Siphonophore

Is the Portuguese Man-of-War a Siphonophore? The Portuguese man-of-war, with its striking appearance and often painful sting, is a marine organism that has fascinated and frightened beachgoers and scientists alike. Known for its vibrant blue and purple colors and its long, trailing tentacles, the Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia physalis) is often mistaken for a jellyfish. However, … Read more