Saltwater Aquarium Tree Sponge, Ball Sponge, Tube Sponge and Fan Sponge

Sponges are the simplest form of multicellular animals, just up from protozoans and down from cnidarians (stinging-celled like corals and anemones) in most taxonomic schemes. They don't, in fact, have tissues or organs. Their cells are somewhat unspecialized and quite independent, more like a commune or colony than a single animal. Like other Sponges, the Blue Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.All Sponge require moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponge's because they do not provide enough light or water movement. The sponge's shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful.
Warning: The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.

Orange Fan Sponge

A Fan sponge is naturally shaped like a Japanese hand held fan. They are natural suspension feeders, filtering food from the water. Phytoplankton foods bring out lot's of color. They are very helpful in filtering aquarium water. They can withstand a wide temperature variation and they last indefinitely in the marine aquarium.

Like other Sponges, the Fan sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.

The Fan sponge requires moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement.

The Fan sponge shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful.

The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.

Fan sponge is completely reef-safe.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1-1/2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large 5" to 7"

Starting at $39.99

Australian White Lightning Sponge
(Ptilocaulis sp.)

Called either the Australian White Lightning Sponge or White Stripe Sponge, these incredible sponges out of Australia add both color and a dramatic contrast to any reef aquarium. Unlike any other sponge, beautiful white polyps open out of the white stripes on the sponge.

Anothere reason this species is so popular is that with the proper care it will grow quite well from a small piece.Like other Sponges, the White Lightning Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.The White Lightning Sponge requires moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement. The White Lightning Sponge shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful.

The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.

White Lightning Sponge is completely reef-safe.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1-1/2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large 5" to 7"

White Lightning Sponge Frag: 2"- 2.5" - $39.99
White Lightning Sponge Multi-branch Colony: 5”-7” - $139.99

Blue Sponge

The Blue Sponge is a popular sponge in marine aquaria. Its popularity is due to its attractive blue color. One reason this species is so popular is that with the proper care it will grow quite well from the smallest piece.Like other Sponges, the Blue Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.The Blue Sponge requires moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement. The Blue sponge's shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful.

The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.

Blue Sponge is completely reef-safe.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1-1/2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large 5" to 7"

Starting at $49.99

Red Serrated
Decorator Sponge

A Serrated sponge is naturally shaped like the picture above. A beautiful reef tank center piece. They are natural suspension feeders, filtering food from the water. Phytoplankton foods bring out lot's of color. They are very helpful in filtering aquarium water. They can withstand a wide temperature variation and they last indefinitely in the marine aquarium.

Like other Sponges, the Serrated Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.

The Serrated Sponge requires moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement.

The Serrated sponge's shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful.

The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.

Serrated Sponge is completely reef-safe.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1-1/2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large 5" to 7"

Starting at $49.99

Flourescent Purple
Vase Sponge
Phylum Porifera

One of the rarest and most beautiful of all the sponges, when this one is in stock grab one! A deepwater sponge, the Flourescent Vase Sponge is found in the oceans of the Carribean at depths approaching 60 feet down. Their size can be from a few inches to over 6 feet tall. Natural suspension feeders, filtering food from the water. Phytoplankton foods bring out lot's of color. They are very helpful in filtering aquarium water. They can withstand a wide temperature variation and they last indefinitely in the marine

Like other Sponges, the Vase Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.

The Vase Sponge will be fine with low to moderate lighting and moderate water movement. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement.

The Vase sponge shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful.

The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.

Vase Sponge is completely reef-safe.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small approx 3" to 4"; Medium 4" to 6"; Large 6" to 8"

Starting at $49.99

Multicolor Sponge

One of the rarest and most beautiful of all the sponges, when this one is in stock grab one! A deepwater sponge, the multicolor Sponge is found in the oceans of the Carribean at depths approaching 40 feet down. Their size can be from a few inches to over 3 feet wide. Natural suspension feeders, filtering food from the water. Phytoplankton foods bring out lot's of color. They are very helpful in filtering aquarium water. They can withstand a wide temperature variation and they last indefinitely in the marine

Like other Sponges, the Multicolor Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.

The Multicolor Sponge requires moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement.

The Multicolor sponge shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful.

The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.

Multicolor Sponge is completely reef-safe.
Approximate Purchase Size: Small 1-1/2" to 3"; Medium 3" to 4"; Large 5" to 7"

Starting at $39.99

Red or Yellow Ball Sponge
Psuedaxinella lunaecharta

The Ball Sponge, is also referred to as the Boring Sponge. Ball sponge is found in a wide variety of colors such as red, yellow, and orange.The Ball Sponge requires a strong current and excellent water conditions. Like other Sponges, the Ball Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.The Ball Sponge requires moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement. The Ball sponge's shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful. The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.
Approximate Purchase Size: 3" to 5"

Red/Orange Ball Sponge $29.99 ~ Yellow Ball Sponge $39.99

Red/Orange or Yellow Tree Sponge
Ptilocaulis sp

The Tree Sponge is a very popular sponge for the home aquarium. Its shape is very similar to that of a tree which includes a main trunk with several branches.These sponges make tremendous backdrops for an aquarium.The Tree Sponge of the genus Ptilocaulis is normally a Red/Orange color or Yellow. Its shape is very similar to that of a tree which includes a main trunk with several branches. The Tree Sponge requires a strong current and excellent water conditions. Like other Sponges, the Tree Sponge feeds on bacteria and detritus that it filters from the moving water. This is why water movement is crucial to their survival. Sponges can usually tolerate changes in water temperature with no ill effect, but they may be sensitive to drastic changes in salinity.The Tree Sponge requires moderate light and moderate water movement to survive. Many beginning hobbyists loose sponges because they do not provide enough light or water movement. The Tree sponge's shape can vary quite alot, but all pieces look unique and beautiful. The most critical concern is that Sponge never be exposed to the air. If it is exposed to air out of the water, the air becomes trapped in the matrix of channels that line the inside of its sponge body, blocking the path for food to reach its cells.
Approximate Purchase Size: 8" to 15"

$39.99