Stelletta grubii [Stelletta grubii]

Description
Stelletta grubii is a species of sponge known for its thick, irregular shaped body with conulose surface. It is typically yellowish brown or dark purple in color and found in the North Atlantic Ocean. The species is relatively hard in texture and can grow to substantial sizes.
Taxonomy
Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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Order |
Tetractinellida
Tetractinellida
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Family |
Stony Sponges
Pachastrellidae
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Genus |
Stelletta
Stelletta
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