Striped Crellid [Crellidae striatus]
Description
The Striped Crellid is a marine species found in the Indian Ocean. It is known for its distinctive striped pattern, which serves as a form of camouflage among the coral reefs it inhabits. The Striped Crellid is a diurnal species, and is most active during the day. It feeds on small invertebrates and algae, using its sharp mouthparts to scrape food off the surfaces of rocks and coral. Its flattened body allows it to squeeze into narrow spaces to hide from predators and seek out food.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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| Family |
Crellidae
Crellidae
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| Genus |
Gray Crellid
Crellastrina
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