Sponges (Porifera) and Anemones (Actiniaria)
Sponges (Porifera) and Anemones (Actiniaria) aren't as closely related as you might think. Sponges belong to the Phylum, Porifera, while Anemones are closely related to corals and jellyfish; falling into the same Phylum (Cnidaria.) They belong to the order, Actiniaria.
Both can be found clinging to hard surfaces in oceans around the world.
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