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Old 06-29-2008, 08:08 PM
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I just built my 1st viv and am having issues with mold...anyone know how I can prevent this? Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks! Michelle
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more light and heat helps....and cleaning up the poo
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Mold is part of a new vivarium cycle. It is harmless and usually goes away. You can also introduce some springtails to the tank as they will eat the mold as well as other organic materials and are generally good for the tank.
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