How deep does the Sponge live?

The Sponge (Axinella corrugata) is typically found at 5–71 m.

Sponge

Axinella corrugata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 5–71 m

A sponge of coral reefs and hard bottoms, it grows on rock between roughly 5 and 70 metres, with its surface drawn into ridges and folds. It pumps seawater through its body and strains out bacteria and fine plankton.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Porifera › Demospongiae › Axinellida › Axinellidae › Axinella

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 165472.

FAQ

How deep does the Sponge live?: The Sponge (Axinella corrugata) is typically found at 5–71 m.