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Sponges

Sponges anchor to the reef like living filters, drawing in and cleansing thousands of litres of seawater each day. By removing bacteria and recycling nutrients, they keep reef waters clear while providing shelter for shrimps, worms, and other small reef dwellers.


Common Name: Elephant Ear Sponge

Scientific Name: Stylissa carteri


📸Photo: Ibrahim Jilwaz

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Colorful reef sponges filtering seawater, their porous bodies creating shelter for small marine creatures.
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