Once considered delicate animals only appropriate for the advanced aquarist, today several hardy marine sponges are available in the hobby. Sponges, in addition to their ornamental value, provide filter functions in reef tanks and
Once considered delicate animals only appropriate for the advanced aquarist, today several hardy marine sponges are available in the hobby. Sponges, in addition to their ornamental value, provide filter functions in reef tanks and are useful bioassay organisms. While there are species to avoid, these unique filter-feeders can make excellent display specimens and should not be overlooked.
