Marine Sponge [Crambe crambe]
Description
Crambe crambe, also known as the marine sponge, is a species of marine demosponges that can be found in the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. They are sessile, meaning they are attached to the seafloor and do not move. They are characterized by their irregular shape and their bright red or orange color. One distinguishing feature of Crambe crambe is its strong unpleasant smell when it is removed from the water. This species is known for its bioactive compounds, which have been studied for their potential use in pharmaceuticals.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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| Family |
Crambeidae
Crambeidae
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| Genus |
Crambe
Crambe
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