Highlights

• Bee Sponge (Spiny Sponge, Acanthella sp.):

  • Originates from the Indian Ocean.

  • Color: Orange to yellow.

  • Care Level: Expert only.

  • Diet: Filter feeder (requires nutrient-rich water).

  • Placement: Bottom to middle of the tank.

  • Conditions: 72–78°F, medium to strong water flow, low lighting.

• Orange Wall Sponge (Trachycladus spinispirulifer):**

  • Found in the South Atlantic and Indo-Pacific, including South Africa’s Cape Peninsula.

  • Size: Can grow up to 2 meters long and 20 cm thick.

  • Appearance: Firm orange outer skin with a yellow interior; grows as a wall without obvious oscula (openings)