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Yellow Axinella

In Dive.Explo360: Mediterranean · Northeast Atlantic · Atlantic Ocean

Standing on underwater walls like a small golden shrub, Yellow Axinella is a species of drop-offs. Its branches shelter many small animals while it continually filters water and enriches local biodiversity.

Habitat de Yellow Axinella Habitat
Sand, Detrital bottom, Rocky habitat
Profondeur de Yellow Axinella Depth
10-100 m
Groupe biologique de Yellow Axinella Group
Sponge
Rôle écologique de Yellow Axinella Role
Filter feeder, Ecosystem engineer

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?

This sponge forms upright, branching structures resembling a small shrub. Its branches are thick, irregular and often directed upwards.Its colour varies from yellow to yellow-orange. Its surface is rough and pierced by small openings through which water flows.Despite its plant-like appearance, it is an animal attached to the substrate.

WHERE DOES IT LIVE?

It lives attached to rocky seabeds, particularly in coralligenous areas and on drop-offs.It is generally found in dimly lit or partly shaded areas, often exposed to moderate currents.

WHAT DOES IT EAT?

It feeds by filtering seawater. Water circulates through its body, and food particles are retained.Its diet consists of bacteria, phytoplankton and suspended organic matter.

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