Thread for posting pictures, ID, and possibly care information of invertebrates.

Thanks Chris! Since this was upon my request, I suppose I'll start off the thread:

Common Name(s): Coco Worm
Scientific Name: Protula bispiralis
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Omnivore
Level of Care: Moderate
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Will a CoCo worm be happy under PCs

Kayla im taking that from you! Yes they will be fine under pc's

i saw one like that at Capp Bay this weekend it was stunning. might be the same one!

They do not have any lighting requirements, so yes, PCs are fine.

You're right - CBA has quite a few on sale now... this guy was one of them.

Common Name(s): Sexy Shrimp
Scientific Name: Thor amboinensis
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Carnivore - shrimp, fish food, etc.
Level of Care: Moderate - avoid any aggressive tankmates that would become predators of this small shrimp
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Common Name(s): Pom Pom Crab; Boxer Crab
Scientific Name: Lybia tessellata
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Omnivore - fish food, frozen foods, etc.
Level of Care: easy to moderate
Interesting fact: This crab uses its two pinchers to hold small anemones for protection, hence it's reputation as a "cheerleader."
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that's a sexy shrimp! Hott!

kayla, is that your pom pom crab? those things are so cool

You would know, Tony, you would know... ;)

He sure is, Brad, although he lost one of his anemones - I'm not sure how, but he doesn't seem to mind much.

very nice,.. love this idea.

Flipturn88 your images are stunning,.

great job, kayla!

Of course no one else will have the courage to post, because her photography is the absolute best!:thumbs:

Awww, thanks guys. But this wasn't meant to be a one man (er, woman) show! Go ahead and post away - just try to include some relevent info if possible.

Common Name(s): Porcelain Crab
Scientific Name: Petrolisthes sp.
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Omnivore - fish food, frozen foods, etc.
Level of Care: easy
Interesting fact: This crab is usually pretty shy, but it will come out for food on occasion.

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Common Name(s): Fromia Star; Red Star
Scientific Name: Fromia milleporella
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Omnivore - sponges, micro-organisms, etc.
Level of Care: Moderate
Interesting fact: This echidnoderm is diurnal and needs an established system with a decent amount of live rock for grazing.

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Chris,

Do you think you can create a profile section? Taking the information here and creating an individual profile link for the different species?

something like this? (http://www.aquahobby.com/e_marine.php)

Sure. Once we get 30-40 of these, we can set something up...

Common Name(s): Purple Linckia
Scientific Name: Linckia sp. (probably Linckia laevigata)
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Largely unknown, but usually considered to be a thin film of algae on the surface of rock.
Level of Care: Moderately Difficult
Interesting fact: All Linckia starfish need a well-established system with a decent amount of live rock for grazing. They also like very stable water conditions, including pH, specifc gravity, nitrates, and others.

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Sure. Once we get 30-40 of these, we can set something up...

hmmm, well at her current rate, Kayla should have that done in about... say, five minutes!!! :tongue:

great job!

That's a cool idea, Matt! We could do this with other genres (i.e. fish, macro algae, and the like) as well--not only inverts. I've been holding off posting coral species, but I could include them in this thread too if you want.

EDIT: Haha, if only I had the time! (I probably *should* be studying Calculus right now... eew.)

That's a cool idea, Matt! We could do this with other genres (i.e. fish, macro algae, and the like) as well--not only inverts. I've been holding off posting coral species, but I could include them in this thread too if you want.

Just start more threads ("Fish ID/Care", for example). I'll sticky them as needed for now.

I'd ask Chris. He could sticky a Coral ID thread, a Fish ID thread, etc. just like this one! That way, it would be a little more organized when he finalizes the whole thing! :)

edit: argh, chris w/ the ninja fingers!

I should hire Kayla to do the photography for my website....apparently Im not too good at it.

That's a cool idea, Matt! We could do this with other genres (i.e. fish, macro algae, and the like) as well--not only inverts. I've been holding off posting coral species, but I could include them in this thread too if you want.

i was thinking about asking about this the other day... it would be an excellent resource for people to look up quick references...

