Worms in Tank

[rst]

Not sure where they came from, but I found them while I was cleaning my tank tonight. They are pretty small (1cm long) and sort of a white - clear color. The fish didn't seem to want to eat them, but I don't know if this means anything or even if they are detrimental to the tank at all. What are they??

 

[exhumed07]

well it might be an intestinal worm. kinda like a round worm. I've found them in the small streams around my house. thats all I could think of.

 

[Helena21]

Planaria worms - harmless

 

[Big Vine]

Planaria worms - harmless

I concur.
Being careful not to overfeed and staying vigilant on keeping up with water changes and gravel vacuuming will help eliminate these harmless little critters.

BV