Mycale similaris

Orange encrusting sponge
Roter Krustenschwammen
Oranjerode korstspons
Eponge encroutante orange
Esponja encostrante anaranjada

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Surrounding and environment

The species develops on the reef
The species can be found between 1 and 30 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General characteristics of the species

Diameter of the animal : 100 cm
The form is encrusting
The surface looks veiny

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!