Giant Hexactinellid Sponge [Monorhaphis intermedia]
Description
Monorhaphis intermedia is a species of glass sponge found in the deep-sea environments of the Pacific Ocean. This species is known for its large basal spicules, which can reach lengths of more than 2 meters. The habitat of this species is typically soft, fine-grained sediments in deep-sea environments. This species also follows a sessile, filter-feeding lifestyle, capturing small particles and plankton from the water column.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Amphidiscosida
Amphidiscosida
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| Family |
Hexactinellid Sponges
Amphidiscosida
|
| Genus |
Monorhaphis
Monorhaphis
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