Haliclona djeedara explained

Haliclona djeedara is a demosponge, first described by Jane Fromont and David Abdo in 2014.[1] The species epithet, djeedara, means "brown" in Nyoongar.[2]

Description

Haliclona djeedara is a lobed, encrusting and upright sponge, which when alive, is a light brown colour. It has a springy texture and large internal canals. It gives birth to cylindrical planktonic larvae which consist of clumps of ciliated cells. Individuals are either male or female.[2]

Distribution

It is found on limestone reefs at depths of 3–30 m, from Jurien Bay to Bremer Bay in Western Australia.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Australian Faunal Directory: Haliclona djeedara. 2022-03-04. biodiversity.org.au.
  2. Web site: Bauwens . Joe . 2014-07-29 . Sciency Thoughts: Two new species of Chalinid Dermosponge from Western Australia. . 2022-03-03 . Sciency Thoughts.