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Diatoms

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by mpivit, Feb 17, 2013.

  1. Feb 17, 2013 #1
    mpivit Dubuque

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    As expected after replacing my sand bed diatoms started to form on the substrate. People have asked in the past what works for diatoms and the fighting conch is occasionally recommended. Below is a picture that illustrates why.
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  2. Feb 17, 2013 #2
    mpivit Dubuque

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    [​IMG]
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  3. Feb 17, 2013 #3
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    very cool. Looks like that thing is a diatom mowing machine.
     
  4. Feb 17, 2013 #4
    mpivit Dubuque

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    He is! It worked its way systematically from one side of the tank to the other and back again devouring all diatoms in its path.
     
  5. Feb 17, 2013 #5
    Big John

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    They work great, I had 2 in my 125.
     

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