Chaeto trimming?

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by Travis45, Oct 8, 2010.

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  1. Travis45

    Travis45 Scooter Blennie

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    I currently have a 20 gallon tank setup as my fuge. My chaeto has grown into about the size of a basketball in my fuge. Now should I trim it back because I don't know how much flow is actually making it through the massive ball it has become?
     
    Travis45, Oct 8, 2010
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  2. yamaharider73

    yamaharider73 Kole Tang

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    I would keep it trimmed back some. by trimming it you will be giving the new chaeto room to grow in and absorb the extra nutrients in the tank.
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I think you can cut out what you don't want.
     
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  4. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    I just pull out the top bits every couple days, since cyano grows on it.
     
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