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Old 01-16-2008, 09:39 PM
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In my tank I found a little slug like thing. It is translucent and its back are covered in little things that look like mini xenia polyps. Usually its on the glass or on a gorgonia. It dosen't seem to be doing any harm but I can't be sure unless I know what it is. If anyone has any idea what it is please tell me.
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Old 01-16-2008, 10:45 PM
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Could be some sort of nudibranch. Any chance you can get a picture of it?
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Old 01-17-2008, 04:21 PM
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I've tried to take pictures of it but it's to small and clear. When I take a picture of it it just looks like a blur.
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my guess is that it's an Aeolid or Berghia nudibranch. Unfortunately, they basically eat only a few things. They're not picky with zoos and polyps, but they will also eat Aiptasia.
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Old 03-13-2008, 09:17 PM
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could be wrong but sounds like small aptasia to me...
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do they more or are they stationary?
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Old 03-13-2008, 09:18 PM
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set ur cam to macro n get the best shot u can
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