Deep Sea Sponge [Vosmaeria profundorum]
Description
Vosmaeria profundorum, known as the Deep Sea Sponge, is a species found in the cold, deep waters of the Pacific Ocean. This species is notable for its ability to thrive in extreme conditions, including high pressure, low temperature, and low light. It has a cylindrical shape, often with numerous small oscula visible on the surface. It is usually a deep-sea blue or purple color.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Calcarea
Calcarea
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| Order |
Calcaronea
Order Calcaronea
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| Family |
Amphoriscidae
Amphoriscidae
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| Genus |
Vosmaeria
Vosmaeria
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