Spongioradsia unguiculata [Spongioradsia unguiculata]
Description
Spongioradsia unguiculata is a species of deep-sea sponge that belongs to the Spongioradsia genus. Though much of its behavior remains unknown, it is distinguished by its unique spicule structure. These spicules are often hook-shaped or bear a resemblance to claws, hence the species' Latin name 'unguiculata', which translates to 'small claw'. Like other species in its genus, it is composed of a network of siliceous spicules.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Chitons
Polyplacophora
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| Order |
Chitons
Chitonida
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| Family |
Lepidopleurida
Lepidopleuridae
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| Genus |
Spongioradsia
Spongioradsia
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