Atlantic Glass Sponge [Rossella nuda]
Description
Rossella nuda is a glass sponge found in the North Atlantic Ocean, often in deep-sea environments. It has a high silica content and unique structure, similar to other Rossella species. This species feeds by filtering microscopic particles from the water. It has a thin, delicate structure and a stalk for anchoring to the sea floor.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Lyssacinosida
Lyssacinosida
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| Family |
Rossellidae
Rossellidae
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| Genus |
Rossella
Rossella
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