Freshwater sponge, any of about 20 species of the genus Spongilla (demosponge, siliceous sponge), a common and widespread group. Spongilla species are found in clean lake waters and slow streams. Freshwater chests of drawers are delicate in structure and grow as overlying or branched masses.
What is the name of the freshwater sponge?
Spongilla (freshwater sponge)
What is the classification of spongilla?
Haplosclerida Бадяги / Отряд
How many types of sponges live in freshwater?
Living freshwater sponges belong to 45 genera of 6 families, for a total of 219 species.
What are aquatic sponges?
Sponges — simple aquatic animals with a dense yet porous skeleton — are highly adapted to their environment. The seascape of Flower Garden Banks National Marine Reserve is dotted with various sponges. From round to covered to branched, the color and texture of the sponge adds to the complexity of the reef.
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