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Old 12/20/2007, 06:22 AM
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Re: Clams consuming nitrates?

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Originally posted by Cheebs
Does having clams in the tank actually noticably HELP with keeping nitrates low, or is the amount they consume so minute that there is no noticable effect? Think of 2-3 clams in a 75 gallon tank.
yes, they consume both N ( they can even get the N from A (NH4 )) & P but it wont be noticeable, you would probably have to fill the tank with clams before you noticed it.
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