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12/10/2007, 09:27 PM
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Help with critter ID
I happened upon this strange fellow tonight during cleaning, never noticed it before. It's pretty small (3/4"), doesn't seem to move, and is in the same spot since I spotted it. The segments are hard like a shell and it possibly has a soft underside. Anyone have any idea?
 Here's the link for a larger size: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2055/...03cddfe6_o.jpg |
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12/10/2007, 09:52 PM
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Looks like a chiton
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12/10/2007, 09:59 PM
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I agree, chiton.
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The bake sale to raise money for the carwash has been cancelled - due to confusion. Current Tank Info: 125 fowlr: 280watts VHO, 75LBS of mixed rock, Deltec AP600 skimmer, wet dry, GRi 518 return pump, 15 watt Aqua UV,(2) tunze 6000 on a 7095, goldflake angel(RIP), flame angel(8 years old), mitratus butterfly, yellow tang, majestic rabbitfsih |
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12/10/2007, 10:03 PM
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Wow thats one cool critter!
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12/11/2007, 02:10 AM
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Hello,
yes chiton and a superb picture.... regards Markus |
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12/12/2007, 01:27 AM
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cool, wish i had one of those!
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12/12/2007, 03:19 AM
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that's a big'un. nice.
common hitcher = freebie cleanup crew member
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