Eurete [Eurete]

Eurete
Description

Eurete is a genus of giant glass sponges belonging to the family Euretidae. These sponges are notable for their large, tree-like structure, supported by a complex silica skeleton. They inhabit deep-sea environments, typically attaching to solid substrates. Eurete species are essential components of their ecosystems, providing habitat and contributing to the biodiversity of deep-sea communities.

Species
Eurete's Hermit Crab
Eurete's Hermit Crab [Eurete grandis]
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Banded Eurete Crab
Banded Eurete Crab [Eurete bidentatus]
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Spiny Eurete Crab
Spiny Eurete Crab [Eurete spinifer]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Sponges
Porifera
Class Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
Order Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
Family Giant Glass Sponges
Euretidae
Statistics
  • Species 3