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Loggerhead Sponge

Spheciospongia vesparium

Classification

Spheciospongia vesparium, commonly known as the loggerhead sponge, is a species of sea sponge belonging to the family Clionaidae. While it is highly toxic to many fish, this sponge is eaten by certain angelfish and is known to form part of the diet of the hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Description This massive sponge has varying forms in different locations.

Distribution

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