Pulverulenta Sponge [Leucandra pulverulenta]
Description
Leucandra pulverulenta, also known as the Pulverulenta Sponge, is a marine sponge species found commonly in the waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its white, chalky appearance and its tubular shape. The Pulverulenta Sponge, like all sponges, is sessile and can be found attached to hard substrates in its habitat.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Calcarea
Calcarea
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| Order |
Calcaronea
Order Calcaronea
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| Family |
Leucosoleniidae
Leucosoleniidae
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| Genus |
Leucandra
Leucandra
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