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title: Arabian Crust-sponge (Hemimycale arabica)
scientific_name: Hemimycale arabica
common_name: Arabian Crust-sponge
taxon: Sponge
published: 2023-12-30T17:53:06.333Z
updated: 2026-08-13T09:56:03.524Z
tags: Arabian Crust-sponge, Hemimycale arabica, Sponge, Red Sea, Marine Life, Diving
url: https://redseacreatures.com/taxon/invertebrate/sponge/arabian-crust-sponge
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# Arabian Crust-sponge (*Hemimycale arabica*)

## Quick facts

- **Group:** Sponge (*Porifera*)

The Hemimycele arabica, also known as Arabian Crust-sponge or Arabian Sponge Coral, is a species of sponge that can be found in the Red Sea. This particular sponge species stands out due to its striking blue coloration, a result of pigments present in its tissues. Typically discovered in shallow waters, it has the ability to form extensive colonies. An integral part of the marine ecosystem, the Hemimycele arabica plays a vital role by offering habitat and sustenance for numerous marine organisms.

## Also known as

- **English:** Arabian Crust Sponge

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*Source: [Red Sea Creatures](https://redseacreatures.com/taxon/invertebrate/sponge/arabian-crust-sponge)*
*Updated: August 13, 2026*