Common name: Agelas Sponges

Agelas is a genus of sponges found in reef environments known for their unique chemical compounds with potential pharmaceutical applications. These sponges are characterized by a fibrous skeleton which provides a sturdy structure. They often exhibit a range of colors from orange to brown and have a distinctive, branching shape. Agelas sponges are filter feeders, playing a crucial role in nutrient cycling within the reef ecosystem. In the aquarium, they require stable water conditions and moderate to low water flow to thrive.

1. 
   Common name: orange elephant ear sponge

   Scientific name: Agelas clathrodes
2. 
   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. 
   Common name: Slimy Branching Sponge

   Scientific name: Agelas gracilis
6. Common name: Mauritian Sponge

   Scientific name: Agelas mauritiana
7. 
   Common name: Gold Sponge

   Scientific name: Agelas oroides
8. 
   Common name: Elephant Ear Sponge

   Scientific name: Agelas schmidtii