What is this squiggly worm like thing?

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    nitewindes

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    This thing is moving very slowly around my tank on the glass... Any idea what it is?

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    And if it is harmful or not?

    Thanks to all you great people who have helped me identify all my critters.. :)
     
    nitewindes, Jul 7, 2010
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    Bifferwine I am a girl

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    Those are snail eggs. They will be eaten very soon, so enjoy them while you can. ;)
     
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    dcantucson

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    Yup! Those are snail eggs. They do kinda look like a worm though.
     
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    yote Ceritfied Mantis Hunter Moderator

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    I concur.Snail eggs.If yur lucky,1 or 2 of those thousands MIGHT make it,but I doubt it.
     
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