Trachytedania [Trachytedania]

Description

Trachytedania represents a genus within the Tedaniidae family that is recognized for its sponges with a somewhat roughened texture and a composition that includes both fibrous and spiculate elements. These sponges often form encrustations on rocks and other hard substrates in marine environments. The genus is notable for its species' ability to filter vast quantities of seawater, thereby contributing to water clarity and health of marine ecosystems. Their structural complexity provides shelter and breeding grounds for various marine species, highlighting their ecological importance.

Species

Blue Sea Star [Trachytedania europa]

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Red Sea Star [Trachytedania venus]

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Yellow Sea Star [Trachytedania jupiter]

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Taxonomy