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Get ready to celebrate Jellyfish Day on Nov. 3! This special day is dedicated to the amazing and mysterious creature of the sea - the jellyfish. For centuries, people have been fascinated by these creatures; they are graceful, colorful, and mesmerizing. Jellyfish come in many shapes and sizes, from tiny to gigantic, with beautiful colors that range from transparent to deep purple and blue. Not only are they a sight to behold but they also serve an important role in our ocean's delicate ecosystem. So join us in celebrating National Jellyfish Day and learn something new about this fascinating aquatic animal!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>500 million BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jellyfish Appear on Earth</div><div class='timeline-text'>Appearing before dinosaurs and even trees, jellyfish are among the oldest creatures on Earth.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Scientific Study of Jellyfish Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 19th century, marine biologists began researching jellyfish, discovering their unique reproductive and survival methods.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1961</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Public Aquarium Exhibit</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Monterey Bay Aquarium became the first to successfully keep and display jellyfish in captivity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Major Climate Study Published</div><div class='timeline-text'>Research published by the National Science Foundation pointed to an increase in jellyfish populations as a potential indicator of climate change.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>New Species Discovered</div><div class='timeline-text'>A new species of giant jellyfish, the 'lion's mane', was discovered off the coast of Australia, demonstrating there's still much to learn about these creatures.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jellyfish Day Celebrated</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jellyfish Day is celebrated on November 3rd, encouraging people to learn about and appreciate these fascinating creatures.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to an Aquarium</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local aquarium and marvel at the jellyfish on display. Most aquariums feature jellyfish tanks, so go take a look and learn about these amazing creatures.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a jellyfish documentary</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>There have been many documentaries made on the fascinating life of jellyfish. Watch one and learn more about these unique creatures.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a beach</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a beach that is known for its population of jellyfish and observe them in their natural habitat. Make sure to bring a pair of binoculars so you can get a closer look.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try some jellyfish dishes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Jellyfish dishes are quite popular in many cultures. Try some of the most popular recipes such as jellyfish salad, jellyfish stir fry, or even jellyfish soup.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a craft project related to jellyfish. You can make a model jellyfish out of paper or clay, or create a painting or drawing of a jellyfish.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Jellyfish are beautiful</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Jellyfish are delicate and elegant creatures with their graceful movements and mesmerizing translucence. Watching them swim is like being taken away to an otherworldly place - truly an amazing sight to behold!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Jellyfish have unique abilities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Did you know that jellyfish can actually change their color if they're stressed or scared? They also have specialized muscles which allow them to move quickly and rapidly contract to propel themselves forward in the water. These resilient animals are incredible survivors, having been around for millions of years!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Jellyfish help protect our environment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The presence of jellyfish helps maintain healthy marine ecosystems by preventing algal blooms, competing with fish species for food sources and providing a source of food for some larger carnivores. Without jellyfish, many marine habitats would be at risk of degradation due to overabundance of certain fish species.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jellyfish have no brain but an intricate nervous system</h3><p class='facts-text'>Although jellyfish do not have a brain or complex sensory organs, they possess a nerve net which allows them to sense changes in the environment and coordinate their swimming movements.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Some jellyfish are immortal</h3><p class='facts-text'>A certain species of jellyfish called Turritopsis dohrnii has earned the nickname "the immortal jellyfish" because of its ability to revert its cells back to their earliest form and grow anew when injured or old.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not all jellyfish stings are harmful</h3><p class='facts-text'>Despite their infamous reputation for stinging, not all jellyfish stings are harmful to humans. Some are too weak to penetrate human skin, although a few are dangerous and can cause severe reactions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jellyfish do not deliberate swim, they drift</h3><p class='facts-text'>Jellyfish don’t actively pursue a destination; they ride the currents of the ocean, pulsating as they drift, using a form of jet propulsion to nudge their way or to escape threats.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Some jellyfish are bioluminescent</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many species of jellyfish are bioluminescent, which means they can produce and emit light. This adds to their otherworldly beauty and is also used as a defense mechanism to scare off predators.</p></div></div>
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