Peppermints in a Fuge

[jumpfrog]

I added 5 peppermint shrimp to my fuge with the thought being that the eggs they lay would flow into the main system and provide a treat for the fish.
Now I'm starting to second guess the decision as I'm concerned the peps might be decimating my pod population.
Any thoughts on this?

 

[reefnut]

How big is the refuge?? I keep 2 in my 40g refuge for Aiptasia control and have plenty of pods but 5 may be a bit much.

 

[dennycrane]

Peps are voratious predators (for shrimp)

. I would seriously consider moving them to your tank as your instincts are right. The egg thing is a good idea, but not a benefit greater than the loss of your pods. IMO, the best fuges lack fish, shrimp and even mysids. DSB and LR with some good ole algae - that's all I do.
Aptasia in your fuge, IMO, isn't a bad thing if you have things like butterflies and pep shrimp in your main tank.

 

[jumpfrog]

28 gallon rubbermaid.
I think it's off to the display tank for them. 2 may be more than safe in that small a space.
Thanks for your input.
Denny......... ever do any shopping at Aquarium Designs in Hoover. Tien has done a great job with that place since he move. :cheer:

 

[dennycrane]

Actually, I just talked to him. I'm going there today to drop off a clownfish that has a serious attitude problem and an urchin that has grown a little large for the tank. It's a nice place, though a little $$. He really has a great coral selection.