Dry rock worm

[Hemlawk]

I just got my dry rock delivery today. I noticed this thing on the rock. It's obviously dead. I just want verification that I'll be fine to use this rock and start the cycle. I'll def clean this rock before hand.

 

[Tahoe61]

Probably the remains of Serpula tube or similar feather duster. Harmless and benign.

 

[Tahoe61]

Here are a couple of nice links for ID'ing some of the animals and plants that will pop up as your tank cycles and becomes established. Both authors are members of R2R as well.

http://www.lionfishlair.com/hitchhikers-guide/
http://www.melevsreef.com/critter-id

 

[Hemlawk]

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