Critters for the fuge?

ryansweet · 04/26/2009, 03:10 PM

Ok I know that when LR is introduced to a newly set up aquarium things start to grow and multiply. Is it the same for a refugium? If I introduce a macroalgae will pods start growing and multiplying or do I need to introduce a population of pods to start the cycle off? Also, any other helpful tips on starting a fuge would be very welcomed and appreciated!!!
Thanks everyone

jkt182 · 04/26/2009, 03:36 PM

Pods will reproduce in a steady environment. After your cycle is done you may wait about 3 months and then add some more pods. What I recommend is just getting 3-6 different chaeto from other members in your area and your critter load will be pretty diverse.

ryansweet · 04/26/2009, 06:01 PM

Sorry I need to update my "current tanks" info. I am up and running and past "cycles" in both aquariums. What I meant by "start the cycle off" was the cycle of pods breeding. Cheato is a good macro, anything else?

Aquarist007 · 04/26/2009, 06:43 PM

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Originally posted by ryansweet
Sorry I need to update my "current tanks" info. I am up and running and past "cycles" in both aquariums. What I meant by "start the cycle off" was the cycle of pods breeding. Cheato is a good macro, anything else?

the pods are in the water column---the purpose of the fuge is to give them a safe haven to reproduce and increase their numbers before they are eaten.
You can feed them a couple of times a week with a cap full of phytoplankton like DT's

04/26/2009, 03:10 PM	#1
ryansweet Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Indianapolis/Greenwood Posts: 147	Critters for the fuge? Ok I know that when LR is introduced to a newly set up aquarium things start to grow and multiply. Is it the same for a refugium? If I introduce a macroalgae will pods start growing and multiplying or do I need to introduce a population of pods to start the cycle off? Also, any other helpful tips on starting a fuge would be very welcomed and appreciated!!! Thanks everyone __________________ I believe the purpose of life is to be happy - Dalai Lama Current Tank Info: 34gal RSM, stayed with the stock plug and play it came with for now. Pearl Bubble, Green Bird's Nest, Various Zoa's, Various Ricordia, Starry Blenny, Sixline Wrasse, Watchman Goby/Pistol symbiont on order

04/26/2009, 03:36 PM	#2
jkt182 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 77	Pods will reproduce in a steady environment. After your cycle is done you may wait about 3 months and then add some more pods. What I recommend is just getting 3-6 different chaeto from other members in your area and your critter load will be pretty diverse. __________________ DFWMAS member hobby time: 10 years 90g DAS corner mixed reef w. Kessil AP700 lighting, BRS 2-part dosing system, ACIII, & more!

04/26/2009, 06:01 PM	#3
ryansweet Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Indianapolis/Greenwood Posts: 147	Sorry I need to update my "current tanks" info. I am up and running and past "cycles" in both aquariums. What I meant by "start the cycle off" was the cycle of pods breeding. Cheato is a good macro, anything else? __________________ I believe the purpose of life is to be happy - Dalai Lama Current Tank Info: 34gal RSM, stayed with the stock plug and play it came with for now. Pearl Bubble, Green Bird's Nest, Various Zoa's, Various Ricordia, Starry Blenny, Sixline Wrasse, Watchman Goby/Pistol symbiont on order