What is a glass sponge?

The glass sponge is a deep-dwelling animal named for its intricate glass-like skeletal structure.

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reversed glass sponge - Encyclopedia of Life

The Echinoblog: Deep-Sea Glass Sponges of the Hawaiian Islands! Okeanos Explorer Sponge Digest!!

What is a Glass Sponge? - Ocean Conservancy

Strait of Georgia and Howe Sound Glass Sponge Reef Conservation Initiative

Glass Anchors Strengthen Sponges and Enlighten Engineers - Scientific American Blog Network

Glass Sponges - Phylum Facts

Marine Conservation Institute - The Wedding Sponge is a glass sponge that becomes the lifelong home for amphipods in the deep sea. Learn more in our newest video short in the series.

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Glass Sponge Reefs Biology