Scalarispongia
Scalarispongia is a genus of sea sponges in the family Thorectidae. These organisms are characterized by their unique body shape and skeletal structure. Scalarispongia species can be found in both shallow and deep marine environments, often inhabiting subtropical and temperate regions.
The name Scalarispongia comes from the Latin words "scala," meaning ladder, and "spongia," referring to a type
Scalarispongia species are generally small to medium-sized, with most species reaching a diameter of less than
Scalarispongia are filter feeder organisms, using their symbiotic relationship with photosynthetic algae to supplement their nutrition.
While the exact species composition of Scalarispongia remains a subject of ongoing research, several species have