QuestionWe set up a 14 gallon bio cube using 16 pounds of Fiji live rock as well as 20 pounds of live sand. We have 2 aquacultured clown fish, 2 white banded coral shrimp, 1 crab-not sure what kind, 12 hermit crabs. I've been feeding frozen brine shrimp, frozen formula 2, and oraglo pellets. Just this morning I noticed tiny worms crawling around the tank. They appear to have white bellies with a darker back. They're only about a 1/4" long. Any idea what they are? Are they detrimental/beneficial to my tank? Also, what other creatures would you suggest for the tank? Eventually I'd like to have an anemone for the clowns, possibly some hardy corals, maybe 2 other small fish. My tank appears to be doing well. All the levels are currently perfect. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! -Darcey
AnswerNot sure what the worms are - could be copepods. If they are, get a mandarin fish [dragonette family]. They are exquisite, small, eat copepods, and not terribly expensive. Aquacultured clowns will sometimes not recognize the symbiosis with an anemone. Sounds like a great little setup. Enjoy, Gerry.