Euchelipluma [Euchelipluma]

Description

Euchelipluma is recognized for its delicate, feather-like structures, which are actually highly adapted branches that serve to entrap prey. Found in deep-sea environments, these sponges lack a traditional filter-feeding system and instead rely on capturing small organisms.

Species

Pacific Fuzzy Chiton [Euchelipluma pacifica]

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Mediterranean Fuzzy Chiton [Euchelipluma mediterranea]