Crambe [Crambe]

Description

Crambe is a genus within the family Crambeidae, characterized by its encrusting habit and skeletal structure composed of spongin fibers. Species of this genus are known for their ability to produce a wide array of chemical compounds, which serve as a defense mechanism against predation. They are predominantly found in shallow waters and exhibit a range of colors, typically from white to yellowish.

Species

Marine Sponge [Crambe crambe]

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Sea Sponge [Crambe tailliezi]

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Atlantic Sponge [Crambe crambeoides]

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Taxonomy