Is this a sponge?

[Pipefishlady]

Is anyone able to identify this is? I was told it is a dying sponge and given to me for free. Is it dying? Can it be saved? Im already dosing spongpower for other sponges in the tank....
Thanks!!

 

[Flippers4pups]

Orange sponge growing on something else. Most sponges are cryptic and need very little light.

 

[Pipefishlady]

Is it dying? Should I just toss it out?

 

[Flippers4pups]

Is it dying? Should I just toss it out?

Don't think so. I'd place it in a shaded area away from direct light.

 

[vetteguy53081]

red stuff is safe sponge. I believe i also see a Vermetid snail tube and worm right in center. That needs to go

 

[Pipefishlady]

So it appears thoes tube thing are all intertwined in it....how could I remove them without hurtting the sponge more?

 

[KenO]

So it appears thoes tube thing are all intertwined in it....how could I remove them without hurtting the sponge more?

Fill the tubes with crazy glue.