What is another word for Phylum Coelenterata?
Pronunciation: [fˈa͡ɪləm sˌiːlɪntəɹˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Phylum Coelenterata, also known as Cnidaria, is a group of aquatic animals that includes jellyfish, sea anemones, and corals. These fascinating creatures all share certain characteristics, such as radial symmetry, a single body opening, and specialized tentacles with stinging cells called cnidocytes. There are a few synonyms that are used to refer to this phylum, including the outdated terms Radiata and Coelentera. Some scientists also use the term Cnidaria to describe this group of animals. Regardless of the name used, Phylum Coelenterata represents an important branch of the animal kingdom that is both beautiful and diverse.
