After reading volumes on refugia, I am still a little iffy on the idea. As I see it, the idea is provide space for the little bugs (copopods, amphipods etc) and isolate algae so as to outcompete any alge in the show tank.
My situation is that with the space I have available, I'd be able to make about a 3" x 3" refuge in my 10 gallon sump. Is it still a worthwhile adventure? I'd have to cut the plexi and silicone it in which is no real problem, but placement becomes an issue. I want the refuge placed in front of the skimmer and the return to prevent any possible seeding of the show tank. Or am I just full of concern for no real reason and should just make the refuge and the heck with placement?
Off topic...how do I insert pic's in the window here? I can't copy and paste from my pictures.....grrr....so when you're done laughing at the forum rookie, could you please let me know? Tanks!
My situation is that with the space I have available, I'd be able to make about a 3" x 3" refuge in my 10 gallon sump. Is it still a worthwhile adventure? I'd have to cut the plexi and silicone it in which is no real problem, but placement becomes an issue. I want the refuge placed in front of the skimmer and the return to prevent any possible seeding of the show tank. Or am I just full of concern for no real reason and should just make the refuge and the heck with placement?
Off topic...how do I insert pic's in the window here? I can't copy and paste from my pictures.....grrr....so when you're done laughing at the forum rookie, could you please let me know? Tanks!
