Dysidea avara

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  • Pink sponge
  • Höhlenwächterschwamm
  • Roze stekelspons
  • Eponge cavernicole violette
  • Esponja diside
  • Disidea

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

Surrounding and environment

  • The species develops on the reef
  • The species is found in a sheltered zone
  • The species can be found between 5 and 40 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General characteristics of the species

  • Diameter of the animal : 15 cm
  • The form is encrusting
  • The surface has a honey-combed aspect
  • The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Chemistry/pharmacy