Spongillidae

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Spongilidae is a family of sponges that live in freshwater lakes and rivers. The following genera are recognized in the family:

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Spongilidae is a family of sponges that live in freshwater lakes and rivers. The following genera are recognized in the family:

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Spongilla lacustris

Spongilla lacustris is a species of freshwater sponge from the family Spongillidae. It inhabits freshwater rivers and lakes, often growing under logs or rocks. Lacustris is a Latin word meaning "related to or associated with lakes". The species...

Ephydatia fluviatilis

Ephydatia fluviatilis is a species of Ephydatia.This species is spread globally.One study elucidated this species's habitat preference in a freshwater lake in Utah.Synonym (basionym): Spongia fluviatilis Linnaeus, 1759.