Cladorhiza [Cladorhiza]
Description
Cladorhiza is notable for its species that anchor themselves in soft sediment using a root-like base, from which they extend upward with one or more branches. These sponges are adapted to a carnivorous lifestyle, capturing small organisms with specialized cells.
Species

Carnivorous Sponge [Cladorhiza concrescens]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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Order |
Tetractinellida
Tetractinellida
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Family |
Carnivorous Sponges
Cladorhizidae
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Statistics
- Species 1