Weird dark purple soft lump

[Ernieaz1]

Trying to identify this little creature. Hasnt moved. About half or 3rd size of a pencil eraser. Purple, soft, semi spngy, appears to possibly have a foot and possible calcium at base....

 

[fishguy242]

hi,as far as i can tell ,purple sponge ?
closer pics could help.

 

[Ernieaz1]

hi,as far as i can tell ,purple sponge ?
closer pics could help.

Trying to identify this little creature. Hasnt moved. About half or 3rd size of a pencil eraser. Purple, soft, semi spngy, appears to possibly have a foot and possible calcium at base....

I am actually now thinking it may be cotton candy algae as it has become hairy in 2 days

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