Verongula [Verongula]

Description

Verongula is a genus within the family Aplysinellidae, characterized by its massive, often fan-shaped or branching structures. These sponges are found in a variety of marine environments, from shallow reefs to deeper waters. They have a rough, textured surface and are commonly colored in hues of yellow, brown, or green. Verongula sponges are important components of their ecosystems, offering shelter and food for a diverse range of marine life.

Species
Giant Black Sea Rod
Giant Black Sea Rod [Verongula gigantea]
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Rigid Sponge
Rigid Sponge [Verongula rigida]
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Pencil Sponge
Pencil Sponge [Verongula reiswigi]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Sponges
Porifera
Class Demospongiae
Demospongiae
Order Dendroceratida
Dendroceratida
Family Tube Sponges
Aplysinellidae
Statistics
  • Species 3