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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shaheena Uddin

Giant frilly-mouthed jellyfish on the rise along British coastlines

Giant barrel jellyfish, identifiable by their huge size and frilly textures, have been increasingly sighted on British shores this year.

The species of jellyfish has seen a 230 per cent increase in sightings compared to last year, according to the Marine Conservation Society’s annual wildlife sightings report.

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