Slender Sponge [Aulospongus trirhabdostylus]
Description
Aulospongus trirhabdostylus, the Slender Sponge, is a deep-sea sponge known for its slender, stalk-like projections. This species is typically found in areas with soft substrates, where it anchors itself deep into the sediment. The Slender Sponge has a very slow growth rate, and individuals can live for several decades. It is a filter feeder, capturing small food particles from the surrounding water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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| Family |
Raspailiidae
Raspailiidae
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| Genus |
Aulospongus
Aulospongus
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