Venus' Flower Basket Sponge Skeleton - Euplectella aspergillum - 25 cm - 3.3 cm - 3.5 cm
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Specimen Venus' Flower Basket Sponge, scientific name Euplectella aspergillum, from the Philippines, in good condition, measuring 25 cm high, 3.3 cm wide, 3.5 cm deep and weighing 50 g.
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Exquisite Glass Sponge with Symbiotic Shrimps – Camotes Sea, Philippines
Collected at a depth of 120 meters in the Camotes Sea, Philippines, this exceptional glass sponge showcases the delicate silica lattice typical of the class Hexactinellida. Its naturally sculptural, porous structure gives it an elegant and ethereal appearance.
Inside the sponge lives a pair of Spongicola venusta shrimps, a species known for its lifelong symbiotic relationship with glass sponges. The shrimps enter the sponge as larvae, grow inside, and eventually become permanently enclosed. This extraordinary biological partnership inspired traditional Asian symbolism, where such specimens were given as wedding gifts representing eternal companionship and fidelity.
A fascinating specimen of both scientific and decorative value.
Note: One of the shrimps’ chelae (claws) is clearly visible through the sponge’s lattice structure.
Acrylic stand included.
Seller's Story
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections.
The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Exquisite Glass Sponge with Symbiotic Shrimps – Camotes Sea, Philippines
Collected at a depth of 120 meters in the Camotes Sea, Philippines, this exceptional glass sponge showcases the delicate silica lattice typical of the class Hexactinellida. Its naturally sculptural, porous structure gives it an elegant and ethereal appearance.
Inside the sponge lives a pair of Spongicola venusta shrimps, a species known for its lifelong symbiotic relationship with glass sponges. The shrimps enter the sponge as larvae, grow inside, and eventually become permanently enclosed. This extraordinary biological partnership inspired traditional Asian symbolism, where such specimens were given as wedding gifts representing eternal companionship and fidelity.
A fascinating specimen of both scientific and decorative value.
Note: One of the shrimps’ chelae (claws) is clearly visible through the sponge’s lattice structure.
Acrylic stand included.
Seller's Story
Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections.
The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.
Details
Era
After 2000
Specimen
Venus' Flower Basket Sponge
Scientific Name
Euplectella aspergillum
Country of Origin
Philippines
Condition
Good condition
Year
2020
Weight
50 g
Depth
3.5 cm
Height
25 cm
Width
3.3 cm
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