This isn't your daddy's worm

[novocon]

I saw some sort of worm come out of my live rock last night. Approx. 1 1/2 inches long and approx. 1/8 inch wide. Pinkish head and dark body(hard to tell but like a purple). Segmented, and possibly had very tiny bristles or feelers. I could not get a picture of it as it was quite shy. Can anyone ID this critter?

 

[jdeets]

Bristleworm. Among the best detrivores for your tank. Just don't touch 'em.

 

[DaktariEd]

Not only a bristle worm but a pretty small one at that.

Wait till it grows a bit. I have a few that are easily 10 to 12 in. long, and occasionally are bold enough to come out to the front of the tank. When that happens everyone in the family runs to see " Bruno ".

Have fun!

Ed