Help...what kind of Limpet is this? Is it reef safe?

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  1. whytal

    whytal Astrea Snail

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    Need some quick help. Wondering what kind of limpet is this and is it reef safe? See pic. Thanks for your help.

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    whytal, May 15, 2010
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I think all limpets are, but don't know for sure.
     
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  3. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    Some limpets aren't reef safe. Some will eat coralline, and I think some will eat corals. I'm not sure about IDs on them though. I know most are hard to ID without seeing the inside of the shell because of the similarity between species shells.
     
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  6. whytal

    whytal Astrea Snail

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    Thanks all...really appreciate your help!
     
    whytal, May 26, 2010
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