Mediterranean Dictyaulus [Dictyaulus romani]
Description
This species is found in the Mediterranean Sea. It typically inhabits muddy or sandy sediments and has a slender body with bristly setae. The Mediterranean Dictyaulus is notable for its distinctive, segmented antennae and lack of eyes. Its coloration varies from light brown to grayish.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
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| Family |
Venus' Flower Baskets
Euplectellidae
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| Genus |
Dictyaulus
Dictyaulus
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