Jellyfish are also master survivors, capable of thriving in some of the most extreme environments on Earth. They are highly adaptable creatures, capable of enduring fluctuations in temperature, salinity, and oxygen levels that would prove fatal to many other marine species. This resilience has enabled jellyfish to flourish in regions ranging from the icy waters of the Arctic to the sun-drenched coral reefs of the tropics.
However, the rise of human activity has posed significant challenges to jellyfish populations worldwide. Pollution, overfishing, and climate change have led to widespread disturbances in marine ecosystems, creating conditions favorable to jellyfish proliferation. In some regions, jellyfish blooms—massive aggregations of jellyfish—have become increasingly common, wreaking havoc on local fisheries, tourism, and ecosystems.