EDIT: Haha, if only I had the time! (I probably *should* be studying Calculus right now... eew.)

haha yeah calculus sucks... i'm sorry you have to go through it

no where near as good as kayla's, but oh well

Common Name(s): Scarlet Reef Hermit Crab
Scientific Name: Paguristes cadenati
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Detritus and diatoms
Level of Care: Easy

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Thanks, Brad! I happen to love scarlet hermits.

Common Name(s): Crocea Clam
Scientific Name: Tridacna crocea
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: some filter-feeding, but majority of nutrition is obtained through photosynthesis
Level of Care: Easy, provided adequate lighting and Calcium levels are present

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Common Name: Peacock Mantis Shrimp
Scientific Name: Odontodactylus scyllarus
Reef Safe: No way!!!
Diet: Mostly Crustaceans, possibly fish
Level of Care: Easy; acrylic tank recommended; requires 30 gallons minimum; recommend 3" or deeper coarser grained sand bed with plenty of live rock and rubble for burrowing and building.


OK, I'll stop posting pics of my mantis. I'm over it now..lol.

Wow, that's a great looking mantis, Ms. K - I'd almost venture to say that he's cute. ;) Thanks for posting!

I'd love to have another mantis. They are great specimen only tanks....literally.

I'd love to have another mantis. They are great specimen only tanks....literally.

Mine's a big sissy. She has a molly and an astraea snail living with her, and the most she does is occasionally shoo them out of her burrow.

Common Name(s): Tiger Cowrie
Scientific Name: Cypraea Tigris
Reef Safe: With Caution
Diet: Herbivorous- Hair Algae
Level of Care: Easy

Common Name(s): Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
Scientific Name: Lysmata Amboinensis
Reef Safe: Yes, may steal food from some cnidarians
Diet: Detrious Eater
Level of Care: Easy

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Common Name(s): Cerith Snail
Scientific Name: Cerithium sp.
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Herbivore; diatoms, cyanobacteria, scavenger
Level of Care: Easy

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Sorry about the dirty glass. I had to catch the picture while it was laying eggs.

That's an AWESOME pic, showtime!

Sorry about the dirty glass. I had to catch the picture while it was laying eggs.


laying eggs or decorating the tank for xmas?

nice shot!

My Domino and Maroon Clowns I got from Kzoo. Jeff

The Maroon Clowns, on the previous page, I bought from Kzoo when he was selling off his tank. This is my Jeweled Damsel. Every once in a while he allows me to put my hand in the tank and not pull all the hairs off of it. lol

I forgot to add these to the pictures:
Common Name(s): Maroon Clown Fish
Scientific Name: Premnas biaculeatus
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Brine, flake, pellet
Level of Care: easy
Interesting fact: These fish are one of the larger Clownfish species growing to 5-6 inches. The Gold Stripe Maroon Clown does not need an Anemone to survive, but will accept Bubble Tip Anemones as its host, as well as corals.

Common Name(s): Domino Damsel
Scientific Name: Dascyllus trimaclatus
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Pellet, flake
Level of Care: Easy
Interesting fact: Bold, They are very easy to care and while they can be kept in groups it is recommended they are kept singly. They are often seen accepting an Anemone for protection.


Common Name(s): Jewel Damsel
Scientific Name: Plectroglyphidodon lacrymatus
Reef Safe: Caution it will pick at some soft corals
Diet: Pellet, flake
Level of Care: Easy
Interesting fact: These fish are dark blue with bright blue spots covering their body. Only one should be kept per tank.

jeff, thanks!

Common Name(s): Scarlet Hermit Crab
Scientific Name: Paguristes cadenati
Reef Safe: Yes
Diet: Algae, Flake, Algae Sheets
Level of Care: Easy
Interesting fact: The Scarlet Hermit is a very popular crab because of its brilliant red color, yellow eyes, peaceful disposition, and algae diet. Most of their day is spent scurrying around the aquarium doing a tremendous job keeping aquariums clean of detritus and algae. Scarlet Hermits prefer to be kept in groups. They are voracious algae eaters.

Jeff- check out the ARC articles section on invert care. We're starting a library there, and it'd be great to have your input!

I feel like I'm watching discovery channel this is wonderful. I got some great inverts, wonder if I could get Kayla to take the pics.......*on knees praying fervently*

great place for ID

http://home2.pacific.net.ph/~sweetyummy42/index.html

I really like that damsel. Too bad they are so mean.