CUC Suggestions

Discussion in 'Algae' started by TheBatesTank, Apr 3, 2014.

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  1. TheBatesTank

    TheBatesTank Plankton

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    Hey guys, this noob has a quick question. What do you think would be a good cuc for a 20 gallon reef tank that has zoas and acans? I have a blenny, my only issue is the brown sand that sometimes occurs when moved around...Im not worried about the glass to much.
     
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  3. civiccars2003

    civiccars2003 Great Blue Whale

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    Check out reef cleaners. They are the best when it comes to cuc.
     
  4. ivanbosk

    ivanbosk Feather Duster

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    IMO I'd stay away from hermits, or actually, any crabs. My tank has done so much better with just snails.
     
  5. TheBatesTank

    TheBatesTank Plankton

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    Thanks for the quick reply! I will check reef cleaners :) I have heard that crabs/hermits will eat some coral so Im staying away from them, lol. What snails would be good to clean sand...was it turbos?How many do you recommend. Sorry to ask so many questions but Ive read so much in the past three months that everything is merging together.
     
  6. Steven896s

    Steven896s Bristle Worm

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    Just do the recommended amount for your size tank on reefcleaners.org
     
  7. RutgersReef

    RutgersReef Bristle Worm

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    dwarf cerith are great for stirring sand, and stay very small. I have had great success with them in the past. A few nassarius will help keep the sang bed stirred as well, but keep in mind these snails do not eat algae so keep them to a minimum. 3- 5 would do it for nassarius, you can have more dwarf ceriths.
     
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  9. civiccars2003

    civiccars2003 Great Blue Whale

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    Try this...
    Quick Crew (20 Long)
     
  10. TheBatesTank

    TheBatesTank Plankton

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    Okay great! Thank you so much for the help :-D. I will be getting a few snails tonight, lol.