But at what amount will it kill algae considering it takes copper and other metals out of the water. My theory being to add enough copper to kill the inverts but not the algae and guessing that which wouldn’t kill fish likely a safe dosage to not kill algae. Plants are used to remove heavy metals although we’d likely need to experiment for our specific use yet it seems to be a solution to buying from unknown sources or even those claiming to be pest free since in the fine print they remove liability that there might still be hitchhikers.
But why leave it out unless it will harm the Macroalgae? Seeking an option on obtaining a source when getting it from clean sources aren't available or too pricey and why I ask.
Copper will kill macroalgae. At exactly what concentration, I don’t know. Do an experiment and you tell us.
If I recall Algae barn had an article that warned against dipping macros. . . in my experience best way to get clean macro algae is to just clean it yourself. . . I have bough handfuls here and there, and just pick the cleanest in the bunch and go through it with a "fine toothed comb" (figuratively speaking of course). Then throw out any bits that seem suspect.
I grasp the best internet response is “do it and let us know” but that’s why I’m asking if another has done it. We all know we can test it ourselves but perhaps at the moment not practical and why I ask for others who might have. That’s the response I’m seeking.
But were they talking about copper dips or perhaps FW which I’ve seen some trying with mixed results?
Was this copper at a level to kill Ich for example?
Except Algae Barn doesn’t always have what I’m seeking. Why I’m asking about using copper.
Aiptasia one of my main concerns. Bristol worms the other as well as any other pests that might have hitched a ride including Ich
If you want to include 100% removal of ich, I suggest you quarantine for 72 days and that might not be enough time. When I started in his hobby, the scientific literature said 14 days.
Understand the 72 days but copper with tank transfer another method as well as using sediment filters and just seeking knowledge beyond what is assumed most know and perhaps dips in copper can rid pests like worms.
Want to try Pom Pom which isn’t always available plus spring to fall there’s also a possibility of acquiring Gracilaria locally off the reef. No clue what exact species but I also want the option to obtain from other reefers should that be the only option available.
