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Yellow Ball Sponge
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Yellow Ball Sponge

Cinachyrella alloclada

The surface of the Yellow Ball Sponge, also referred to as the Moon Sponge, has numerous craters. It is often covered with sand or algae. It needs a moderate water current near its location, but be careful to place the sponge slightly out of the path so that it only receives an indirect current. The
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Compatibility at a Glance

Not reef compatible — avoid with reef
Coral compatible — can be kept with coral
Invertebrates compatible — can be kept with invertebrates

Yellow Ball Sponge is not considered reef safe — it is likely to eat or damage corals and/or ornamental invertebrates and belongs in a fish-only system.

Compatibility

Reef Compatible Coral Compatible Invertebrate Compatible

Care Parameters

Type:
invert
Aggression:
peaceful
Swimming Zone:
Surface
Midwater
Bottom
surface
Minimum Tank:
200 gallons
Schooling:
No
Diet:
filter feeder
Safety:
Reef
Coral
Invert

Compatibility with Popular Tankmates

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Tank Compatibility