What's this mucousy/spider-web stuff in my LR? - Aquarium Advice

bpeitzke · 04-20-2008, 02:11 AM

A couple of weeks ago I noticed these "spider-webs" in one of my LR pieces. They look like they're made of some sort of mucous. Anyone know what critter made these? (See attached picture)

Bob

Erok7620 · 04-20-2008, 03:06 AM

I've seen that on much of my rock as well. My rock came from an established aquarium and I assumed it was part of a former inhabitant like a shroom or a sponge, or just some funky algea. I would like to know too. Help us experts!

cmor1701d · 04-20-2008, 10:35 AM

Take look at this video of vermited snails. I can't really tell from the pic you posted but it could also be sponges, foraminiferans, or spaghetti worms.

**roka64** · 04-20-2008, 11:31 AM

I'll move this to the ID section.

**Devilishturtles** · 04-20-2008, 11:49 AM

I agree, looks like a sponge to me. I have these all over my tank.

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04-20-2008, 03:06 AM	#2
Erok7620 Aquarium Advice Regular Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 71 Images: 2	I've seen that on much of my rock as well. My rock came from an established aquarium and I assumed it was part of a former inhabitant like a shroom or a sponge, or just some funky algea. I would like to know too. Help us experts!