vlondi
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I'm about to start upgrading my system now that I have a little bit of livestock and decided to do a refugium first. I know the basics of it and think I can get everything fairly cheap but am wondering about a few basic things.
First, do refugiums need to be cycled? I'll be using a brand new 10 gallon tank, new pvc pipe, and a new overflow. Hopefully I can use on of my current powerheads for the return flow. I'll also add a 4-5 inch sandbed of live sand.
Also, does it really matter what kind of algae to stick in there? I assume some of it is better for certain things; my main concern is copepod safety/breeding.
Last, are you limited to what inverts to stick in a refugium?
Thanks!
First, do refugiums need to be cycled? I'll be using a brand new 10 gallon tank, new pvc pipe, and a new overflow. Hopefully I can use on of my current powerheads for the return flow. I'll also add a 4-5 inch sandbed of live sand.
Also, does it really matter what kind of algae to stick in there? I assume some of it is better for certain things; my main concern is copepod safety/breeding.
Last, are you limited to what inverts to stick in a refugium?
Thanks!