Sponge Guide

UNCW National Science Foundation Valdosta State University Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Observed Characteristics:

Color:

  • black

Morphology:

  • encrusting

Consistency:

  • tough

Sample Locations:

  • Bahamas

Chondrosia collectrix

Notes: Shiny black, tough cushions or encrustations. No spicules.

Author Reference: (Schmidt, 1870)

 

Link: World Porifera Database