Worm on hermit crab shell

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  1. Doratus

    Doratus Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    I apologize for the terrible pic, but I think it's identifiable.

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  2. homegrowncorals

    homegrowncorals Ribbon Eel

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    i think there Digitate Hydroids from what i can see in the picture.
     
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  3. Doratus

    Doratus Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    Will it hurt the crab at all? I assume not.

    And yes I googled Digitate Hydroid and that is indeed what I think it is.
     
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  4. homegrowncorals

    homegrowncorals Ribbon Eel

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    They will spread quickly, don't think it will hurt the crab, but they will irritate and sting other coral that you have in the tank.
     
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  5. Doratus

    Doratus Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    I think I have some ideas about how to get rid of them. Thanks for the heads up.
     
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