Pacific Coelosphaera [Coelosphaera pacifica]

Description
Coelosphaera pacifica is a species of marine sponge found in the Pacific Ocean. It has a hard and irregular body structure covered with siliceous spicules, which it uses for protection against potential predators. The species is a filter feeder, extracting microscopic organisms from the water. It prefers colder waters and is often found attached to rocky substrates.
Taxonomy
Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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Family |
Mycalidae
Mycalidae
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Genus |
Coelosphaera
Coelosphaera
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