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Greek Sponge Fisherman Editorial Photo


Greek sponge fisherman Editorial Stock Photo
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Greek sponge fisherman #20844527
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Paros island, Cyclades, Greek: display of natural sponges for sale. The calcium carbonate or silica spicules of most sponge genera make them too rough for most uses, but two genera, Hippospongia and Spongia, have soft, entirely fibrous skeletons. Early Europeans used soft sponges for many purposes, including padding for helmets, portable drinking utensils and municipal water filters. Until the invention of synthetic sponges, they were used as cleaning tools, applicators for paints and ceramic glazes and discreet contraceptives. However by the mid-20th century, over-fishing brought both the animals and the industry close to extinction.

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