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Hi, wondering what these tiny microbes are in my reef tank, viewed here through a hand lens. They have a distinctive shape. Thanks!
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Acoel flatworms
 
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They don't harm anything. They can reproduce quickly though and smother coral. Fish will eat them, specifically wrasse.
 
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