Strong Sponge [Petrosia strongylophora]
Description
The Strong Sponge is a massive, irregularly shaped sponge. It has a firm, rough surface with small, scattered oscules. It is usually found in shades of gray to brown. This sponge resides in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, usually on rocky bottoms and coral reefs.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Haplosclerida
Haplosclerida
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| Family |
Hardball sponges
Petrosiidae
|
| Genus |
Petrosia
Petrosia
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