Rosy dendrilla sponge [Dendrilla rosea]
Description
Dendrilla rosea, or Rosy dendrilla sponge, is a species of demosponge found in the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean. This species is characterized by its rose color and its branching structure that resembles a tree. The sponge is composed of siliceous spicules and spongin fibers, which provide support and protection.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
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| Order |
Dendroceratida
Dendroceratida
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| Family |
Darwin's Sponges
Darwinellidae
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| Genus |
Dendrilla
Dendrilla
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