Scientific name: Xestospongia muta
Size: Up to 78 high, 39 to 78 inches in diameter
Color: Red brown
Distinguishing feature: Barrel shape, hard, brown to red. Pleated exterior and smooth interior.
Where did we see it: Mexico
Scientific name: Xestospongia muta
Size: Up to 78 high, 39 to 78 inches in diameter
Color: Red brown
Distinguishing feature: Barrel shape, hard, brown to red. Pleated exterior and smooth interior.
Where did we see it: Mexico
It is the largest species of sponge present in the Caribbean.
This animal (yes sponges are animals) feeds by filtering the particles present in the water.
In April, these sponges "smoke". These are the releases of spermatozoa by male individuals.