General Description
A red, brown or beige sponge species, massive with irregular form. Size of about 30 cm.
Biology
These sponges belong to the class Demospongiae, a group that accounts for approximately 85% of all living sponge species.
Habitat
Sand and muddy areas, to depth of 10 m.
Sponge gardens
Soft substrates
Distribution guide
South Australia and Victoria.
Species Group
Depth
Water Column
Max Size
30 cm
Diet
Plankton or particles
Commercial Species
No
Global Dispersal
Native to Australia
Identify
Conservation Status
- DSE Advisory List : Not listed
- EPBC Act 1999 : Not listed
- IUCN Red List : Not listed