What is this on my trochus snail????

[PizzaIan339]

So a few weeks ago I bought some trochus snails from the lfs and I noticed this guy had something strange on him but I saw it move today!!! I attached pics and a video so you can see.

If you are wondering I am referring to the wired white thing at the end of the green tube. There are also small needle like things coming off of it.

 

[OctaviusBrine]

Looks like it could be a feather duster best case. Worst case if it moved spots it could be aptasia. Either way easy enough to take out of the tank and remove. if it has a hard tube it was a feather duster if it’s soft and mushy it was aptasia. Give it a very good rinse after in a separate container of tank water. And you should be good to go.

 

[PizzaIan339]

Ok thanks it is hard tube so I think it is a feather duster. Do I have to remove it or can I keep it on? The snail does not seem to be bothered and it is sort of cool!

 

[Cell]

I'd leave it.

 

[Reefkeepers Archive]

Featherduster, harmless/beneficial filter feeders

 

[OctaviusBrine]

You can leave it I have one as well.

 

[PizzaIan339]

Ok thanks everyone! I am glad to leave it because it is awesome!