HERE’S training with a difference...

Three jellyfish midwives from Sea Life Brighton have graduated after three months of aquarist training.

They are now ready to help the world’s oldest operating aquarium breed jellyfish.

Marisa Cardoso, Emily Allen and Deanna Westfold have been specially trained by expert and senior Sea Life aquarist Joe Williams in all things jelly related.

This includes general husbandry, water changes, cleaning and quality checks as well as health checks, feeds, breeding and caring for baby jellyfish.

Due to the recent heatwave, it’s likely that moon jellyfish will be spotted at Brighton Marina, or under the pier as they try to shade from the sun.

The hot weather also causes a spike in the amounts of zooplankton and phytoplankton in the sea, which the jellyfish eat, keeping the local jellies well fed.

Emily said “We have absolutely loved our training and looking after these fascinating creatures.

“Joe has prepared us with a crash course in jellyfish midwifery and I’m looking forward to seeing the breeding programme progress.”