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Monster in my tank
What is the monster??? And how can I get it out of my tank?
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just a normal bristle worm - it's a detritus eater and you shouldn't need to take it out.
https://reefcorner.com/reef-database...bristle-worms/
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Bristleworm. They look a little creepy, but they're actually good cleaners.
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I usually leave em alone unless its a big one, they can grow quite big lol
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just don't try to grab it with your bare hands
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Ya i accidentally grabbed on in my sump and my fingers swelled up like hot dogs. Use tweezers or hemostats. They come out after lights out. I hunt them with a small flashlight. There are bristleworm traps you can buy, and you can find plans to make one out of pvc, or a small container.
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don't remove them. they're a healthy part of the ecosystem.
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If you ever do encounter him with your fingers.
It will win. Go grab some vinegar and have a good soak. All should be well afterward. |
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Anybody see the new brissle worm found up near Alaska? Creepy
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Do you mean Antarctica? There was the pic of the giant worm discovered down there recently all over the internet.
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When I find them and can get them, I feed them to my carpet anemone.
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while searching.. found this too..
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Where did you find the pic of my ex's lawyer?
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Actually if you ever get stung use tap, duct or packaging to try to pull any stingers out. Then a good long vinager soak.
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