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trilinearmipmap
05-26-2005, 04:50 PM
Yesterday I fed my open brain some mysis, a large (at least 6") bristleworm came out from a nearby rock, climbed over the open brain, and stole the mysis.

I have left my bristleworms alone because they are supposed to be harmless but I understand without feeding the brain (Trachyphyllia sp.) will die.

Anyway I'm considering trapping the bristleworm but want to hear some input on this, I don't want to move the open brain.

Bob I
05-26-2005, 04:55 PM
Bristleworms will do that. That is why I occasionally get rid of the larger ones. However, I don't think you need to worry about the Brain. I have never target fed mine, and it shows no inclination to die. :biggrin:

trilinearmipmap
05-26-2005, 05:30 PM
Thanks, Bob.

I was thinking of getting a piece of clear tubing and sealing one end and baiting it to make a bristleworm trap.

Zerandise
05-26-2005, 05:48 PM
I just feed a bit extra to feed my bristle worm farm....