Demospongiae Collection (page 2)

A diver looks into a cavern at a sponge, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Top view of a pnk barrel sponge against the cyan reef bottom, Indonesia
Top view of a pnk barrel sponge looking like a saucer against the cyan reef bottom, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Diver and elephant ear sponge, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
Diver and elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta), Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Elephant ear sponge attached to a shipwreck, Solomon Islands
Elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta) green-gray coloured attached to a shipwreck, with diver onlooking with torch, Solomon Islands

Barrel sponge and diver, Papua New Guinea
Barrel sponge (Xestospongia sp.) and diver, Restorf Island, Kimbe bay, Papua New Guinea

A diver looks on at a giant barrel sponge, Papua New Guinea
A diver looks on at a giant barrel sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

A large sponge with diver in the background, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Diver with torchlight over large round pinkish barrel sponge, with sunlight in the distance, Spratly Islands, Malaysia

Scorpionfish hiding in a barrel sponge, Nassau, The Bahamas

Purple elephant ear sponge with diver, Papua New Guinea
Purple elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta) with diver, Restorf Island, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Curly bright orange sponge with greyish whip coral, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A barrel sponge with a yellow crinoid attached, Papua New Guinea
A barrel sponge (Xestosongia testudinaria) attached to a reef wall on South Emma reef (Kimbe Bay) with a yellow crinoid attached, Papua New Guinea

A massive barrel sponge grows on a reef near Alor, Indonesia
A massive barrel sponge grows on a beautiful reef near Alor, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

A massive barrel sponge grows on a healthy coral reef near the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

The Salvador Dali sponge with intricate swirling surface pattern, Indonesia
A diver looks on at the Salvador Dali sponge (Petrosia lignosa) which only grows with this intricate swirling surface pattern in Gorontalo waters, Sulawesi, Indonesia

A large barrel sponge covered with crinoids in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity

A blue starfish clings to a barrel sponge in Indonesia
A blue starfish (Linckia laevigata) clings to barrel sponge in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Neptunes cup sponge (Poterion patera) specimen

Discodermid sponge
Discodermia lives a sessile life on the seabed around North America and the Caribbean

Pemmatites, lithistid sponge
This sponge originates from the Permian rocks of the Artic island of Spitzbergen

Poterion patera, Neptunes cup sponge
Neptunes cup sponge specimen on display atthe Natural History Museum at Tring, part of the Natural History museum, London

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"Demospongiae: A Colorful World Underwater" A yellow tube sponge (Aplysina fistularis) gracefully grows on a Caribbean coral reef, adding vibrant hues to the underwater landscape. The portrait of a Giant frogfish (Antennarius commersoni) perched on a large Yellow elephant ear sponge showcases nature's camouflage at its finest. In Bonaire, the Stove-pipe sponge (Aplysina archeri) and Orange elephant ear sponge (Agelas clathrodes) create a stunning display of contrasting colors beneath the crystal-clear waters. Resting peacefully in a Barrel sponge, the Blacktip grouper (Epinephelus fasciatus) finds solace amidst this natural sanctuary of marine life. An enchanting reef scene unfolds as an orange elephant ear sponge (Ianthella basta) becomes home to various species, creating an intricate tapestry of life beneath the waves. Witnessing the majestic sight of a Giant barrel sponge (Xestospongia testudinaria) releasing a cloud of gametes reminds us of nature's incredible reproductive processes and interconnectedness. Endemic sponges like Lubomirskia baicalensis encrust rocks and branches on the lake floor, showcasing their adaptability and resilience in unique environments such as Lake Baikal. Ribbon sweetlips (Plectorhinchus polytaenia) gracefully swim alongside Giant barrel sponges (Xestospongia muta), forming an awe-inspiring spectacle that highlights symbiotic relationships in marine ecosystems. Pennant coralfish (Heniochus acuminatus) find refuge within Giant barrel sponges (Xestospongia muta), demonstrating how these structures provide shelter for various organisms within their porous walls.