Removing large Chiton from glass

[Jeffcccc]

Hello- I have a large Chiton (approx. 2" in length) and I can not get it off the glass bottom. I have tried using a thin object to pry him loose but it has not been happening. Any tips? Thanks

 

[zachfishman]

Any particular reason it must go? They're decent algae grazers.

 

[Jeffcccc]

Thanks for the reply. I'm breaking down the tank and moving the inhabitants into another one.

 

[aleonn]

Any luck with using a credit card to pry him off?

 

[tkeracer619]

Man that sucks. I would try a credit card. He will let go eventually.

Keep up at it. A 2 inch long chiton is worth the hassle.

 

[aleonn]

My understanding is that chitons stay in the same spot until they're done eating there. If the credit card doesn't work, maybe put a few dirty mag floats next to him. When you catch him feeding on the mag float, voila!

 

[Jeffcccc]

I actually tried the tip of a Kent pro-scraper blade but this bugger is like a tank..hard as a rock... and glued to the glass. Getting him to move onto something I can remove sounds like a good idea, though I tried putting a thin piece of plexiglass next to him to no avail as he just pushed it around. I guess I will just keep trying Thanks

 

[Potsy]

I removed my 1" chiton with a credit card perpendicular to the glass. I pushed the card against him and He came off with a very loud "suction cup" pop and did fine afterward. Be sure that you don't pry the chiton off but push it.

 

[cloak]

A razor blade should get the job done. Be careful though.

 

[Mouse]

try a piece of pvc pipe if you have one large enough
If the tank is almost drained you can try some ice under him, may encourage him to move

 

[scubasteve06]

Blow torch in the spot opposite him on the other side of the glass should work. Although it may make the remaining water in the tank boil a bit....