Tuft Sponges [Stylocalyx]

Description

Stylocalyx, known as tuft sponges, falls under the Hyalonematidae family and features species with tuft-like structures composed of silica spicules. These sponges are primarily found in deep-sea settings, where they anchor themselves to the seabed with their spicule roots, extending their bodies into the water column. Tuft sponges are efficient filter feeders, capturing nutrients from the passing water. Their unique structural design not only aids in feeding but also provides a habitat for a variety of marine organisms, contributing to the ecological diversity of their environment.

Species

Red Tuft Sponge [Hymedesmia rubra]

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Yellow Tuft Sponge [Hymedesmia flavia]

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Blue Tuft Sponge [Hymedesmia caerulea]

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Green Tuft Sponge [Hymedesmia viridis]

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Taxonomy