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gex23
05/30/2016, 10:42 AM
Just noticed these flatworm in my tank - roughly a couple of mm in size and clear - any thoughts as to ID? They look like the red planaria I had previously but are clear?

https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t34.0-12/13348663_10153633348852006_603343923_n.jpg?oh=d333ef7b22ff7100caa9f9adbffa82ce&oe=574F58F6

Animagus
05/30/2016, 10:56 AM
Yeah, just a clear flatworm. These are supposed to be harmless, but I wouldn't want them in my tank regardless.

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