Inverts and Bioload

[saltwaterdude]

Is it true that inverts such as urchins, snails, shrimp, and clams don't add to the bioload?
If so, why not?

 

[saltyrich]

The do add to the bioload, but it is not considered significant. Also many criiters like crabs will eat other inverts droppings. I've read something about snail droppings on this board and it was explaining why it does not contribute to the bioload. Try a search on bioload. Nevertheless it is minimal and I would not get concerned about it.

 

[nm reef]

The amount of waste they generate is counter balanced by the amount of waste they consume....at least thats the way I look at it.