Star Encrusting Sponge

Halisarca sp.

There are several species of star encrusting sponges that are so similar you need a microscopic examination to positively identify. Suffice it to say, if you said "I saw a Star Encrusting Sponge" it would be something like these. Look for them in recesses, under overhangs, and walls of dead coral structures and cave/rock walls.

Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge
Star Encrusting Sponge

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