Nodular Petrosaspongia [Petrosaspongia nodularis]
Description
Nodular Petrosaspongia is a unique marine sponge species recognized by its distinctive nodular body structure. This sponge is typically found in the deep sea and is attached to hard substrates. It is a filter feeder, drawing water through its pores to extract organic particles. Its color varies from dark grey to brown.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Dictyoceratida
Dictyoceratida
|
| Family |
Thorectidae
Thorectidae
|
| Genus |
Petrosaspongia
Petrosaspongia
|