phaeodaria

/feɪ.əˈdɛər.ɪ.ə/

Definitions

1. noun

A subclass of calcareous sponges.

“The phaeodarian species have unique adaptations to the deep-sea environment.”

Synonyms

  • calcareous sponges
  • demospongiae

Antonyms

  • hexactinellida
  • siliceous sponges