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Unread 06/10/2018, 06:41 AM   #1
zeldaleo
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what are these filter feeders on live rock?

been searching for a while and cant find them, new to hobby so super curious about anything i see in there

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Unread 06/10/2018, 09:54 AM   #2
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They look like star polyps IMO. (Briareum sp.)


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Unread 06/23/2018, 01:34 PM   #3
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+1 Briareum spp. I've had them too. They are usually a nice bonus on good live rock but also sometimes contain a strong toxin, so wear gloves when handling.


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