Red Reef Sponge [Siphonodictyon coralliphagum]
Description
This species is a sponge known for its bright red color. It is typically found in reef environments in subtropical or tropical waters, and can reach sizes up to 30 cm in diameter. The sponge is filter-feeder, extracting nutrients from the water. It is characterized by its irregular shape and large oscules, or openings, which it uses for filtering water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Haplosclerida
Haplosclerida
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| Family |
Great sponges
Niphatidae
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| Genus |
Siphonodictyon
Siphonodictyon
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