So I have what I think is Cyano bacteria covering a lot of my gravel. I was told copepods would eat it. But aside from that, they perform other beneficial functions anyway. So even besides Cyano control, I feel like it's probably a good idea to colonize them. I have seen almost none in my tank so far. It is a well established tank...at least 18 months and probably longer (I inherited it from someone else). Water quality is very good.
Is there anything specific I need to know? Are there certain species I should be focusing on? Is there a process I should familiarize myself with before starting? It looks like the normal process is to buy bottles of them in larval stages and then grow them in the rocks and substrate. My substrate is black hawaiian sand (shallow...like 1/4" average across the bottom). My tank (pictured) is a 50 gallon acrylic wedge.
Can anyone recommend specific brands?
Is there anything specific I need to know? Are there certain species I should be focusing on? Is there a process I should familiarize myself with before starting? It looks like the normal process is to buy bottles of them in larval stages and then grow them in the rocks and substrate. My substrate is black hawaiian sand (shallow...like 1/4" average across the bottom). My tank (pictured) is a 50 gallon acrylic wedge.
Can anyone recommend specific brands?