Ijimaiella [Ijimaiella]

Description

Ijimaiella is a genus within the Euplectellidae family, characterized by its delicate, often tubular or vase-like glass sponges. These organisms possess a finely meshed siliceous skeleton that supports their structure and aids in filtration. They are inhabitants of deep-sea environments, playing a role in the ocean's nutrient cycles.

Species
Ijimaiella vossi
Ijimaiella vossi [Ijimaiella vossi]
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Ijimaiella ornata
Ijimaiella ornata [Ijimaiella ornata]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Sponges
Porifera
Class Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
Order Lyssacinosida
Lyssacinosida
Family Euplectellidae
Euplectellidae
Statistics
  • Species 2