Day 8 Sponge Chemist – Kimberley 2012Video | Updated 8 years ago The animals seen in these videos are being handled by experts who know how to avoid potential bites and stings. To avoid accidents it is recommended that all marine animals should be watched and not touched. Please enjoy the videos and remember to leave wildlife alone, both for their protection and yours. This video features the marine sponge, an animal with powerful compounds that could have some substantial benefits in medical research. These video diaries document the October 2012 field trip into remote areas of the Kimberley. This field trip was part of the Marine Life of Kimberley project to study and understand the marine biodiversity of the area.