Raspaciona [Raspaciona]

Description

Raspaciona is a genus within the family Raspailiidae, characterized by its robust and often branching or fan-shaped forms. These sponges possess a distinct skeletal architecture made up of spicules that can vary in shape, providing structural support and protection. Raspaciona species are typically found in a range of marine environments, from shallow to deeper waters, where they play a role in water filtration and serve as a living space for various marine organisms. The diversity of forms within this genus reflects the adaptability of Raspaciona sponges to different environmental conditions.

Species

Emery's raspaciona [Raspaciona emeryi]

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Southern raspaciona [Raspaciona antarctica]