Red Sigmadocia [Sigmadocia rubra]
Description
The Red Sigmadocia is a marine species found in the Atlantic Ocean. They are known for their bright red coloration, which is thought to be a result of their diet of small crustaceans. Red Sigmadocia are a demersal species, living on or near the ocean floor. They are scavengers, feeding on the remains of dead animals. A distinguishing feature of the Red Sigmadocia is their flattened body shape, which they use to hide in crevices and under rocks.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Axinellida
Axinellida
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| Family |
Raspailiidae
Raspailiidae
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| Genus |
Sigmadocia
Sigmadocia
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