no live sand

Discussion in 'Algae' started by Brunella, Dec 21, 2008.

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  1. Brunella

    Brunella Plankton

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    I took my live sand completely out. I dont have any! I have crushed kaelini at the bottom of my tank but not much. My algae problem isnt completely out of hand, but I do a lot of cleaning. Was thinking of getting a coral beauty to graze but is there any way I can mainitain adequate biofiltration w/o adding pounds upon pounds of live sand? I just hate the filth.
     
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  3. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    more live rock. great skimmer(mechanical but the biological doesn't have to work as hard with it).
     
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    BB tanks also prosper
     
  5. Brunella

    Brunella Plankton

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