Agelasidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Agelasida, class Demospongiae. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
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Agelas clathrodes (Schmidt, 1870)
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Agelas conifera (Schmidt, 1870)
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Agelas dispar Duchassaing & Michelotti, 1864
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Agelas tubulata Lehnert & van Soest, 1996
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Agelasidae animals belong to the Agelasida order in the Animalia kingdom. Agelas conifera shows a distinct wound response: it increases both the production and release of bromopyrrole alkaloids, which also appear to provide protection against harmful microorganisms. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Agelasidae is classified in the order Agelasida, class Demospongiae, phylum Porifera. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
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