Placinolopha [Placinolopha]

Placinolopha
Description

Placinolopha is a genus within the Plakinidae family, distinguished by its members' unique morphology and habitat. These sponges possess a distinctive arrangement of spicules that provides structural support and defense against predators. Placinolopha species are typically found in benthic zones, attached to substrates in both shallow and deep marine environments. They play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem by filtering water and serving as habitat for various microorganisms.

Species
Orange Sea Pen
Orange Sea Pen [Placinolopha sarmentosa]
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Pink Sea Pen
Pink Sea Pen [Placinolopha pinkfloydi]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Sponges
Porifera
Class Homoscleromorpha
Homoscleromorpha
Order Homosclerophorida
Homosclerophorida
Family Plakinidae
Plakinidae
Statistics
  • Species 2