Missing Tube on Nassarius Snail

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  1. omgiv

    omgiv Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Hi Guys,

    I have noticed in the last week or so that the tubes on my nassarius vibex snails have gotten significantly shorter. When I first got them, I could see the tube sticking up out of the sand. I haven't seen anything attacking them but didn't know if one of my hermits or hippo tang had gotten a hold of them. I only have two of the snails and they are still extremely active. Was just wondering if anyone else has experienced this. Thanks!!!

    Regards,
    Ivy
     
    omgiv, Aug 3, 2009
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  2. pagojoe

    pagojoe Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    Yes. I had a little blue damsel that would bite the siphons off all my snails, and their eyestalks too, if he got a chance. I don't know if the clowns would do it, but they might. It never killed any of my snails, but I'm sure they were glad to see the damsel go.

    Cheers,



    Don
     
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  3. coldshot

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