white shingle like fungus growing on my rock and glass...

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  1. Moblessed

    Moblessed Plankton

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    and I have no clue what it is. It is pearly white and reminds me of the flat mushrooms that grow out of the side of trees in the forest. I have some on my base rock and some on my glass. Has anyone experienced anything like this? do you know what it is? do i kill it or leave it alone? thanks for any help anyone can give me.
     
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  3. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    We need a picture. I think I might know what you mean..
     
  4. drew3

    drew3 Blue Ringed Angel

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    maybe a sponge
     
  5. drew3

    drew3 Blue Ringed Angel

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    or maybe a bleached montipora capricornis
     
  6. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    It's on glass too though?
     
  7. Moblessed

    Moblessed Plankton

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    No it's not the montipora capricornis. I've added a picture for you to take a closer look. I can't find anything online to explain it. Let me know what you think.....
     

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  9. Dr. Bergeron

    Dr. Bergeron Peppermint Shrimp

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    I remember this coming up before, I think they might have been a type of tunicate... but don't hold me to that.
     
  10. SaltyFred

    SaltyFred Flamingo Tongue

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