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Can someone identify? New to the hobby just added these live rocks about a week ago. This morning I noticed this tentacle looking creature. I also noticed the slime/mucous on another rock.
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1st pic is bristle worm, not sure on the second, maybe sponge growth?
 
First one is a bristle worm. They are very common, and you likely have a lot more. They are good detritivores but will spread too much if the tank is overfed. They aren’t harmful, but can be a bit unsightly.
For the second, I was thinking some type of tunicate, but a sponge is also possible. Either way, a neutral/beneficial hitchhiker.
 

HOW MUCH DOES A FISH’S FEEDING REQUIREMENTS AFFECT YOUR STOCKING DECISIONS?

  • A lot! - I avoid fish that require frequent or specialized feeding

    Votes: 9 25.0%
  • Quite a bit, but an automatic feeder can change my answer

    Votes: 6 16.7%
  • It depends on whether my nutrient export can handle it

    Votes: 5 13.9%
  • It depends on how badly I want the fish

    Votes: 10 27.8%
  • Not much. I’m willing to adjust my routine

    Votes: 9 25.0%
  • Not at all. Feeding demands don’t limit my stocking choices

    Votes: 6 16.7%
  • I usually learn about the demanding feeding schedule after buying the fish!

    Votes: 2 5.6%
  • I haven’t really considered this before

    Votes: 3 8.3%
  • Something else (see my comments in the thread)

    Votes: 1 2.8%
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