Nemopsis bachei
Sizing:
One size- 1/2-1" long.
Crosshair hydromedusa are a small jelly found in bays and sounds along the American Atlantic coast during the cooler months. Their bells are round and dome shaped and nearly transparent. When viewed top-down, their digestive tracts an x-shaped cross, hence their name. They reach a maximum size of about 1", making them an ideal candidate for desktop sized jellyfish aquariums. Unlike other species, they will not outgrow a 5 gallon aquarium.
This species is fairly hardy and easy to maintain. They thrive with a "less is more" mentality. They have a slow metabolism and do not pulse as often as other jellyfish species. Because of this, it is best to feed them with live baby brine shrimp every other day, they don't need daily feedings. A gentle, slow flow setting is best, where the jellies will gently rotate around the aquarium.
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Quick Care Stats
| Natural Habitat |
Found in Atlantic bays and sounds in Autumn, Winter and Spring. |
| Care Level |
Beginner, hardy and resilient |
| Salinity |
1.020-1.023 SG
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| Temperature |
60-72 F |
| Recommended Aquarium |
Orbit 20, Neo 4 & 16 , Omni 9 & 15, Medusa Desktop, Exotic Aqua AIO tank
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| Main Diet |
Baby brine shrimp |
| Optional Diet "snacks" |
Live or frozen rotifers |
| Sting |
Minimal to none
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| Life Span |
4-6 months |
| Special Requirements |
N/A |
Compatibility
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Should only be kept with other Crosshair Hydromedusa
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All orders of live jellyfish will be shipped via UPS overnight shipping. Size is approximate. Jellies are measured in diameter from tip to tip.
