How to Get fireworms????

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  1. Kaianuanu

    Kaianuanu Peppermint Shrimp

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    For some odd reason, I am wanting to keep a fireworm as a pet, But what do they most often hitchhike on? And how can i bait my nano reef to see if i have any? I just caught this long slender worm that isnt a fireworm and i know i have the small orange bristleworms but i want to catch a fireworm? I know, why would I want one? For some odd reason, i have suddenly found them fascinating.
     
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  2. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    Fireworms aka bristle worms are usually easy to acquire via any live rock. While some may get larger than others, I have never had difficulty acquiring the larger variety. I think they are pretty darn cool as well, too bad they get such a bad un-deserved rap.
     
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  3. 55gfowlr

    55gfowlr Zoanthid

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    Ironically, if you had said that the last thing you would ever want in this world would be to get a fireworm, you would have one on your next purchase. BUT, since you are actually the first person actively looking for one.....

    Well, you get my point ; )
     
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  4. SushiGirl

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  5. stepho

    stepho Panda Puffer

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    $20 for six 1" long bristle worms... That's kinda spendy for things you could get from fellow feeders for next to nothing.

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  6. Va Reef

    Va Reef Giant Squid

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    Just go to your LFS, ask them to grab one when they see one. Mine gave me free hitch hikers all the time.
     
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  7. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    When someone mentions fireworm, I only think of one. All the rest are just bristleworms. :)

    Short Take: Fireworm Husbandry?! — Advanced Aquarist's Online Magazine
     
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