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American Focus > Blog > Tech and Science > Scientists Found a Mysterious Barrier in The Ocean That Jellyfish Won’t Cross : ScienceAlert
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Scientists Found a Mysterious Barrier in The Ocean That Jellyfish Won’t Cross : ScienceAlert

Last updated: August 2, 2025 12:50 pm
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Invisible Barrier in the Arctic Ocean Divides Jellyfish Populations

Exploring the depths of the Arctic Ocean reveals a mysterious divide among jellyfish populations residing more than 1,000 meters below the surface. In the midnight zone, a subspecies of jellyfish known as Botrynema brucei ellinorae exhibit two distinct morphotypes – one with a knobbed hood and the other smooth and unknobbed.

Recent research led by marine biologist Javier Montenegro from the University of Western Australia has uncovered a peculiar distribution pattern of these jellyfish morphotypes. While both types are found in the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions, specimens without a knob have never been observed south of the North Atlantic Drift region.

Genetic analysis of these jellyfish revealed that both morphotypes belong to the same genetic lineage. However, the knobbed jellyfish are globally distributed, whereas the knob-less jellyfish are restricted to waters north of 47 degrees latitude, indicating the presence of a semi-permeable faunal boundary in the North Atlantic Drift region.

Exploring Faunal Boundaries

Similar to terrestrial faunal boundaries like the Wallace Line in Indonesia, the ocean also harbors invisible barriers that dictate the distribution of marine species. These boundaries can be influenced by environmental differences, historical factors, and ocean currents, creating distinct faunal compositions on either side.

Due to the hostile nature of the deep ocean, exploring and identifying such faunal boundaries is a challenging task. Montenegro and his team utilized research vessels, nets, and remotely-operated vehicles to collect jellyfish specimens for their study, shedding light on the existence of this enigmatic barrier.

Implications for Deep-Sea Biodiversity

The discovery of a deep-sea bio-geographic barrier in the Atlantic Ocean highlights the complexity of marine ecosystems and the need for further research on gelatinous marine animals. Understanding the mechanisms behind the distribution patterns of these jellyfish can provide valuable insights into the biodiversity of the deep ocean.

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As we continue to unravel the mysteries of the deep sea, it becomes evident that there are still many secrets waiting to be uncovered beneath the waves. Montenegro emphasizes the importance of studying deep-sea biodiversity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the life forms that inhabit our oceans.

This groundbreaking research, published in Deep Sea Research Part I: Oceanographic Research Papers, underscores the hidden complexities of the ocean and the intricate relationships that shape marine life.

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