Family: |
Callyspongiidae () |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
sessile; marine; depth range 5 - 18 m |
Distribution: |
Western Central Atlantic. |
Diagnosis: |
Convoluted surface; vase morphology (Ref. 81728). Surface smooth in places, rarely entirely smooth. Compressible and elastic. Color: creamy orange (Ref. 81728), pink, lilac, pale blue; often with bluish-pink iridescence (Ref. 85482). |
Biology: |
Occurs chiefly on coral reefs starting at a depth of 18 m, often with bluish-pink iridescence (Ref. 85482). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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