Question About The Foxface

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  1. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    What is, that almost clear film, that the foxface sheds every now and then? Could it be its venom? I've seen it before but didnt know where it was coming from until today. Anyone?
     
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    lunatik_69, Sep 26, 2007
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  2. rashr

    rashr Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    I have one too and have noticed this....from all of my research they produce a slime which helps protect them against infections and stuff. But they will shed this ever so often.......Hope this helps.
     
    rashr, Sep 28, 2007
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  3. lunatik_69

    lunatik_69 Giant Squid

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    yeah, thats what I figured on, thanks
     
    lunatik_69, Sep 28, 2007
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  4. Otty

    Otty Giant Squid

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    Now I know what that is floating around the tank. ;) Thanks!
     
    Otty, Sep 28, 2007
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  5. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    Is that from the Foxface? No s*&t!! I didn't know that. I thought my snails made that stuff. My foxface eats it if it's floating around....hmmmm... strange!
     
    cuttingras, Sep 28, 2007
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  6. reefboy23

    reefboy23 Feather Duster

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    Thats how the foxface relieves stress.
     
    reefboy23, Sep 29, 2007
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