Sericolophus [Sericolophus]

Description

Sericolophus is a genus of glass sponges in the family Farreidae, characterized by their unique structural features and ability to thrive in deep-sea conditions. These sponges have a distinctive skeletal makeup that allows for efficient water filtration, contributing to the clarity and health of their marine environment. They exhibit a variety of forms, often with intricate branching patterns that provide shelter and substrate for other deep-sea species.

Species
Blue Ring Sea Star
Blue Ring Sea Star [Sericolophus stellaris]
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Mosaic Sea Star
Mosaic Sea Star [Sericolophus mosaicus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Sponges
Porifera
Class Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
Order Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
Family Farreidae
Farreidae
Statistics
  • Species 2