Darwin's Slime Sponge [Darwinella gardineri]
Description
The Darwin's Slime Sponge is a marine sponge species that is typically found in the tropical waters of the western Atlantic region. They are often found attached to hard substrates in shallow waters. They are characterized by their slimy texture and pinkish-gray color. These sponges are filter feeders, consuming small particles and plankton from the water column.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Dendroceratida
Dendroceratida
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| Family |
Darwin's Sponges
Darwinellidae
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| Genus |
Darwinella
Darwinella
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