Coral Hitch hiker ID

[66cts]

I recently purchased a aquacultured ORA Vargas Cespitularia and these strange acorn looking things are growing on the frag, I know they’re alive since I’ve occasionally seen them come out and retract

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Looks like Kenya tree that has been irritated.

 

[DinoMagnet]

+1 on irritated Kenya

 

[66cts]

Looks like Kenya tree that has been irritated.

Thanks for the fast response! I’m new to saltwater/reefing, I figured there’s a lot more knowledgeable people on here rather than my LFS

 

[Cnidoblast]

See if you can move it to another frag plug

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Thanks for the fast response! I’m new to saltwater/reefing, I figured there’s a lot more knowledgeable people on here rather than my LFS

Were happy to help and have you here!

 

[66cts]

See if you can move it to another frag plug

I read they can be toxic? How would I go about removing and fraging them

 

[Cnidoblast]

Every soft coral is somewhat toxic - gloves and goggles always a good idea for softies

 

[Gtinnel]

I agree with kenya tree. Before you decide to keep it be aware that they grow quickly and can spread in your tank. I have one that I put in mine that is now dropping pieces of it that I have to watch for and remove. I like the movement from it but I regret putting it in my tank.