Cymbastela [Cymbastela]

Description

Cymbastela is a genus of marine sponges in the family Axinellidae. These sponges are known for their distinctive branching structures, which often form complex and beautiful patterns. The members of this genus typically inhabit coral reefs and rocky substrates in tropical and subtropical oceans. They play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem by filtering water and serving as a habitat for a multitude of microorganisms and invertebrates.

Species

Cymbastela coralliophila [Cymbastela coralliophila]

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Cymbastela marshae [Cymbastela marshae]

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Cymbastela hooperi [Cymbastela hooperi]

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Taxonomy