Gallery Oldham is featuring a 'magical' underwater kingdom with jellyfish and coral this summer. 

Jellyfish have drifted along on ocean currents for millions of years, even before dinosaurs roamed the earth.

Pulsing along the world's oceans, they can be found in the deepest darkest depths and along shallow tropical coastlines.

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Unlike many marine species, jellyfish can thrive in warmer water with less oxygen.

As ocean temperatures rise, jellyfish may experience an extended breeding season as warmer waters allow jellyfish to grow and reproduce more quickly.

This means there may be a shift in the distribution of jellyfish species.

Species typically found in tropical or subtropical regions may move into new areas.

Gallery Oldham is now highlighting magnificent sea creatures, allowing visitors to relax among the tentacles and coral, learn facts about the oceans in its reading area and even take a photograph of yourself as a jellyfish.

The amazing creatures, which have been created by Designs in Air, don't mind being touched though the Gallery is urging visitors to be gentle with them.

The exhibition formally opened on Saturday (May 25) and on Wednesday, August 21, the Gallery is inviting residents to come to make an underwater-themed balloon model inspired by the exhibition.

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