Reeflings
Family

Common name: Spirastrella Sponges

Scientific name: Spirastrellidae

Spirastrellidae is a family of marine sponges found in a variety of reef environments. They are characterized by their hard, often encrusting form and can exhibit a range of colors. These sponges are filter feeders, playing a crucial role in nutrient cycling within the reef ecosystem. They are relatively easy to care for in captivity, requiring moderate water flow and good water quality to thrive. Spirastrella species are known for their symbiotic relationships with various microorganisms, which can include cyanobacteria and other bacteria beneficial to the reef tank's biological balance.

  1. blue sponge bath in shape star isolated on white background
    Common name: Star Sponge
    Scientific name: Diplastrella megastellata
  2. Texture, background of a red sponge for washing dishes or showering close up, macro
    Common name: Red Sponge
    Scientific name: Spirastrella coccinea
  3. Encrusting sponge or orange vented sponge (Spirastrella cunctatrix) undersea, Aegean Sea, Greece, Halkidiki
    Common name: Red Sponge
    Scientific name: Spirastrella cunctatrix