Animal Phyla/Porifera
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An unidentified sponge. Maybe Lamellodysidea herbacea.
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- Porifera
- Name Meaning: Pore bearer
- English Common Name: Sponges
- Major distinguishing characteristics: Perforated interior wall
- Approximate number of species described: over 5,000 modern
Natural History
[edit | edit source]This sponges are found in marine waters