Need help to identify worms

[elevtok]

Hi guys. I have a few of this worms in my shrimp tank. May I know what is it and are they dangerous?ImageUploadedByTapatalk1449808466.230785.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1449808474.382015.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1449808482.467421.jpg

Thank you.


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[Urban Aquaria]

Those are usually one of many variants of detritus worms, mostly harmless. They help to consume excess food and brrakdown waste in the substrate.

Small fishes will hunt and snack on them if they are hungry enough. Can be a source of live food for certain fish fry too.

[elevtok]

Thanks Urban Aquaria!


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