Hi all,
I’ve noticed from time to time my tube worm/feather duster (calcareous variety, white/red fan) seems to get a “haircut.”
It’s happened several times, and the worm seems to grow them back quite quickly.
I assume something is doing this; there is a peppermint shrimp that hangs out directly above the feather duster, so perhaps it is this shrimp? On the other hand, I’ve actually been feeding much heavier lately so would be surprised if it’s due to hunger.
Anyone else have this happen? Or any idea what’s the issue here? I’m not extremely worried as the previous haircut was a neat total buzz job, high and tight. It recovered from that, but I guess it’s possible the worm would starve if this were to start happening on an ongoing basis.
Pics attached. Parameters available if needed.
Thanks!
Adam
I’ve noticed from time to time my tube worm/feather duster (calcareous variety, white/red fan) seems to get a “haircut.”
It’s happened several times, and the worm seems to grow them back quite quickly.
I assume something is doing this; there is a peppermint shrimp that hangs out directly above the feather duster, so perhaps it is this shrimp? On the other hand, I’ve actually been feeding much heavier lately so would be surprised if it’s due to hunger.
Anyone else have this happen? Or any idea what’s the issue here? I’m not extremely worried as the previous haircut was a neat total buzz job, high and tight. It recovered from that, but I guess it’s possible the worm would starve if this were to start happening on an ongoing basis.
Pics attached. Parameters available if needed.
Thanks!
Adam