Elongated Auletta [Auletta elongata]
Description
The Elongated Auletta, or Auletta elongata, is a species of demosponge primarily found in the Caribbean Sea. It is distinguished by its elongated, tubular shape and its bright orange to reddish-brown color. The species usually prefers warm, subtropical waters and is often found inhabiting coral reefs.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Axinellida
Axinellida
|
| Family |
Axinellidae
Axinellidae
|
| Genus |
Auletta
Auletta
|