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

 

Notes: Yellow spherical masses with scattered collared non-elevated oscules and low nodules (tops of ascending skeletal fibers). Sometimes there are large apical atria, conforming a vase. It status as a separate species needs to be evaluated.
 
Author Reference: (Hyatt, 1875)
Color:
yellow
Morphology:
spherical
vase
Consistency:
tough
Locations:
Bahamas - Little San Salvador
Bahamas - Plana Cays

  

 

 

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