Why is this question categorized in Pregnancy ANDWild Animals?
Are you talking about the prophylactic sponges used to prevent pregnancy, or are you talking about the aquatic animals?
Or perhaps you're talking about the porous, absorbent thingies you use to wash the dishes.
If that's what you mean, you certainly should not try to eat them. If they get lodged in your throat, you could choke to death.
Some species (Chondrilla) do destroy coral reefs.
porifera or sponges are not a harmful species they come in all shapes and sizes and even colors but to answer this question three beneficial porifera are 1. sponges 2.sycon 3.eaplectalea 4.spongilla
Yes, washing up sponges can be used in a pond filter as a mechanical and biological filtration medium. They help trap debris and provide surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonize, aiding in the breakdown of harmful substances. However, it's important to ensure that the sponges are free of harmful chemicals and detergents before use, as these could harm the pond ecosystem. Regular cleaning and replacement are also necessary to maintain filtration effectiveness.
Sponges can have harmful effects on aquatic ecosystems when they become invasive species, outcompeting native organisms for resources and disrupting local food webs. Additionally, some species of sponges can produce toxins that may harm fish and other marine life, leading to decreased biodiversity. In human contexts, contaminated sponges used for cleaning can harbor bacteria and pathogens, posing health risks. Lastly, excessive sponge harvesting can damage coral reefs and other habitats, further threatening marine biodiversity.
No, sea sponges are not decomposers. Sponges are filter feeders.
Spongin is a tough, fibrous protein that provides structural support to sponges, making them difficult to consume. Spicules are tiny, needle-like structures made of calcium carbonate or silica that can be sharp and harmful if ingested by predators. Together, these structures make sponges unpalatable and unattractive to most predators.
no sponges are not unicellular.
no sponges do not have bones
No, sponges are not parasitic.
Sponges are asymmetrical, although a few species have nearly radial symmetry.
To answer your question no sponges do not hibernate
Yes sponges have organs.