citron de mer

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Sweden.

🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Porifera (Sponges)

Class

Demospongiae (Demospongiae)

Order

Tethyida (Tethyida)

Family

Tethyidae

Genus

Tethya

Species

Tethya citrina (citron de mer)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Esponja limón

French citron de mer

German Zitrone Schwam

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golf ball sponge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of citron de mer?

The scientific name of citron de mer is Tethya citrina. It belongs to the genus Tethya.

Where does citron de mer live?

citron de mer is found in Found in Sweden.. Countries include Sweden.

What family does citron de mer belong to?

citron de mer (Tethya citrina) belongs to the genus Tethya, which is part of the taxonomic family Tethyidae.

What kingdom does citron de mer belong to?

citron de mer (Tethya citrina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of citron de mer?

The closest relatives of citron de mer in the genus Tethya include golf ball sponge.