Glowing red lobsters, octopus gardens, towering tree-like corals and glass sponges that are thousands of years old make up ...

Beneath the ocean's surface, simple marine animals called sea sponges grow delicate glass skeletons that are as intricate as ...

The silica framework of glass sponges provides a habitat for various microorganisms and small marine creatures. By filtering water through their bodies, these sponges contribute to nutrient ...