Sponge Guide

UNCW National Science Foundation Valdosta State University Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Observed Characteristics:

Color:

  • white

Morphology:

  • papillated

Consistency:

  • tough

Sample Locations:

  • Bahamas

Siphonodictyon xamaycaense

Notes: Also placed under genus Aka. Excavating with epilithic white papillae. Exudes mucus when handled.

Author Reference: Pulitzer-Finali, 1986

 

Link: World Porifera Database