Sycon [Sycon]

Description

Sycon is a genus of calcareous sponges found in marine environments around the world. These sponges are characterized by their tubular shape and the presence of spicules made of calcium carbonate, giving them a rigid structure. Sycon sponges are filter feeders, using their choanocytes to capture food particles from the water. They are found in a variety of marine habitats, from shallow waters to deeper regions, often attached to rocks or other hard substrates.

Species

White Pore Sycon [Sycon coactum]

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