These fireworms are errant (roving) carnivores that can cause much damage in a reef tank. ... For these reasons preventing these destructive worms from accidentally getting into, or removing them when found in a saltwater aquarium system is recommended.

What is the difference between bristle worm and fireworm?

Bristle Worms are a type of segmented worm that is generally viewed to be beneficial to a marine aquarium. Fireworms are a particular type of Bristle Worm and generally viewed as a pest to your typical saltwater reef tank. All fireworms are Bristle Worms but not all Bristle Worms are Fireworms.

Are tube worms bad for reef tank?

We've hated vermetids for as long as we've been reefing, and now science has given us the last nail in the coffin for this unwanted aquarium critter. Since they can't move around, vermetid snails instead employ a unique by annoying form of filter feeding. ...