White line sponge

Sponge and Para / Epizoanthus living in symbiosis. Don not remove from water, exposure to air will kill the sponge. Can be fragged using a sharp knife, scalpel or scissors. Should only be purchased by those who will cater for the feeding needs.

Common Name(s): White line sponge / White line spider sponge
Scientific/Other Name(s) : Trakentrion flabelliforme + Epi / parazoanthus.
Care Level : Easy/Medium/Hard
Lighting Requirements: None - Azooxanthelate
Flow Requirements: Medium
Tank Position: Any
Feeding Requirements: Filter Feeder -Sponge part requires phytoplankton, Epizoanthus / Parazooanthus requires zooplankton, enriched brineshrimp, Mysis, cyclopeze or similar products.
Temperament / Behavior: Peaceful
Other Comments: Sponge and Para / Epizoanthus living in symbiosis. Don not remove from water, exposure to air will kill the sponge. Can be fragged using a sharp knife, scalpel or scissors. Should only be purchased by those who will cater for the feeding needs.

Azooxanthalate therefore does require light for food source.

Still not common in the aquarium trade. Species identity for zooanthus species is still questioned.