Clathria lissoclada
Clathria lissoclada, the triangular blade sponge, is a species of demosponge from the southern hemisphere. Description This stalked pink to orange sponge grows up to a length of and a width of . The somewhat flat branches arise from semi-triangular blades. The surface is smooth with many randomly distributed oscules. This sponge is semi-compressible and tough. Distribution and habitat This species is found off the coast of South Africa and off the Falklands. It is found at depths of . Ecology This species often has polyp-like invertebrates living on its surface. References Demospongiae Marine biota of South Africa Species described in 1934 Temperate Southern Africa fauna