Macro algae refuge tank

[AlexG]

Well I have had my tank up for a few months now and I finally pulled the trigger on adding a bunch of additional varieties of macro algae into the refuge. They have been in the tank a few days now with a little die off on a couple of species but I think they might rebound over time. I was very happy with my shipment. Here are some pictures.

 

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[Pappy]

Sweet!

 

[kes]

they are thriving!!

 

[AlexG]

Thanks I am in the process of gathering more varieties. I have spotted a few varieties I hope I can find.

 

[Nammy]

Very nice! What size tank? Looks like a 23G long.
I use to have some of the red bubble stuff (can't remember name) it's great stuff.

 

[happytobehere]

What is your lighting you use and how long do you have the lights on? I have gracillia and ulva growing in my tank under my Apollo lights. They're doing really well but they will be moving to my sump when i get my tang, haven't decided on lighting yet...

 

[AlexG]

I am running 2x65watt power compacts. I have been running the light 24x7 but I think I am going to reverse cycle the light with a timer soon. The tank is 60gallons. 48"x24"x12" I have everything pushed forward for now. I might change up the lighting to T5s in the future. I had the PC lights laying around so I thought I would put them into use.

 

[JetStarheart]

Where do you all get your macro from? All I can ever find is Chaeto. I would like a few other varieties including flame.. Ideas suggestions.. Anyone willing to part with some?

 

[AlexG]

Just an update here are some more pictures after my latest shipment.

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[AlexG]

Where do you all get your macro from? All I can ever find is Chaeto. I would like a few other varieties including flame.. Ideas suggestions.. Anyone willing to part with some?

Gulf coast ecosystems has a large variety of macro algae forsale. Onc I grow out my tank I will be willing to sell.

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[clownfitch]

Where do you all get your macro from? All I can ever find is Chaeto. I would like a few other varieties including flame.. Ideas suggestions.. Anyone willing to part with some?

reef2go.com has a decent variety as well.

 

[clownfitch]

I set my refugium up last week and still need to introduce some pods. Heres a pic

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[reefsUP]

What's the name of this one looks pretty cool with the scroll.

 

[clownfitch]

Its the CPR Aquafuge 2. Works great!

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[Rob in Puyallup]

Curious if you dose fertilizers? If not, what feeds the macro algae?

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[AlexG]

I don't use any fertilizer. I feed my fish heavily and rely on that to feed the plants.

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[Rob in Puyallup]

Seems to be working very well. I'm impressed!

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