Maryland’s Rhode River - November 2022
We had a few very unseasonable 70F degree days in early November. Warm temps, coupled with the seasonal change of color, made for some scenic Maryland paddling.
Maryland’s Rhode River - November 2022
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Core Sound is home to lots of Cannon Ball Jelly Fish
First time spotting this style of jelly fish, in Core Sound NC.
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Cool! That’s actually a ctenophore, not a true jellyfish. They don’t sting. This is Beroe ovata, they are common along the Atlantic coast but tend to show up sporadically. The other common ctenophore is Mnemiopsis leidyi. I think they both look like little spaceships!
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How do they taste?
Saltwater jello. I had a student eat one in a lab once, seriously. They are totally harmless, but I don’t recommend eating them!
A couple of nice paddles this weekend. Friday at the Rainbow River with another Watertriber, and Saturday around Shell Key Preserve and Tierra Verde. Ramping up mileage (and gym workouts) for the Everglades Challenge now - just over 100 days away!
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Probably taste a bit like Moose Nose Jelly, but mote fishy than gamey.
I have a nice recipe for jellyfish, if you want to give it a try. I made for a thanksgiving meal once. Does not really taste fishy but it has a nice crunchy texture.
Yep. You are correct. I have a friend; who is a retired biologist and master diver, tell me basically the same thing. I had no clue.
Yikes.
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Sea turtles find them quite tasty.
She’s still young. All dogs are puppies forever.
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