EUPLECTELLA

·        Euplectella is a genus that comprises marine sponges.

·        They are also known as glass sponges due to the presence of siliceous spicules.

·        They are found abundantly in marine water, deep in the ocean.

·        Their body is curved, tubular, basket-like, or vase shaped.

·        They are found in symbiotic association with shrimps and also given as a wedding gift in Japan- symbolizing togetherness till death.