Planaria??!! C'mon, why is it so hard for me to keep newts???

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caitlin

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Why does it seem that I am having the most difficulty starting the hobby of newt keeping? I just started up a new tank for my two fire bellys. I put sand in it this time. As it was cycling, I noticed small wiggly worms, from an eighth to a quarter of an inch long, very thin and whitish tan in color. All over. TODAY however I noticed a PLANARIA just wondering around like he was supposed to be there. WHERE THE HECK DID ALL THESE WORMS COME FROM? Are they harmful to newts? How can I get rid of them? I was thinking of doing a full tank cleanse and let it sit out dry a few days, or finding a chemical to kill the worms. What do you recommend? I'm at my wits end!
 
There´s no need to freak out...
I´ve been told they are harmless...
I was quite surprised to find planaria in my tank too...but it seems to be a VERY common thing...As long as you don´t have a huge infestation or notice this worms over your newts, you shouldn´t have to worry. Let it be...
 
Alright, what about the tiny worms then? I am just afraid of them becoming parasitic to my newts. Especially if they eat them. Any ideas? Thanks.
 
Probably flat worms that came with some of the plants. As far as I know also not harmful to the newts.
 
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