The Stinging Truth Behind Blooms of Sea Jellies
Despite numerous examples of massive and unprecedented blooms of sea jellies in coastal waters around the world, these much-maligned animals remain enigmatic to marine science. Are these blooms simply natural variations? Or are they a sign of something sinister in our seas? We will take a close look at sea jellies, their populations and the possible influence that human activity might have on sea jellies in coastal marine ecosystems.
Sponsors: The Westin, Long Beach and Gazette Newspapers, Grunion Gazette & Downtown Gazette
Cost: $8 for the public and $4 for general members. FREE for students with valid student ID with advance reservations.
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
December 2009 
