Stony Sponge [Petrosia stonei]
Description
The Stony Sponge is a species of sea sponge that is native to the waters off the coast of New Zealand. This sponge is known for its stony texture and its ability to grow in a wide range of water conditions. It is often found in depths ranging from 10 to 30 meters and is typically brown or gray in color.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Tetractinellida
Tetractinellida
|
| Family |
Glass Sponges
Petrosiidae
|
| Genus |
Petrosia
Petrosia
|