- 1). Walk out on a boating dock that stretches into deeper water. Most jellyfish don't come close to land unless they are carried in on the tide. They also don't always sit on top of the water, especially in shallow areas, so you might need to be able to look down a ways to be able to see them.
- 2). Take a boat out a mile or more to an area with clear water. The farther out you go, the better your chances of seeing jellyfish. In deeper areas, some species are more likely to bob along the surface and there are more types of jellyfish that live in deeper waters. The water will also probably be clearer and calmer. Try to go on a day when the water is mostly still and skies are clear.
- 3). Look at for jellyfish at night. If you are looking in deeper waters, stop the boat and wait for the water to settle. Shine a flashlight into the water. The light will reflect off the jellyfish, making them easy to see. The light will also allow you to see deeper into the water than you might be able to during the day, especially if it is an especially bright flashlight.
- 4). Go diving into deeper areas in the ocean. Many jellyfish prefer deeper waters and stay down past where most humans could see them, unless the water is very clear. By being able to get into the water with them, you have a better chance of being able to see them, especially if you are using a diving light.
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