Sclerothamnopsis [Sclerothamnopsis]

Description

Sclerothamnopsis is a genus within the Farreidae family that includes glass sponges with a distinctive appearance. Their skeletal structure is more compact and dense compared to other genera, with species often exhibiting branching or mound-like forms. These sponges are adapted to deep-sea environments, where they play a significant role in water filtration and offer habitat to a diverse array of marine organisms, thereby supporting deep-sea biodiversity.

Species

Thick-branched sea fan [Sclerothamnopsis contorta]

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Slender sea fan [Sclerothamnopsis gracillima]