Coelosphaeridae [Coelosphaeridae]

Description

Coelosphaeridae sponges are known for their encrusting to globular shapes and a skeleton made of microcionine spicules, which are small, sharply pointed structural elements. This family includes species that are often brightly colored and found in a variety of marine environments. They play a role in the marine ecosystem as filter feeders, removing particles from the water.

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