My questions revolve around moving a 32g biocube (<1 hr) and how to handle asterina starfish and bryopsis.
I've done freshwater for 30 years, and been keeping a 13 gallon nano saltwater for almost a year. An opportunity came up to rescue a 32g Biocube (1 clown, few corals) but it has starfish and bryopsis.
I have read extensively on this site about a move and think I have that under control, but it will be my first ever move.
Should I house the fish and coral in a large pail or tote while starting cube from scratch, or move it all intact and tackle the issues once moved? Clean tank, sand, etc with a new cycle, and then eventually move fish and corals from temporary home? One large coral may be quite fixed to the rock. I could chisel it but assume I would just import a problem into a newly started tank.
Suggestions?
I appreciate your knowledge and taking the time to respond.
Crom.
I've done freshwater for 30 years, and been keeping a 13 gallon nano saltwater for almost a year. An opportunity came up to rescue a 32g Biocube (1 clown, few corals) but it has starfish and bryopsis.
I have read extensively on this site about a move and think I have that under control, but it will be my first ever move.
Should I house the fish and coral in a large pail or tote while starting cube from scratch, or move it all intact and tackle the issues once moved? Clean tank, sand, etc with a new cycle, and then eventually move fish and corals from temporary home? One large coral may be quite fixed to the rock. I could chisel it but assume I would just import a problem into a newly started tank.
Suggestions?
I appreciate your knowledge and taking the time to respond.
Crom.