Docosaccus [Docosaccus]

Description

Docosaccus represents a group of glass sponges in the Rossellidae family, characterized by their sack-like, often elongated body structures. Their silica skeletons provide the necessary support for their forms. These sponges are deep-sea dwellers, where they participate in the marine silicon cycle and offer habitat to various microorganisms.

Species
Squidworm
Squidworm [Docosaccus maculatus]
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Armored Squidworm
Armored Squidworm [Docosaccus armatus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Sponges
Porifera
Class Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
Order Lyssacinosida
Lyssacinosida
Family Rossellidae
Rossellidae
Statistics
  • Species 2