Family

Common name: Agelas sponges

Scientific name: Agelasidae

Agelasidae is a family of sponges found in reef environments known for their unique chemical compounds with potential pharmaceutical applications. They are characterized by a fibrous skeleton made of spongin and often have a branching or massive form. Agelas sponges are typically orange, yellow, or brown and can add a vibrant touch to a reef aquarium. They require moderate care, with stable water conditions and low to moderate water flow. It's important to provide them with plenty of space to grow, as they can become quite large and may produce chemicals that can affect other invertebrates in the tank.

  1. Caribbean coral reef
    Common name: orange elephant ear sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas clathrodes
  2. Agelas conifera, brown tube sponge
    Common name: Brown Tube Sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas conifera
  3. Common name: Rough Tube Sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas dispar
  4. Common name: Fan Sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas flabelliformis
  5. Branching sponge weed and seaweed
    Common name: Slimy Branching Sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas gracilis
  6. Common name: Mauritian Sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas mauritiana
  7. Oranger Demosponge (Agelas oroides), Corfu, Greece, Europe
    Common name: Gold Sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas oroides
  8. Orange Elephant Ear Sponge (Agelas Clathrodes)
    Common name: Elephant Ear Sponge
    Scientific name: Agelas schmidtii