Black Sea sponge [Endectyon blackii]
Description
Endectyon blackii is a species of marine sponge found in the Black Sea. It is known for its black color and its ability to withstand relatively low salinity levels. It is usually found in deeper waters, attached to rocks or other hard substrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Haplosclerida
Haplosclerida
|
| Family |
Hardball sponges
Petrosiidae
|
| Genus |
Endectyon
Endectyon
|