what to keep in frag tank?

Discussion in 'Frags' started by slane15, Oct 26, 2009.

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  1. slane15

    slane15 Plankton

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    So im setting up a frag tank with only egg crate no substrate. What are the main things to have to keep detritus and algae in control? i was thinking assorted snails, serpent star, but no hermits bc it would be hard for them to maneuver thru it... any other inverts to help control excess food and algae? o yea tank is too small for a yellow tang... its only 7"H, 35"L, 20"D...egg crate about .5" raised from bottom... and should i keep any in the sump/fuge? have alot of live rock, mangroves, and a good bubble trap with foam pads inserted to block any critters from getting into return pump area... thanks for any help guys.
     
    slane15, Oct 26, 2009
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  2. Dasco

    Dasco Vagabond Butterfly

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    frag tank just needs nice flow to keep it nice and clean.
     
    Dasco, Oct 28, 2009
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  3. Gexx

    Gexx Giant Squid

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    mangroves will help with the nitrates! good choice on that one!
     
    Gexx, Oct 30, 2009
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  4. Newreef15

    Newreef15 Horrid Stonefish

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    do a setup thread with pics
     
    Newreef15, Dec 1, 2009
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  5. autogirl

    autogirl Astrea Snail

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    on mine i have good flow a few snails and a convict tang who keeps it very clean and was inexpensive to buy
     
    autogirl, Apr 26, 2010
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