Box jellyfish use terrestrial visual cues for navigation.

Anders Garm, Magnus Oskarsson, Dan-Eric Nilsson

May 2011

Synopsis of Social media discussions

Discussions highlight interesting aspects like the observation that jellyfish use terrestrial visual cues, exemplified by remarks such as 'Eyes on the mantle fringe. Definitely a jellyfish,' indicating curiosity with simple descriptive language. The shared link to the research suggests moderate engagement with the topic's significance, using tone that combines casual interest and recognition of scientific novelty.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the novelty of jellyfish using terrestrial cues, suggesting general support for the research.

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Interest
 Moderate level of interest

Participants show moderate interest, focusing on the biological curiosity of such navigation methods rather than deep implications.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

Comments are fairly brief, with some mention of specific observations like the eye description, indicating a casual level of engagement.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

The discussions imply the findings could influence understanding of marine navigation, but this is not strongly emphasized.

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  • Philipp Boersch-Supan
    @pboesu (Twitter)

    @sjGoring @tpoi @polesasunder Eyes on the mantle fringe. Definitely a jellyfish. https://t.co/979HyOpVbV
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    January 17, 2019

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  • International Society for Neuroethology
    @neuroethology.org (Bluesky)

    Curr Biol: Box Jellyfish Use Terrestrial Visual Cues for Navigation http://bit.ly/mdUsi6
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    April 29, 2011

Abstract Synopsis

  • Box jellyfish have a complex set of 24 eyes, including types similar to those of vertebrates and cephalopods, but they were previously known only for basic responses like moving toward light or avoiding objects.
  • New research shows that the jellyfish Tripedalia cystophora can navigate using terrestrial visual cues by looking up through the water surface to detect mangrove canopies.
  • This specialized eye helps the jellyfish find its preferred habitat near mangrove lagoons, demonstrating a form of visually guided navigation that relies on terrestrial structures seen through the water.