Chritters in my cheato

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I noticed these ... tube worm thingies ... In my refugiium Cheato. They likely came in with some other macro alge I brought in from the wild. Anyone know what they are? Good, bad or ugly?
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Micro feather dusters are abundant in my 25 year cryptic refugium. I consider them a healthy bioindicator.
 

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@Subsea thanks for your reply. Take a look a this video and see if you still think featherduster. They move more lite a crab or animal.
Your video didn’t post. However, I went back and looked at closeup of your initial picture and see what looks like 4 capture mechanisms instead of filter feeding feathers.
 

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@Subsea thanks for your reply. Take a look a this video and see if you still think featherduster. They move more lite a crab or animal. YouTube link below.

I think a type of suspension feeding hydroid


“In conclusion, hydroids in reef tanks present both challenges and opportunities for aquarists. By understanding their biology, ecological role, and management strategies, it’s possible to harness their benefits while mitigating their risks. A balanced approach, emphasizing ecosystem health and stability, allows these fascinating organisms to become a valuable part of the reef tank community, contributing to its diversity and vitality.”
 
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These are not Hydroids, or feather dusters of any sort. They appear to be some sort of tube worm, but I'm still searching to figure out what kind as I am definitely curious at this point. I'm leaning towards a decorator/plumed worm or a ornate tube worm of some sort.
 
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