Huinay's Cactus Sponge
Sycon huinayense
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 6–10 m
- For divers: safe
A small sponge that grows on light exposed vertical rock between about six and ten metres, often alongside Chilean mussels. Water is drawn through its porous body and filtered for fine particles, and it offers no danger.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Porifera › Calcarea › Leucosolenida › Syconidae › Sycon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 406009.
FAQ
- How deep does the Huinay's Cactus Sponge live?
- The Huinay's Cactus Sponge (Sycon huinayense) is typically found at 6–10 m.
- Is the Huinay's Cactus Sponge dangerous to divers?
- The Huinay's Cactus Sponge is harmless to divers.