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Demospongiae > Haplosclerida > Phloeodictyidae > Siphonodictyon xamaycaense

Observed Characteristics:

Color:

white

Morphology:

papillated

Consistency:

tough

Sample Locations:

Bahamas

Species Description and Notes

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

Author Reference: Pulitzer-Finali, 1986

 

Link: World Porifera Database

 

Images

Siphonodictyon xamaycaense


Location: Bahamas, Sweetings Cay
Photographer: Sven Zea

Location: Bahamas, Stirrups Cays, N Berry Islands
Photographer: Sven Zea