Orange not red planarians.

FunkieReefJunkie · 12/18/2021, 10:37 PM

When my zoanthids arrived I dipped them in Coral Rx. After I found orange flatworms the size of a ink pen head in the container. I’ve searched high and low without any luck finding what species it could be. Somewhere on another reef forum someone said not all flatworms are bad. Any thoughts/knowledge?

Reef Bass · 12/22/2021, 07:46 AM

Yes, there are thousands of species of flatworms. Google says 20,000.

Red planaria are one. Sounds like yours is another. AEFW are another.

I would probably attempt eradication / removal.

12/18/2021, 10:37 PM	#1
FunkieReefJunkie Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: TotallyLostItville Posts: 781	Orange not red planarians. When my zoanthids arrived I dipped them in Coral Rx. After I found orange flatworms the size of a ink pen head in the container. I’ve searched high and low without any luck finding what species it could be. Somewhere on another reef forum someone said not all flatworms are bad. Any thoughts/knowledge? __________________ The Gerson Diet saves lives! May everyone be happy, May everyone be free from misery, May no one ever be separated from their happiness, May everyone have equanimity, free from hatred and attachment. Current Tank Info: Down to a 15 g from a 600g system. Nano is whole different ballgame.

12/22/2021, 07:46 AM	#2
Reef Bass colors and textures Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Petaluma CA Posts: 6,301	Yes, there are thousands of species of flatworms. Google says 20,000. Red planaria are one. Sounds like yours is another. AEFW are another. I would probably attempt eradication / removal. __________________ The human desires for instant gratification and immediate problem resolution cannot be satisfied with this hobby. Former president and co-president of the Wine Country Reefers. Current Tank Info: 60 gallons of Scleractinia and Zoanthidae lit w/ LEDs