Choanocyte or collar cells is a unique type of porifers which contains a flagellum surrounded at its base by a thin cytoplasmic collar. This cell creates current and ingest food particles from water.

choanocyte cells are the cells lining the inner side of the sponges tiny bodies. It plays an important role in material transportation in and out of the sponges.

labarrion rusell labarrion rusell labarrion rusell labarrion rusell

Choanocyte (collar cells) are any of the flagellated cells located in the body cavity of a sponge. They surround the base of the flagellum. The function of these cells is to maintain the flow of water through the body of the sponge.

Choanocyte (collar cells) are any of the flagellated cells located in the body cavity of a sponge. They surround the base of the flagellum. The function of these cells is to maintain the flow of water through the body of the sponge.