Oceanapia ramsayi

Oceanapia ramsayi is a species of sponge belonging to the family Phloeodictyidae and order Haplosclerida. This species is sessile, meaning it remains fixed in one place, typically attaching itself to substrates in tropical marine environments. It is found in the Western Central Pacific, specifically recorded in Malaysia. As a member of the class Demospongiae, Oceanapia ramsayi exhibits hermaphroditic reproductive behavior. The life cycle involves the development of a free-swimming parenchymella larva from a zygote, which eventually settles onto a substrate and grows into a mature sponge. Divers encountering Oceanapia ramsayi can expect to find it in sponge habitats, where it contributes to the complex ecosystem. The species is harmless to humans and does not have any known human uses. It has not been evaluated for conservation status by the IUCN, CITES, or CMS. Oceanapia ramsayi is not known to pose any threat to divers, making it a safe species to observe. Divers should look for this species in areas where coral sponges are commonly found.