Topic #3: Gross Structure of a Cubozoan

• Rhopalium

  • where sensory organs are located
• Pedalium

  • where tentacles rise
• Tentacle

  • lined by nematocysts to capture prey
• Pedalial Canal

  • velarial canals which are extensions of stomach
• Identify parts:

  A) Rhopalium

  B) Pedalium

  C) Tentacle

  D) pedalial canal

  E) bell