Saw a bug in my tank last night

[Cameron]

Last night while watching my anemone, I noticed a little bug crawling around the bottom. It was pretty small, maybe about a centimeter or so. I couldn't get a clean picture of it, but my best comparison is that it looked like a tiny silverfish, but white or clear. I did some reading last night, and from what I understand, these bugs are actually a good thing. I've only seen this one, and it was the first time I've seen it, but I just wanted to double check with the forums and make sure that I shouldn't be alarmed about it. Thanks.

 

[kschweer]

Sounds like a copepod or amphipod to me. Both are harmless and a good sign of a healthy tank.

 

[davocean]

http://www.lionfishlair.com/hitchhiker/hitchhiker.shtml