What is this stuff???

[Drew Palagyi]

I have stuff growing on my snails. I have had feather dusters start on them before but I can't identify this. Three of my turbo snails have this and it looks like rice but tiny. I would love any insight on this and weather it is normal or not. Thanks,
Drew

 

[lmforbis]

Looks kind of like pineapple sponges.

 

[bang guy]

Colonial Tunicate.

 

[Drew Palagyi]

here is another picture. Are they harmful?

 

[Drew Palagyi]

So the question that I would like to ask then is is this harmful to my snails and or tank? Do I get rid of them?

 

[spanko]

Harmless filter feeders. Probably die out on their own. Enjoy the diversity!

 

[Drew Palagyi]

Thanks spanko! I actually am fascinated by all that grows in the saltwater tank. I love it! Thank you all for your support.