Worm ID

[Gary A]

I outlined the beard for you. Good catch and save on your tank.

Thk you

 

[Gary A]

Should I Dump The 150 lbs Of Live Rock Out Of My Tank ?

 

[Goaway]

Nah, the fire worms are easy to catch. Normal bristle worms are more difficult.
Just use food to bait them out and scoop with net or tongs.

 

[Gary A]

Nah, the fire worms are easy to catch. Normal bristle worms are more difficult.
Just use food to bait them out and scoop with net or tongs.

ok Will Try Thks

 

[Gary A]

ok Will Try Thks

Do You Think My Tank Is Loaded With Them Now, That One Was 4-5" Long ?

 

[Gtinnel]

You can also tell if it's a bearded fireworm (Hermodice carunculata) because it will have a distinct caruncle. Just look for a red feathery thing on its head. If it has one then remove it from the tank.

mail me polycheates i want some so bad. they are very useful detritivores

You probably don't want that one, it seems to be a fireworm and not strictly a detritivore.

 

[Goaway]

They don't reproduce as quick as normal bristle worms. So. most likely not. Raw shrimp will make them pop up. If you think you have more.

 

[Gary A]

Thats Good News Thks