I have a red goniopora colony that I found closed tight today when I got home. Upon close investigation, there are small brown spots scattered atop the closed polyps. I thought at first it was algae or something, but then one of the spots MOVED! Then another!! They seem to be some sort of parasite??
The things are small, about the size of a polyp (2-3mm across), semi-transparent, and circular in shape.
What are these things!?! Are they dangerous to the goniopora?
yep...it's in my gallery. I believe they are red planaria (flatworms). I ran to my LFS with a pic and bought some eXit. I'd appreciate it if someone could verify, tho! Thanks!
Location: Mt. Vernon, Ohio - Hey they have a LFS with SW Fish
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From what i can tell, those are flatworms, just not sure on specific type.
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