Barrel jellyfish
Giants of the jellyfish world, these incredible creatures are the UK’s largest jellyfish! They can grow to the size of dustbin lids – giving them their other common name: dustbin-lid jellyfish.…
Giants of the jellyfish world, these incredible creatures are the UK’s largest jellyfish! They can grow to the size of dustbin lids – giving them their other common name: dustbin-lid jellyfish.…
The long mane of tentacles that stream out from the lion's mane jellyfish is stunning… literally! Look but don't touch when it comes to these jellyfish - they give a powerful sting.
Often confused with the larger but similarly shaped lion’s mane jellyfish, the blue jellyfish can be colourless when young and develop a striking blue-purple bell as it matures.
Join our volunteer Marine Champions as they lead our monthly survey days; learn about marine wildlife on the Cumbrian coast, gather data to help protect it, and gain experience in wildlife and…
Join our volunteer Marine Champions as they lead our monthly survey days; learn about marine wildlife on the Cumbrian coast, gather data to help protect it, and gain experience in wildlife and…
Donal Griffin, marine conservation officer for The Wildlife Trusts, shares the experiences that inspired his love for the sea.
The moon jelly is the most common jellyfish in UK seas, often washing up on our beaches. No need to worry though - it doesn't sting humans.
Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre visitor centre
The skeletons of deep-water corals form mounds that can support over 1,000 species of invertebrates and fish.
It's easy to see where the compass jellyfish got its name – its brown markings look just like a compass! They may look beautiful – but they give a nasty sting so keep your distance.