Symplectella Tabachnick [Symplectella tabachnicki]
Description
Symplectella tabachnicki is a marine sponge species in the family Ancorinidae, commonly found in deep sea habitats. It has a tubular body structure and is typically white or pale in color. As with other species in the Symplectella genus, it has a multitude of tiny spicules which provide structural support. Symplectella tabachnicki is known for its slow growth rate and its capacity to thrive under extreme environmental conditions.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Lyssacinosida
Lyssacinosida
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| Family |
Euplectellidae
Euplectellidae
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| Genus |
Symplectella
Symplectella
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