I just finished building a sump/ refuge ( 29 gallons- biggest size that fits under tank). I plan to replace it with an old refuge ( 20 gallons), because I want more water volume. My question is the following- my current refuge is partitioned in half- one part dsb and the other mud, it also contains macro algae. When installing the new fuge which is the same format as my current one, what is the best way to transfer my dsb and mineral mud with the less amount of damaged done to the microorganisms ( anaerobic bacteria, pods, etc..)? I really don't have much of a plan on how to do the transfer- I was just planning to scoop it up with a soup spoon and try my best not to expose the interior of the dsb and mud. Any suggestions??
thx- djpj
thx- djpj