Common name: Poecilosclerid Sponges

Poecilosclerida is an order of marine sponges found in a variety of reef environments. These sponges are known for their diverse forms and vibrant colors, often contributing to the structural complexity of reefs. They host a range of microorganisms, playing a crucial role in nutrient cycling. Hobbyists appreciate them for their filtration capabilities and aesthetic appeal, but they require stable water conditions and careful handling to prevent damage to their delicate structures.

1. Common name: carrot-sponge

   Scientific name: Amphilectus fucorum
2. 
   Common name: Red Encrusting Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria basilana
3. 
   Common name: Red Tree Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria cervicornis
4. 
   Common name: Curacao Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria curacaoensis
5. 
   Common name: Red Tree Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria macropora
6. 
   Common name: Red Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria mima
7. 
   Common name: Red Tree Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria procera
8. Common name: Reinwardt's Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria reinwardti
9. 
   Common name: Red Sponge

   Scientific name: Clathria tuberosa
10. 
    Common name: Crambe Sponge

    Scientific name: Crambe crambe
11. 
    Common name: Vase Sponge

    Scientific name: Desmacidon fruticosum
12. 
    Common name: Columella Sponge

    Scientific name: Hemimycale columella
13. Common name: Hymedesmia paupertas

    Scientific name: Hymedesmia paupertas
14. Common name: Iophon Sponge

    Scientific name: Iophon laevistylus
15. 
    Common name: green finger sponge

    Scientific name: Iotrochota birotulata
16. 
    Common name: Red Encrusting Sponge

    Scientific name: Monanchora arbuscula
17. 
    Common name: Orange Puffball Sponge

    Scientific name: Mycale laevis
18. 
    Common name: Red Beard Sponge

    Scientific name: Mycale laxissima
19. 
    Common name: Red Encrusting Sponge

    Scientific name: Mycale rotalis
20. Common name: Fimbriated Sponge

    Scientific name: Myxilla fimbriata
21. 
    Common name: Rough scallop sponge

    Scientific name: Myxilla incrustans
22. 
    Common name: Rosy Sponge

    Scientific name: Myxilla rosacea
23. 
    Common name: Red Sea Apple

    Scientific name: Negombata corticata
24. 
    Common name: Red Sea Apple

    Scientific name: Negombata magnifica
25. 
    Common name: Red Sponge

    Scientific name: Phorbas amaranthus
26. 
    Common name: Phorbas tenacior

    Scientific name: Phorbas tenacior
27. 
    Common name: Fire Sponge

    Scientific name: Tedania ignis