Some type of white parasites swimming in tank alot

[netopr]

Hi, I introduced my cleaning crew today, around 14 turbo snails, some emerald, etc
I noticed some tiny like bubble parasite swimming in the tank........ they are white or clear color...... Are these bad ???

 

[netopr]

The only fish I have is a Jawfish and he is eating these stuf or "parasites"
I also have a coral banded shrimp

 

[mcbdz]

If your fish is eating them sound ok to me. Probly soome type of pod.

 

[netopr]

I found a post reffering them as baby shrimp... They look like the same to me..

 

[nycbob]

yeah its probablt copepods. how long did u hv ur tank?

 

[smartorl]

They may be babies from the coral banded. If so, great food for the fish in the tank. I don't think you can be totally sure so I would just keep an eye open for anything strange going on however. It never hurts to be extra safe.

 

[netopr]

my tank has been running around half a year just with the sand,,, then with the live rock its been around 1 or 2 months...

 

[babeeclown]

sounds like your taking it slow! good job!

the "little bugs" also sound like your tank is doing well! i wouldn't worry about much just keep a eye out! it amazing what you'll see!