Worm Type?-Pics Included-Reef Safe?

[rpeeples]

Is this a Bristle Worm? Flat Worm?

Is this a safe species for a reef tank?

Will these disturb clams?

Thanks for your feedback....

Ron

 

[LeslieH]

It's an amphinomid and most likely Eurythoe complanata. An up-close view of the head is needed to be sure it's not the coral-eating species Hermodice. Eurythoe is a scavenger & detritus eater.

 

[rpeeples]

Attached are the best shots I can get of the head......what do you think?

 

[rpeeples]

Bump

 

[roushboy2857]

I also have serval of these? What will eat them?

Thanks,
ERic

 

[LeslieH]

Thanks for the new pics. It's Eurythoe and not a problem unless you just don't like the way they look. As many will tell you they are beneficial scavengers & detritivores and help keep tanks clean. They won't disturb healthy clams but if the clam is dying the worms will be attracted to the dead tissue.

 

[rpeeples]

Thanks Leslie!! Much appreciated and grateful for your knowledge

Thanks Again.....Ron