This field of red and orange finger sponges (Verongula sp.) and black wire coral was found at 29 Fathom Bank during an Blue Economy Biotechnology Potential of Deepwater Habitats expedition dive. The two green lasers are 10 centimeters (4 inches) apart to provide scale.
Field of Red and Orange Finger Sponges
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This field of red and orange finger sponges (Verongula sp.) and black wire coral was found at 29 Fathom Bank during an Blue Economy Biotechnology Potential of Deepwater Habitats expedition dive. The two green lasers are 10 centimeters (4 inches) apart to provide scale.