Dictyaulus [Dictyaulus]

Description

Dictyaulus encompasses a group of deep-sea glass sponges within the Euplectellidae family, distinguished by their elongated, tubular shapes. These sponges build their skeletons from silica, creating a mesh-like structure around their bodies. The genus is less studied compared to others in the family, but these sponges play a role in deep-sea environments by providing habitat and contributing to the silica cycle.

Species

Mediterranean Dictyaulus [Dictyaulus romani]

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Black Sea Dictyaulus [Dictyaulus tragossicus]