Entity: TURRITOPSIS-DOHRNII
Turritopsis dohrnii, also known as the immortal jellyfish, is a species of small, biologically immortal jellyfish found worldwide in temperate to tropic waters. It is capable of reverting to a sexually immature stage after reaching maturity.
Turritopsis-Dohrnii
Etymology
Turritopsis dohrnii is the binomial name of the immortal jellyfish.
Definition
Turritopsis dohrnii, also known as the immortal jellyfish, is a species of small, biologically immortal jellyfish found worldwide in temperate to tropic waters. It is one of the few known cases of animals capable of completely reverting to a sexually immature, colonial stage.
Historical Context
Turritopsis dohrnii was first described by scientists in 1883. It is a common hydroid on rocky substrates in the Western Mediterranean and Adriatic.
Cultural Significance
The immortal jellyfish has gained attention for its unique ability to potentially cheat death by reverting to a younger stage.
Related Concepts
Turritopsis is a genus of tiny, translucent jellyfish. The species T. dohrnii is known for its remarkable biological immortality.
See Also
Turritopsis dohrnii refers to the immortal jellyfish, a species of jellyfish that exhibits biological immortality by reverting to a sexually immature stage.