Malacosaccus [Malacosaccus]
Description
Malacosaccus is a genus of deep-sea glass sponges in the family Euplectellidae, known for their bag-like shape and intricate skeletal framework composed of silica. These sponges are filter feeders, relying on the flow of water through their bodies to capture food particles from the surrounding environment.
Species

Slender Sea Pen [Malacosaccus sulcatus]
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Grooved Sea Pen [Malacosaccus ramosus]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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Order |
Lyssacinosida
Lyssacinosida
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Family |
Euplectellidae
Euplectellidae
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Statistics
- Species 2