bubbles from sandbed???

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  1. Viper3166

    Viper3166 Feather Duster

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    the last few days i noticed that i have tiny bubbles in and ontop of my sandbed, thought they might go away, they do release themselves here and there, but not sure what to do, tank was cycled alittle over 2 months ago, should i stir up or just let them be?? i have 140lbs of Arag-Alive Reef Sand fiji and carribbean mixed here is a photo from a post on an old forum i found looks just like it.

    live sand bubbles
     
    Viper3166, Jan 22, 2008
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  2. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    Perfectly normal in a new tank. Just leave it be. How many inches of sand have you go?
     
    amcarrig, Jan 22, 2008
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  3. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    I've read that nitrification of, well, nitrates causes nitrate to become liberated as nitrogen gas. Maybe that's what you're seeing? If it is, try to collect it and use it to fill your auto tires.
     
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  4. Viper3166

    Viper3166 Feather Duster

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    2-2.5 inches
     
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  5. argan

    argan Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    sounds like nitrogen bubbles to me
     
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  6. Viper3166

    Viper3166 Feather Duster

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    so i just let them go, i do have a goby that sifts the sand.
     
    Viper3166, Jan 22, 2008
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  7. reef_guru

    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    the nitrogen bubbles mean that your sand is coming alive, all is good
     
    reef_guru, Jan 22, 2008
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  8. Viper3166

    Viper3166 Feather Duster

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    Sweet thanks guys as always.
     
    Viper3166, Jan 23, 2008
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