Amphoriscus subrotundus [Amphoriscus subrotundus]
Description
Amphoriscus subrotundus is a marine sponge species belonging to the genus Amphoriscus. It is found in the Atlantic Ocean, especially around the North Sea. This species is recognized by its almost round shape. Amphoriscus subrotundus, like other members of its genus, is a filter feeder and has a skeleton made of silica.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Calcarea
Calcarea
|
| Order |
Calcaronea
Order Calcaronea
|
| Family |
Amphoriscidae
Amphoriscidae
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| Genus |
Amphoriscus
Amphoriscus
|