chaeto in display tank

Discussion in 'Algae' started by DSC reef, Jan 3, 2013.

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  1. DSC reef

    DSC reef Giant Squid

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    Is it safe to put chaeto in my tank with my live rock? I don't have a fuge so I was going to put some in the tank.
     
    DSC reef, Jan 3, 2013
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  2. skurious

    skurious Sailfin Tang

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    It shouldnt hurt anything so long as it doesnt get caught in any pumps, overflows, etc...

    it might not look so pleasing either.
     
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  3. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    You certainly can. I would try and hide it behind some rockwork (but still get light obviously).
     
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  4. DSC reef

    DSC reef Giant Squid

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    I decided not to put the algae in the tank. It doesn't look good at all. Thanks for the response guys.
     
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  5. Camkha1234

    Camkha1234 Great Blue Whale

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    I have a little clump of Chaeto in my DT behind some Mangroves and rock, and it's barely noticeable.
     
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  6. sailorguy

    sailorguy Torch Coral

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    You could try to contain it in something but getting proper flow and light can be tricky,HOB refugium would be better.
     
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  7. dsmerf214

    dsmerf214 Fire Shrimp

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    Red Gracilaria is much prettier. herbivores will eat it too
     
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