mane jellyfish are also no match against sunscreen. Learn more lion's mane jellyfish facts on this episode of Animal Fact Files!

Scientific Name: Cyanea capillata
Range: Northern Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, North Sea, and Baltic Sea; Potentially New Zealand and Australia
Habitat: Open ocean
Size: About 7 feet (2.13m) wide
Diet: Zooplankton, small fish, and jellyfish
Threats: Fish, jellyfish, marine birds, and sea turtles
Life span: About one year

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