Something came on Snail please ID

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  1. Jmblec2

    Jmblec2 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    Looks like some sort of algae came on a snail from my CUC. Does this need to be removed/harmful? Placed in refuge? or leave it?

    thanks!
     

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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I would remove the algae and place it in the fuge. If you have algae eating fish you may not need to worry about it.

    PM John Maloney of Reef Cleaners he should be able to identify it.
     
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  3. elweshomayor

    elweshomayor Giant Squid

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    it looks like pieces of gracillaria algae to me
     
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  4. lynnmw1208

    lynnmw1208 Skunk Shrimp

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    +1 I had this identified the other day in my tank on here :) It seems to be an ok algae and I think tangs will eat it.
     
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  5. Jmblec2

    Jmblec2 Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    thanks all!
     
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