Aplysilla [Aplysilla]

Description

Aplysilla species are known for their bright colors, including vivid reds and yellows, and their distinctive encrusting or slightly raised growth forms. They inhabit a variety of marine environments, from shallow reefs to deeper waters. Aplysilla sponges have a unique texture, often described as rubbery or gelatinous, which is due to their dense spongin fiber skeleton. These sponges are filter feeders, efficiently extracting plankton and organic particles from the water. Aplysilla sponges are of interest for their production of bioactive compounds with potential biomedical applications.

Species

Green Sponge [Aplysilla sulfurea]

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Rose Sponge [Aplysilla rosea]

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Glacier Sponge [Aplysilla glacialis]

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Taxonomy