Publications by authors named "Jonas Blendl"
Article Synopsis
- In 2016, the Polarstern research ice-breaker explored the Langseth Ridge, discovering submerged peaks dominated by a dense community of demosponge species.
- Researchers used a marine camera sled and a hybrid remotely operated vehicle to observe these sponges atop a layer of spicule mat mixed with debris like empty tubes and shells.
- Notably, the study recorded sponge trails for the first time, suggesting sponge mobility that may be linked to feeding strategies or dispersal, with the potential for these trails to persist in the seafloor due to low sedimentation rates in the region.
