Torch Parasite

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I have a bunch of these that are seemingly new to my tank. One of my torch corals is somewhat retracted and seems to have some flesh receding. No pics of the coral but I removed this from my torch. Any help, if possible, would be appreciated. These are the best photos I could get without a microscope and understand the potential limitations due to quality. Thanks in advance.

Maybe red/black bugs?

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Maybe red/black bugs?
Looks like either ostracods (good) or red/black/etc. bugs (bad). For the "bugs":
Yeah, white bugs, red bugs, black bugs, etc. (coral-parasitic pods) will almost exclusively be found on their host corals. For more info on these and for some closer up pics/drawings:
 
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