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  1. bsutton

    bsutton Feather Duster

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    This has been growing for about a month or so. I noticed within the past few days the bottom growth is now somewhat translucent. What is this? Should I get rid of this or what?

    Brian
     

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  2. Dr. Bergeron

    Dr. Bergeron Peppermint Shrimp

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    Id leave it. It may be some sort of plant or sponge or maybe even a duster of some sort.. Hard to tell from that picture. If its turning clear and falling apart I can't imagine it has much longer left to live, but I could be wrong.

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  3. divott

    divott Giant Squid

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    looks kinda related to neomerris annulata sp. but not quite the same. my guess is a form of macroalgae, which i agre with good dr , will prob slowly die off. nothing to be alarmed about IMO
     
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