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Ectyoplasia ferox |
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Brown encrusting octopus sponge |
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Brauner Vulkan-Schwamm |
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Bruine vulkaanspons |
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Eponge pieuvre encroûtante |
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Esponja pulpo incrustante;Carmelita de pulpo |
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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 10 and 25 Meters
Common species.
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General characteristics of the species |
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Diameter of the animal : 50 cm
The form is encrusting
The surface looks smooth
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Relationship with humans |
The species is slightly irritant
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Chemistry/pharmacy.
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