Ute [Ute]

Description

Ute represents a genus within the family Grantiidae, known for its small, often inconspicuous calcareous sponges. These sponges have a simple, compact body plan with a surface punctuated by pores through which water is drawn in and expelled after filtration. The structure of Ute sponges is reinforced by a skeleton of calcareous spicules, which can vary in shape and size among species. They are primarily found in marine environments, attached to substrates like rocks or coral, where they contribute to nutrient cycling through their filter-feeding activities.

Species

Blue Ringed Octopus [Hapalochlaena lunulata]

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Giant Pacific Octopus [Enteroctopus dofleini]

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Common Cuttlefish [Sepia officinalis]

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Dumbo Octopus [Grimpoteuthis bathynectes]

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Taxonomy