A fragile hexactinellid vase hangs down under a small overhang explored during the Exploring the Blue Economy Biotechnology Potential of Deepwater Habitats expedition at a depth of 130 meters (427 feet). These glass sponges have skeletons made of silica.
Hexactinellid Vase
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A fragile hexactinellid vase hangs down under a small overhang explored during the Exploring the Blue Economy Biotechnology Potential of Deepwater Habitats expedition at a depth of 130 meters (427 feet). These glass sponges have skeletons made of silica.