Western Australian Dendoricella [Dendoricella cervicornis]
Description
Dendoricella cervicornis, also known as the Western Australian Dendoricella, is a species of marine Bryozoan that is endemic to the western coast of Australia. This species forms erect, branching colonies that resemble antlers, which is reflected in its scientific name (cervicornis means 'deer horn'). The zooids of this species are elongated and rectangular, with distinct circular orifices. Dendoricella cervicornis prefers rocky substrates and is typically found in deeper waters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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| Family |
Mycalidae
Mycalidae
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| Genus |
Dendoricella
Dendoricella
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