Do Jellyfish Have Eyes?

Table of Contents (click to expand)Jellyfish: Not Too ComplicatedDo Jellyfish Have Eyes?The Rhopalia Unlike humans, the “eyes” of most jellyfish are not concentrated in a single organ; instead, the ability to see is facilitated by a network of nerves and proteins called opsins. Imagine that you’re wading out into the ocean with a snorkeling mask on your face, the sun beating down on your back. As you slip under the Caribbean waters and open your eyes, eager to catch your first glimpse of tropical fish or colorful coral, you come face to face with a tiny, transparent mass of tentacles … Continue reading Do Jellyfish Have Eyes?