Measuring the Caribbean Barrel Sponge (Xestospongia)

[Bryan Dewsbury]

I am interested in the growth of the Caribbean Barrel Sponge  Xestospongia 
muta. In order to measure it I plan to insert a material  to measure the 
diameter at certain heights along the body. I was  wondering how inserting this 
material (possibly 3mm or wider) may  affect the growth of the individual. Any 
other reccommendations for  measuring this species are welcome. 
  
  Thank you. 
  

Solo dios me juzga 

Bryan Dewsbury 
Seagrass Ecosystems Lab 
Florida International University 
305 348 6997

                
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