Interesting Filter feeder and Sponge ID help

MatthewSS7

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This post is just out of general curiosity. I’m assuming these are simply harmless filter feeders of sorts. For some perspective, tank is about 4yrs mature. The sponge is mostly growing in dark spots underneath live rock. The new rock I am curing has a newer growth on top as seen in pics. There is another shot of this same type of sponge that has fallen into a normally well lit spot.

The other filter feeder is growing in a well lit area next to a red fan worm for some size comparison. Also included another shot of it with a hermit visible off to the right for additional size comparison. Thanks for looking. Happy reefing!
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One additional pic of the filter feeder. I have tons of pineapples but this thing is a bit more unique. To me anyway.
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HOW MUCH DOES A FISH’S FEEDING REQUIREMENTS AFFECT YOUR STOCKING DECISIONS?

  • A lot! - I avoid fish that require frequent or specialized feeding

    Votes: 19 33.3%
  • Quite a bit, but an automatic feeder can change my answer

    Votes: 8 14.0%
  • It depends on whether my nutrient export can handle it

    Votes: 8 14.0%
  • It depends on how badly I want the fish

    Votes: 12 21.1%
  • Not much. I’m willing to adjust my routine

    Votes: 9 15.8%
  • Not at all. Feeding demands don’t limit my stocking choices

    Votes: 9 15.8%
  • I usually learn about the demanding feeding schedule after buying the fish!

    Votes: 2 3.5%
  • I haven’t really considered this before

    Votes: 4 7.0%
  • Something else (see my comments in the thread)

    Votes: 2 3.5%
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