I added a medium to large brittle sea star to my tank about 2 weeks ago. For the first week all was quiet -- I'd see him curled up under the live rock during the day, and crawling about at night looking for food. Then, about 3 days ago I realized that I hadn't see him (or her) lately.
I began to suspect foul play, then found evidence of his demise today -- a segment of arm laying on the substrate. I've been unable to locate the rest of his remains, but he is presumed dead. Based on a forensic analysis of the arm, he appears to have been eaten.
So, who is the guilty party? Here is the short list of suspects that remain at large:
1 Hippo Tang
(The largest fish in the tank, but very timid.)
2 Ocellaris Clowns
(Too slow and cute to be guilty, if you ask me.)
1 Bi-color Blenny
(He's been looking quite full lately, he's a bit of a loner, and he's
been nipping at my leathers. He's the top suspect at the moment.)
3 Hermit crabs
(Sure, they have shifty eyes, but they seem too small to pose a
serious threat.)
Any information that leads to the identification of the culprit is greatly appreciated.
I began to suspect foul play, then found evidence of his demise today -- a segment of arm laying on the substrate. I've been unable to locate the rest of his remains, but he is presumed dead. Based on a forensic analysis of the arm, he appears to have been eaten.
So, who is the guilty party? Here is the short list of suspects that remain at large:
1 Hippo Tang
(The largest fish in the tank, but very timid.)
2 Ocellaris Clowns
(Too slow and cute to be guilty, if you ask me.)
1 Bi-color Blenny
(He's been looking quite full lately, he's a bit of a loner, and he's
been nipping at my leathers. He's the top suspect at the moment.)
3 Hermit crabs
(Sure, they have shifty eyes, but they seem too small to pose a
serious threat.)
Any information that leads to the identification of the culprit is greatly appreciated.