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Family Porpitidae

WARM SEAS WORLDWIDE

Velella velella

Monterey Bay, California

BY-THE-WIND SAILOR

Occasionally seen along windward shores during strong winds.  Short tentacles are sticky and extend below the buoyant disc.  Delivers a mild sting.  Attains length of 4 inches, usually less than half in Hawaii.  Worldwide in warm and temperate seas.