Chalinidae sponge [Haliclona oculata]
Description
A soft, variable shaped sponge that can be found in various shades of orange. This species is commonly found in the lower shore and sublittoral zone, often in shaded or sheltered locations. It's distinguished by its oscules and conules that are evenly distributed across the surface.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Haplosclerida
Haplosclerida
|
| Family |
Yellow sponges
Chalinidae
|
| Genus |
Haliclona
Haliclona
|