Another ID needed

Discussion in 'ID This!' started by Ducncover, Jan 22, 2013.

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  1. Ducncover

    Ducncover Skunk Shrimp

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    Not sure what this is. Want to figure it out soon before they spread. Im assuming they are bad.
    Thanks
     

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  2. ingtar_shinowa

    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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    I assume its a type of hydroid
     
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  3. evolved

    evolved Wrasse Freak

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    Digitate hydroid.

    Not nearly as bad as the colonial variety, and not nearly as aggressive.

    I had some once; they didn't spread much and eventually went away without any intervention.
     
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  4. PghSteeler

    PghSteeler Tassled File Fish

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    I had a few awhile back as well, not sure whatever happened to them but theyre gone
     
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  5. Greg@LionfishLair

    Greg@LionfishLair 3reef Sponsor

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    They generally show up when there's a pod bloom or some other type of small live prey (BBS, etc), and as mentioned, they generally disappear once the food is gone.
     
    Greg@LionfishLair, Jan 22, 2013
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