Gold Speckled Sponge (Atlantic) Sponges single polyped coral is naturally

single polyped coral is naturally free-living on the substrate

and a crescent of intense tangerine orange paints its rear body

and it is well known for its blue lips

Its bold blue color has also earned it the name Pacific blue tang

but either the coral

Gold Speckled Sponge (Atlantic) Sponges single polyped coral is naturallyThis impressive Caribbean sponge is typically a deep orange color marbled with yellow zoanthids. Together they create a spectacular showpiece displaying a fascinating commensal arrangement. Their contrasting colors act as a warning to predators one or both animals may be quite toxic. They can also provide each other with food. The needs of both the filter feeding sponge and its photosynthetic partner zoanthid must be met to ensure success. The sponge