Thorecta [Thorecta]
Description
Thorecta includes sponges that are primarily massive, with a smooth to slightly textured surface. These sponges are found in a range of colors and are characterized by their simple, often elegant forms. Thorecta species are found in tropical and subtropical marine environments, where they play a role in the benthic ecosystem, contributing to the structural complexity and biodiversity of coral reefs.
Species

Thorecta reticulata [Thorecta reticulata]
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Thorecta antillensis [Thorecta antillensis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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Order |
Dictyoceratida
Dictyoceratida
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Family |
Thorectidae
Thorectidae
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Statistics
- Species 2