Darwin's Sponges [Darwinellidae]

Description

Darwinellidae, also known as Darwin's Sponges, comprises a group of marine sponges that exhibit a wide variety of shapes, including encrusting forms and more elaborate, branching structures. These sponges are notable for their chemical complexity, producing a range of bioactive compounds that have attracted interest for their potential pharmaceutical applications. They inhabit diverse marine environments and play a role in the benthic ecosystem by contributing to the recycling of nutrients.

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