Pheronema [Pheronema]

Description

Pheronema is a genus of giant glass sponges in the Euretidae family, characterized by their barrel-like shape and intricate silica spicule skeleton. These sponges are deep-sea dwellers, often found on soft sediments where they can anchor themselves. Pheronema species are important biologically as they offer habitat and feeding grounds for a myriad of deep-sea creatures, thus playing a vital role in their marine ecosystems.

Species

Gray sea sponge [Pheronema grayi]

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