Do jellyfish feel pain?
I was watching a nature documentary about marine life and a thought popped into my head. Do jellyfish feel pain? They don't seem to have a brain, so I'm really curious how their nervous system works in terms of sensation.
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8 months ago
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Nahi yaar, unka dimaag aur nervous system nahi hota humari tarah, haan. Woh bas light aur touch ko react karte hain naturally, so normal pain feel nahi hota unhe na.
7 months ago
While they lack a brain, science shows they have a nerve net. If you got stung by one, don't worry about their pain; focus on yours and get it checked by a medical professional immediately if the skin swells up.
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7 months ago
Every living creation has its own way of experiencing this world, even without a brain. Let us stay positive, respect all nature, and take good care of the environment around us.
5 months ago
They don't possess nociceptors or a brain to process pain signals. But if you get stung by one, wash the area with vinegar and seek medical help if you feel breathless or dizzy.
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5 months ago
Actually, they don't have a central brain, just a basic network of nerves. So they probably don't feel pain the emotional way we do, it's just reflex responses for them.