nematocyst looking worm in fuge

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  1. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    It's a worm that looks like F with a puff ball like D on tip. Only out when lights are off and re-tracts when hit with light. I've referenced nematocysts cause that's what they mostly look like. They are white and sweep about an inch long.
     
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  2. amcarrig

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    How bizarre. Not likely a common bristleworm but since it's in the fuge, I don't see how it could do any harm. No chance you could snap a picture?
     
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    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I've been trying for a week. They are very shy.
     
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    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Kinda got a pic.
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