"Discovery of Venomous Cross-Shaped Jellyfish in Remote Japanese Waters"

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"Discovery of Venomous Cross-Shaped Jellyfish in Remote Japanese Waters"
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Scientists have discovered a new species of jellyfish, named "Santjordia pagesi," with a bright red "X" on its stomach in a deep-sea volcanic structure south of Tokyo, Japan. The creature, which has 240 tentacles, was first spotted in 2002 and is relatively small compared to other deep-sea medusae. The unique red cross is believed to be related to capturing food. Despite the rarity of the discovery, the species was named and described based on the capture of just one specimen due to the inhospitable environment, and researchers hope to conduct further research in the area, which has potential for commercial development.

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