Giant Black Sea Rod [Verongula gigantea]
Description
The Giant Black Sea Rod, scientifically known as Verongula gigantea, is a large, tube sponge species. It is typically observed in the Caribbean Sea. This species can grow up to 1.5 meters in height and is generally black or dark brown in color. It features a dense, compact, and fibrous skeleton that provides it with structural support. The Giant Black Sea Rod is a filter feeder, mainly consuming small particles and plankton from the water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Dendroceratida
Dendroceratida
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| Family |
Tube Sponges
Aplysinellidae
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| Genus |
Verongula
Verongula
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