Anyone Know what this is?

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  1. Lady89

    Lady89 Plankton

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    Just Curious as to what is living on my rock. i noticed it and have no idea what it is.
     

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  2. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    Yuck, they're slimy. lol. Those are some kind of nudibranch. I don't know what kind though.
     
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  3. 2in10

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    Looks like it could be a chiton. If so congrats on a great addition to your clean up crew.
     
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  4. M-Ocean Man

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    call me crazy, but they at least slightly resemble a really thick/long bristleworm that is bunched up because it is out of water . . . .
     
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  5. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    I thought of that at first too..
     
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  6. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    That was my initial reaction.
     
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  7. xmetalfan99

    xmetalfan99 Giant Squid

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    I agree. I see them like this all the time in my tank. Definitely not a nudi.
     
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  8. Lady89

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    Are Bristle worms Bad for the Tank?
     
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  9. Seano Hermano

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    Bristle worms are good to have.
     
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  10. Lady89

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    Ok Good to know! Thanks For the Help! I Appreciate it!!
     
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