Big growth on live rock

Discussion in 'ID This!' started by Hello Katie, Jan 10, 2010.

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  1. Hello Katie

    Hello Katie Fire Worm

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    I liked this thing when it was small but it's huge now, maybe double what it was in these pics taken less than a month ago. If it's bad how do I get rid of it? Thanks


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    Hello Katie, Jan 10, 2010
    Hello Katie, Jan 10, 2010
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  2. Gexx

    Gexx Giant Squid

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    just a guess but it looks kinda like montipora or some type of SPS. is it hard or soft?
     
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  3. Hello Katie

    Hello Katie Fire Worm

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    It's slimy and hard but flexible. It's now turned down toward the sand inside of straight out.
     
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  4. colodan

    colodan Fire Shrimp

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    my guess would be a sponge.
     
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  5. Hello Katie

    Hello Katie Fire Worm

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    Thanks for the help, so I should just leave it then?

    This is what it currently looks like
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    Hello Katie, Jan 10, 2010
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  6. stylaster

    stylaster Gigas Clam

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    ya i would leave it, very cool looking sponge
     
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  7. NeighborTomita

    NeighborTomita Banned

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    Your tank looks great! :)
     
    NeighborTomita, Jan 10, 2010
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  8. coloradoReef

    coloradoReef 3reef Sponsor

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    I would leave it!
     
    coloradoReef, Jan 10, 2010
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  9. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    That's a really cool looking sponge!! Leave it for sure!
     
    kcbrad, Jan 10, 2010
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  10. GreyGhost

    GreyGhost Purple Spiny Lobster

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    it is a keeper
     
    GreyGhost, Jan 11, 2010
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