Little Bugs?

[row]

I noticed today some little bugs running in and out of my L/R. They are white/clear and look to have about 5-8 legs per side. They are also about 1/8 to 1/4 of an inch in length. I have tried to take a picture but they move to fast and my camera is a piece of garbage. If anyone has any information or knows what they are please let me know.
Thanks

 

[jason888]

i would say pods

 

[sign guy]

they are copods. good infact most people get a fuge just to grow these little guys

 

[rackyrane]

Sounds like copepods. Do a search on this site and you can find lots of info on them. They are a good thing.

 

[row]

O.K. thanks. I didn't know copepods got that large, I thought they were very small, almost microscopic. Thanks again for the info.

 

[socal57che]

Like these?

 

[row]

That is exactly what they look like. Thanks

 

[reefnut]

Those are Amphipods... still good to have!!

 

[row]

Do mandarin fish eat those?

 

[socal57che]

Yes, but do you have enough to support his diet and for how long?

 

[row]

I am going to wait at least another 6 months to get one, I was just wondering if those were acceptable for their diet.