UNCW National Science Foundation Valdosta State University Universidad Nacional de Colombia The Sponge Guide

 

Notes: Light brown rather circular sponge that lives partially buried in sediments; surface with irregular processes, and elevated oscular areas with shallow internal exhalant canals. It is reminiscent of dirty old cow dung. Also known as Biemna oxeata van Soest & Stentoft, 1988.
 
Author Reference: Alcolado & Gotera, 1986
 
Link: World Porifera Database
 
Color:
brown
Morphology:
massive
Consistency:
crumbly
Locations:
Bahamas - Sweetings Cay
Colombia - Santa Marta

  

 

 

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