clear aiptasia??

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  1. Validity

    Validity Skunk Shrimp

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    Can aiptasias come in clear color? I have only saw brown ones but I was looking at tank after I put new corals in and found this tiny coloress aiptasia looking things.
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Yes they can be clear if they haven't absorbed any zooxanthellae.
     
  4. Validity

    Validity Skunk Shrimp

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    Alright thanks, I know your really not suppost to rip them off but can I sence their very tiny?
     
  5. moose

    moose Astrea Snail

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    colorless aiptasia?!

    Would love to see a picture of this if you get the opportunity, please.
     
  6. Validity

    Validity Skunk Shrimp

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    I would! but no camera with me and to small to capture with cell phone.. Sorry
     
  7. mikejrice

    mikejrice 3reef Affiliate

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    Yes, they can be clear. If there's any doubt kill it! Don't try to rip it off the rock. when they are stressed they release spores.
     
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  9. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Use Joe's juice, aiptasia-x or inject them with boiling water.
     
  10. Validity

    Validity Skunk Shrimp

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    sounds like im about to go on a killing spree
     
  11. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    And legally too.
     
  12. Reefaholic727

    Reefaholic727 Flamingo Tongue

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    ya i had a few clear ones as well i would take pics but just killed them lol i love boiling water