id on this hydno pest?

[dallast]

just wondered if anyone knew what this was infesting my hydnophora? there are 3 or 4 of these tube-like growths on my coral. they are quite flexible when hit with the baster. i did notice that one of them eventually healed completely.
i will assume tube worm of some variety, but not sure.

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/589/5619hydno_problem12.jpg

thanks in advance!

[opihi]

can't really help here. have you posted in dr. ron's forum for an ID?

honestly, the picture looks like receeding tissue to me.

[dallast]

you know, that's what i thought too. but after watching one particular spot completely heal back up, i was not sure.

i shall try there. thanks!

[Nanighan]

looks like a nice hydno though! :)

[TippyToeX]

I have no idea but I agree with Ron, that is a nice hydno! :D

[dallast]

wow, ron shimek actually responded to my post! but sadly, the image was not clear enough for him. he thought a tube worm was the likely culprit. curse you, 1.0 megapixel handycam!

that canon digital rebel will soon be mine!