White Hertwig's Sponge [Hertwigia albicans]
Description
Hertwigia albicans, also referred to as the White Hertwig's Sponge, is a marine sponge species found in the waters of the Pacific Ocean. This sponge species is white in color and is characterized by its encrusting growth form. It is typically found in deeper waters, often on vertical walls and overhangs.
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 |
Hertwigia
Hertwigia
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