Characella [Characella]

Description

Characella is a genus of marine sponges within the family Pachastrellidae. They are characterized by their globular or cushion-like shape, often with a rough surface texture. The spicules of Characella sponges are typically stout and spined, aiding in the identification of the genus. These sponges are distributed in various marine environments, from shallow waters to deeper sea floors.

Species

Pitted Sponge [Characella pachastrelloides]

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Characella compressa [Characella compressa]

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Characella lendenfeldi [Characella lendenfeldi]

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Characella robusta [Characella robusta]

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Taxonomy