Trickle over rock

Discussion in 'Live Rock' started by LCP136, Dec 14, 2008.

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  1. LCP136

    LCP136 Sailfin Tang

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    In my wet/dry, I replaced my bio balls with live rock. THe rock is about 1/3 underwater, 2/3 under a heavy trickle. Is there any benefit to a trickle. or would it be just beneficial to have it completely underwater. I ask this because I want to move the rock down underwater and put a purple lobster in there.
     
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  2. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    There is a benefit to having both. Anaerobic bacteria and aerobic bacteria...
     
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  3. 10acrewoods

    10acrewoods Fire Goby

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    Yes lots more o2 in the water. very good set up.
     
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  4. LCP136

    LCP136 Sailfin Tang

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    So I should have both. Would it be okay if I had something like 2/3 under 1/3 over?
     
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