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Lines in fog on glass

MarcNem

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Hey folks. I have posted this in a few diff forums to get the most feedback as possible.

Check this out. I picked up a few Yuri imis a few weeks ago. I currently have them in quarantine. Yesterday I misted their tank and a little while later I saw little squiggly lines all over the fog on the glass. I could see very small white bugs about the size of a pin head on the glass. I have no idea what they are. Years ago I have seen these same lines in my glass, but they were 1/8" white worms.
In this case, this is a brand new tank with new sphagnum moss and a lil oak leaf litter. Luckily, I haven't seen this in any of my other tanks.
I haven't treated the frogs with anything yet. I am waiting for my Metronidizole and Panacur, it should be here any day.
BTW- these were CB frogs. I guess this just re-enforces the notion to QT everyone and everything!

Any ideas what these insects/parasites are?

Here is a quick pic.

knoxter-albums-misc-pics-picture105-lines-frog.jpg



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slowfoot

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I would guess that it's some type of nematode or small worm - I had a similar issue in one of my newt tanks.

There's an easy way to find out though: sneak up on the tank at night when all the lights are off, get really close, then suddenly turn all the lights on. Hopefully, whatever it is will be out and about and you'll get a good look at the culprit ;)
 
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