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Sponge Guide

UNCW National Science Foundation Valdosta State University Universidad Nacional de Colombia

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Observed Characteristics:

Color:

  • blue
  • pink-lilac

Morphology:

  • encrusting

Consistency:

  • tough

Sample Locations:

  • Bahamas

Halisarca caerulea

Notes: Encrusting light blue or pinkish leathery patches with darker star patterns of oscules and confluent exhalant canals. No spicules.

Author Reference: Vacelet & Donadey, 1987

 

Link: World Porifera Database