Red Ball Sponge

Red Ball Sponge (Cliona lampa), a semi-aggressive species that is reef-safe with caution, admired for its vibrant red coloration, spherical growth pattern, and unique texture. Males typically are less conspicuous and similar in appearance to females, while females/juveniles may appear slightly smaller and paler in color. They reach about 4–6 inches in diameter and should be housed in aquariums of at least 30 gallons.

Provide a combination of sandbed and live rock for attachment, crevices for hiding, and moderate open space for water flow, along with stable water parameters (salinity ~1.020–1.025, temperature ~72–79°F, pH ~8.1–8.4), and a secure lid since some invertebrates are prone to dislodging or movement.

Diet should consist of planktonic foods like mysis, brine shrimp, and microalgae, and with proper care, this sponge makes a striking and dynamic addition to a reef aquarium.

International Aquatics Quarantine & Guarantee: All fish are checked by marine vets, given a formalin bath, and held for 14 days in copper-treated systems. We feed Selcon-soaked food with Kanaplex and Metroplex during quarantine. Unless marked, all livestock comes with our 15-Day Guarantee. You will receive a video of your fish eating before shipment. On request, we also send photos/videos after arrival at IA. Some species are import-to-order (3-10 business days). Many common species are already cleared or near the end of QT.

Several species will be import-to-order and may take anywhere from 3-10 business days to secure. Once your fish is secured, you will be notified, and the quarantine process will then begin.