Spirastrella montiformis Hallmann 1912

mountainous pillow sponge

Spirastrella montiformis, mountainous pillow sponge

The mountainous pillow sponge, Spirastrella moniformis, is a large yellow sponge which is common at Julian rocks. The surfaces of the near vertical sides are quite lumpy, whilst the concave top surface is flatter. Fish and other animals are often found perched on the top surfaces of these sponges.

 

Distribution limited, Queensland and NSW
Depth 10-18m
Max size  
Family  
group = Sponges