what should i add to my refugium

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  1. vincer20

    vincer20 Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    im still in the building /planning stages, but wanted to know what you guys think. i will be adding a 5 inch sb and some chaeto what else should i add?
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    You have an excellent stocking list there. If you have nuisance algae in the tank add it to the refugium to help it keep the algae out of the DT.
     
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  3. john1948

    john1948 Feather Duster

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    A couple of mangroves would compliment the chaeto and help in the reduction of nitrates and phosphates.
     
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  4. vincer20

    vincer20 Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    is it true that mangroves roots will break my glass?
     
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  5. 1.0reef

    1.0reef Giant Squid

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    no most likely not mangroves are great put some macro algae in there to!
     
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  6. vincer20

    vincer20 Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    so this is my list

    1 penny macro algae
    5 red mangroves
    and chaeto w/pods
     
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  7. Powerman

    Powerman Giant Squid

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    I have never heard a good explaination as to why you should run Mangroves and Macro algae. They acomplish the same job, but have different needs. I would love to hear one.
     
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  8. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    Only if you let the roots grow into the corners of your tank and through the silicone. That's why most people have them on a floating bit of styrofoam or in a basket, so they can see the ends of the roots.
     
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  9. SushiGirl

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    Is penny macroalgae something you're getting for just 1 cent?
    You may want to find out exactly what kind of algae it is, as not all are desirable.
     
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  10. vincer20

    vincer20 Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    i dont know its from reef cleaners.org
     
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