Ball Sponges from San Salvador

Black Ball Sponge (Ircina strobilina): rounded sponge with oscula grouped in a shallow depression. Dark, with white protrusions on surface.

Fire Sponge (Ircina strobilina): red to orange sponges with volcano-like projections. very common in Pigeon Creek.

CAN DELIVER A PAINFUL STING!

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