What in the world is this thing?

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  1. Mysis

    Mysis Plankton

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    I thought it might be a Zoa. I have no Zoa's in the tank at the moment, but this thing popped up overnight. It's tiny, a pale lime green with a white center and white stalk. The only thing that makes me not think it is a Zoa is the stalk seems really thin. Any idea?
     

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    Mysis, Aug 14, 2011
    Mysis, Aug 14, 2011
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  2. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
    I believe it might be a Mermaid's Cup, a macro algae.
     
    Corailline, Aug 14, 2011
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  3. Mysis

    Mysis Plankton

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    Thanks!
     
    Mysis, Aug 14, 2011
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  4. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I agree with Corailline
     
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  5. SushiGirl

    SushiGirl Barracuda

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    Is it moving? If so it might be a hydroid jellyfish about to release off the stalk.
     
    SushiGirl, Aug 14, 2011
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  6. Reeron

    Reeron Blue Ringed Angel

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    Mermaid's Wine Cup Algae. I've had plenty of them in my tanks.
     
    Reeron, Aug 14, 2011
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  7. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    That is awesome. I want some. :)
     
    Seano Hermano, Aug 14, 2011
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