Caulophacus [Caulophacus]

Description

Caulophacus belongs to the Hexactinellid family, recognized by their distinctive lophophytose structure, resembling a cauliflower in appearance. These sponges possess a robust, glass-like skeleton made predominantly of silica. Caulophacus species are adapted to deep-sea habitats, where they contribute to the complexity of the marine ecosystem by offering shelter and breeding grounds for various marine species, while also playing a significant role in the silica biogeochemical cycle.

Species

Giant deep-sea sponge [Caulophacus monstruosus]

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