I have little baby mantis I think

[havoc1010]

I need help, I have little baby mantis I think. There about 20 of them. What should I do to get rid of them. I don't need them or want them. I dont' want to hurt them but I don't want them to grow and get bigger. Ya' know....

 

[SLKs reef]

Your probably seeing copods which are harmless in reef aquariums.

 

[havoc1010]

 

[mimmies11]

I think those are pods (not mantis) They don't harm your tank at all. I think they are a sign of a healthy tank.

 

[havoc1010]

I have alot of them.

 

[greenbean36191]

Yep, those are amphipods. Fish eat them like candy.

 

[Uriel]

Having a lot of amphipods is a GOOD THING.
Put them back in, they are an integral part of your tank, and having them in some numbers is a good indicator for the health of the tank.
Plus, they are cool to watch zip around...



-Ron