Penares [Penares]
Description
Penares is a genus belonging to the Geodiidae family, recognized for their distinctive architecture and velvet-like texture. These sponges often display a range of morphologies, from massive to branching forms, and inhabit various marine environments. Penares species have a complex skeletal structure, with a notable presence of spicules that vary in shape and size, contributing to their adaptability and resilience in the marine realm.
Species

Penares solitarius [Penares solitarius]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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Order |
Tetractinellida
Tetractinellida
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Family |
Velvet Sponges
Geodiidae
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Statistics
- Species 1