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According to a recent study, Comb jellies possess the remarkable ability to reverse ageing and transform into younger forms.

About Comb Jellies

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  • Comb jellies are transparent, gelatinous marine invertebrates drifting in oceans worldwide.
  • They are among the oldest multicellular organisms, existing for over 500 million years.
  • Unique Locomotion: Comb jellies are named for their eight rows of comb-like plates made from fused cilia (tiny hair-like structures), which propel them through water. They are the largest animals known to move using cilia.
  • Feeding Mechanism: They have two long, branching tentacles that resemble a net of sticky filaments, trapping prey and drawing it towards their bodies.
  • Bioluminescence: Many comb jellies are bioluminescent, capable of emitting a soft blue or green glow when touched.

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