Orange icing sponge [Mycale grandis]
Description
This species is a massive sponge that can grow up to a meter in diameter. It has a smooth, slimy surface and is often bright orange, but can also be red or yellow. It is found on coral reefs, often in high-flow areas. It is known for its ability to consume large amounts of water, filtering out organic particles.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
|
| Family |
Mycalidae
Mycalidae
|
| Genus |
Mycale
Mycale
|