The discussions show strong interest and engagement through references to scientific articles and comments on the surprising nature of sponges' behavior; words like 'gross,' 'slow motion,' and questions about reef tanks highlight curiosity and emotional reactions. The references to scientific sources and multiple social discussions indicate that the research captures attention and invites further exploration.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions acknowledge and support the scientific finding that sponges 'sneeze' mucus to eliminate waste, showing general agreement.
InterestHigh interest
Interest levels are high due to the surprising nature of sponges sneezing and the relevance to marine biology and ecological health.
EngagementHigh engagement
Posts reference various sources, include personal comments, and ask questions, indicating deep engagement and curiosity.
ImpactModerate impact
The novelty of the research sparks curiosity about biological processes and possible implications for understanding marine ecosystems, though the overall impact on broader audiences is moderate.
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三日月あかり
@mikage__akari · X
参考!(CC-BY)
'Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores'
https://t.co/HP6pAIdnjF https://t.co/plfkgOgrMc
あとは研究資料とか。
引用URL:
① 原著論文(Current Biology, 2022)
Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores
https://t.co/kqNS1zOxiP
② 論文本文(ScienceDirect)
https://t.co/tNKiVoFmUV
③ ScienceDaily(解説記事)
Nov 23, 2025 · 4 likes · 127,818 followersView post →
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Asombro Verde
@AsombroVerde · X
LAS ESPONJAS ESTORNUDAN
Los poríferos /Porifera/, también conocidos como esponjas de mar necesitan deshacerse de desechos tras el filtrado, al contrario que los humanos cada estornudo tarda aproximadamente media hora en completarse.
El estudio y videos:
https://t.co/rM7yVlHdj8 https://t.co/RTGjVOTX4b
Feb 13, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 4,872 followersView post →
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Leslie King
@kinglebiol · X
@BiologyUsfca Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores https://t.co/P0Anm1cffK
Oct 9, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 81 followersView post →
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Promega GmbH
@PromegaGmbH · X
Sneezing removes particles such as pollen, dust or microorganisms from the nose. A recent study by the University of Amsterdam now shows that sponges also "sneeze" to remove particles.
You can find the link to the paper - https://t.co/Vyvf5QBD4A https://t.co/cxSJg1Rb30
Here's some things you may have missed from this week!
Social media helping to track whales:
https://t.co/CqKlmhczNE
Oxygen starvation in larger fish:
https://t.co/buOQRCQtKs
Peculiar sneezing sponges:
https://t.co/F5EkceJS5Q
#lovetheoceans #marinebiology #conservation https://t.co/5dFEp9SRrJ
Aug 17, 2022 · 1 like · 1,123 followersView post →
Sponges release mucus to remove particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores. This process helps maintain their internal environment and supports their filtering function, as described in recent biological research.
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Nik Kornder MSc as he enlightens us on the surprising self-cleaning mechanisms of the Caribbean tube sponge Aplysina archeri. The sponge actively moves mucus to expel waste…
あとは研究資料とか。
引用URL:
① 原著論文(Current Biology, 2022)
Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores
https://t.co/kqNS1zOxiP
② 論文本文(ScienceDirect)
https://t.co/tNKiVoFmUV
③ ScienceDaily(解説記事)
Nov 23, 2025 · 4 likes · 127,818 followersView post →
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Mophenon
@mophenon1838 · X
RT @mikage__akari: 参考!(CC-BY)
'Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores'
https://t.co/HP6pAIdnjF http…
LAS ESPONJAS ESTORNUDAN
Los poríferos /Porifera/, también conocidos como esponjas de mar necesitan deshacerse de desechos tras el filtrado, al contrario que los humanos cada estornudo tarda aproximadamente media hora en completarse.
El estudio y videos:
https://t.co/rM7yVlHdj8 https://t.co/RTGjVOTX4b
Feb 13, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 4,872 followersView post →
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USFCABiology
@BiologyUsfca · X
RT @kinglebiol: @BiologyUsfca Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores https://t.co/P0Anm1cffK
@BiologyUsfca Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores https://t.co/P0Anm1cffK
Oct 9, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 81 followersView post →
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CadeAquariumsUSA
@cade_usa · X
THE TRULY GROSS WAY SEA SPONGES CLEAN THEMSELVES
Read More: https://t.co/Fr4KSA0dwQ
"Sponges sneeze mucus to shed particulate waste from their seawater inlet pores"
I wonder if any of the common sponges that we see in reef tanks do this as well
Sneezing removes particles such as pollen, dust or microorganisms from the nose. A recent study by the University of Amsterdam now shows that sponges also "sneeze" to remove particles.
You can find the link to the paper - https://t.co/Vyvf5QBD4A https://t.co/cxSJg1Rb30
Aug 18, 2022 · 232 shares · 625 followersView post →
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Love The Oceans
@LoveTheOceans · X
Here's some things you may have missed from this week!
Social media helping to track whales:
https://t.co/CqKlmhczNE
Oxygen starvation in larger fish:
https://t.co/buOQRCQtKs
Peculiar sneezing sponges:
https://t.co/F5EkceJS5Q
#lovetheoceans #marinebiology #conservation https://t.co/5dFEp9SRrJ
Aug 17, 2022 · 1 like · 1,123 followersView post →
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Elkin
@elkinnavarro14 · X
Las esponjas "estornudan" para deshacerse de elementos superficiales no deseados, y el moco producido sirve como alimento para la vida silvestre cercana.
https://t.co/MrRfj1jXwS