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Aiolochroia crassa |
Distribution |
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Yellow branching tube sponge |
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Gelber Verzweigter Röhrenschwamm |
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Gele vertakte buisspons |
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Eponge tubulaire ramifiée jaune |
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Esponja tubular ramificada amarilla |
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The tropical Atlantic |
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Surrounding and environment |
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The species develops on the reef
The species can be found between 7 and 30 Meters
Very common species.
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General characteristics of the species |
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Height of the animal : 60 cm
The shape is extremely variable
The surface looks rough
The animal can show variable colouring
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Relationship with humans |
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Chemistry/pharmacy.
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