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There is only one type of zoologist; the zoologist.

Zoologists study Animals.

But then there are scientists that study specific animals.

Such as:

  • Entomologists: study insects.
  • Herpetologists: study reptiles and amphibians.
  • Mammalogists: specialize in mammals.
  • Ornithologists: study birds.

However, the scientist that studies sponges is called a Marine Biologist because the sponge is a marine animal.

Marine Bioologists study ocean plants and animals.

There are also Marine Biologists that specify in specific marine life.

Such as:

  • Malacologists: study mollusks, like snails and clams.
  • Ichthyologists: specialize in fish.

A scientist that studies sponges would be a Spongiologist.

Yes, sponges are living creatures.

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