Penares solomonensis [Penares solomonensis]
Description
Penares solomonensis is a species of marine sponge in the Penares genus that is particularly common in the waters around the Solomon Islands. This sponge is characterized by its massive, globular shape and its rough, conical spicules. The color of this sponge can range from pale yellow to deep brown. Like other sponges, it is a filter feeder, extracting microscopic food particles from the surrounding water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Tetractinellida
Tetractinellida
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| Family |
Stony Sponges
Pachastrellidae
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| Genus |
Penares
Penares
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