What the heck is this??

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

Can anyone tell me what this is and is it something I should be worried about? I could remove the rock and maybe dig it out if it is harmful. My tank is about 5 years old. I have been following the discussion within this group and I have learned so much. I’m hoping someone can help me with this “worm”. Don’t mind the cyno. It is yet another flare up. I’m hoping to devote more time to my tank maintenance when I get fully retired. Ugh.

shakacuz · Dec 9, 2022

any pictures? i’m having trouble viewing the video.

anywho, welcome aboard the r2r board!

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

blaxsun · Dec 9, 2022

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

Looks like a kuhlie loach (freshwater) with an anemone mouth. :0

Fish Think Pink · Dec 9, 2022

vick52 said:
Can anyone tell me what this is and is it something I should be worried about? I could remove the rock and maybe dig it out if it is harmful. My tank is about 5 years old. I have been following the discussion within this group and I have learned so much. I’m hoping someone can help me with this “worm”. Don’t mind the cyno. It is yet another flare up. I’m hoping to devote more time to my tank maintenance when I get fully retired. Ugh.

Welcome! Glad you joined. Going to defer to others on worm ID. Can tell it is a filter feeder, but its not a feather duster type worm based on its flexibility (unless its one I just don't know)... In general, worms MAY burrow into corals for protection, so IN GENERAL worms are (these days) not as highly regarded as once they were. GORGEOUS rock flower anemone by the way!

Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)

This might help you find people local to you:

Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

This might help you find people local to you (are you in Sudan?):

Global Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

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This is a good reference book type online article I still review:

The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium

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vick52 said:
Looks like a kuhlie loach (freshwater) with an anemone mouth. :0

LOL - after watching the video - YES it really does!!!

If it isn't suitable for a reef tank, maybe setup a FOWLR tank and put it with peaceful fish as I think it seems cool! I remember when everyone LOVED feather dusters but now some will say they are reef tank 'pest'...

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

Fish Think Pink said:
Welcome! Glad you joined. Going to defer to others on worm ID. Can tell it is a filter feeder, but its not a feather duster type worm based on its flexibility (unless its one I just don't know)... In general, worms MAY burrow into corals for protection, so IN GENERAL worms are (these days) not as highly regarded as once they were. GORGEOUS rock flower anemone by the way!

Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)

This might help you find people local to you:

Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

This might help you find people local to you (are you in Sudan?):

Global Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

This is a good reference book type online article I still review:

The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium

This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...

www.reef2reef.com

LOL - after watching the video - YES it really does!!!

If it isn't suitable for a reef tank, maybe setup a FOWLR tank and put it with peaceful fish as I think it seems cool! I remember when everyone LOVED feather dusters but now some will say they are reef tank 'pest'...

I’m not exactly sure how I even posted this question. I’m just learning how to navigate. I’m in the United States located in Southern Illinois.

ISpeakForTheSeas · Dec 9, 2022

I'm not sure what your creature there is, but that was one of the coolest filter feedings I've ever seen. Very neat find! Does it move around in the tank at all, or is it sessile?

Also, since this is in the meet & greet forum, welcome to Reef2Reef!

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

It doesn’t have any legs and appears to be smooth-skinned. The front opens and closes. When closed it looks like an earthworm. I’ve been trying to do a Google search but I really am just stabbing in the dark.

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

vick52 said:
It doesn’t have any legs and appears to be smooth-skinned. The front opens and closes. When closed it looks like an earthworm. I’ve been trying to do a Google search but I really am just stabbing in the dark.

I have never posted or replied to anything on here so I thought this was where I should begin.

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

vick52 said:
I have never posted or replied to anything on here so I thought this was where I should begin.

Do you think it is harmful?

ISpeakForTheSeas · Dec 9, 2022

vick52 said:
Do you think it is harmful?

I'd guess it's harmless, but without knowing exactly what it is I can't say for certain.

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

What about a peanut worm. Maybe??

vick52 · Dec 9, 2022

Fingers crossed this is it. What do you think?

EeyoreIsMySpiritAnimal · Dec 9, 2022

vick52 said:
What about a peanut worm. Maybe??

That's my guess.

Fish Think Pink · Dec 9, 2022

vick52 said:
What about a peanut worm. Maybe??

@vetteguy53081 likely knows - he is my hero... if you give your post some time more may weigh in on your worm ID. Your guess seems good, but I have to defer to others as no personal experience with it/them.

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