Common name: Sponge Order Dictyoceratida

The order Dictyoceratida encompasses a group of sponges known for their intricate canal systems and fibrous skeletons made of spongin. These sponges are often found in reef environments and can exhibit a variety of colors and shapes. They play a crucial role in the ecosystem by filtering water and providing habitat for other marine organisms. In the aquarium, they require stable water conditions and moderate to low light. Hobbyists should note that some species may release toxins and should be handled with care.

1. 
   Common name: Leaf sponge

   Scientific name: Carteriospongia foliascens
2. 
   Common name: Elephant Ear Sponge

   Scientific name: Collospongia auris
3. 
   Common name: Sponge

   Scientific name: Hyattella intestinalis
4. 
   Common name: Stinker Sponge

   Scientific name: Ircinia campana
5. 
   Common name: Stinker Sponge

   Scientific name: Ircinia felix
6. Common name: black-ball sponge

   Scientific name: Ircinia strobilina
7. 
   Common name: Chalk Sponge

   Scientific name: Lamellodysidea herbacea
8. Common name: Dendy's Sponge

   Scientific name: Lendenfeldia dendyi
9. 
   Common name: Elephant Ear Sponge

   Scientific name: Phyllospongia lamellosa
10. 
    Common name: Pinecone Sponge

    Scientific name: Sarcotragus fasciculatus
11. 
    Common name: Pineapple Sponge

    Scientific name: Sarcotragus foetidus
12. Common name: Scalarispongia scalaris

    Scientific name: Scalarispongia scalaris
13. 
    Common name: Yellow Sponge

    Scientific name: Smenospongia aurea
14. 
    Common name: elephant ear sponge

    Scientific name: Spongia agaricina
15. 
    Common name: commercial sponge

    Scientific name: Spongia officinalis
16. 
    Common name: Giant Carpet Anemone

    Scientific name: Strepsichordaia lendenfeldi