General Description
A grey to yellow sponge species with spreading to lobate form. Size of about 20 cm.
Biology
The larger fibres (primary fibres) of the skeleton of this sponge and other species in its genus often fuse together (anastomose) to form bundles called fascicles, making a surface texture like of "old boots".
Distribution
Victoria.
Habitat
Reef and sandy areas, to depth of 30 m.
More Information
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Animal Type
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Animal SubType
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Brief Id
Grey/yellow colour, spreading/lobate form.
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Colours
Grey, Yellow
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Maximum Size
20 cm
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Habitats
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Diet
Plankton or particles
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Endemicity
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Commercial
No
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Conservation Statuses
DSE Advisory List: Not listed, EPBC Act 1999: Not listed, IUCN Red List: Not listed
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Depths
Shallow (1-30 m)
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Water Column Locations
On or near seafloor
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Taxon Name
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Common Name
Sponge
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