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refugium

refugium

9.9
A small tank joined to an aquarium that shelters tiny animals and helps clean the water
  • noun
  • /rɪˈfjuːdʒiəm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : refugio
  • The aquarium features a refugium for small fish.

Examples

  • Many aquarists use a refugium to grow beneficial plants and support delicate species.

  • A well-maintained refugium can improve water quality in a saltwater aquarium.

  • She installed a refugium to help control algae and provide shelter for small invertebrates.

  • Many aquarists use a refugium to enhance water quality.

  • The marine biologist designed a refugium to ensure the small fish could thrive without predation.

  • By creating a refugium, the aquarist provided a safe space for the delicate coral to grow.

  • The aquarium featured a refugium that housed various invertebrates and helped maintain water quality.

How Specialized

refugium
  • Specialized
9.9
sump
  • Specialized
1 8.2
compartment
150 3.3
aquarium
115 2.7

Surface Forms

refugium singular
refugia plural

Etymology

Refugium comes from the Latin parts re- 'back' and fugere 'to flee', and in aquariums it means a small safe space inside the tank, like an internal refuge. This lets delicate animals and plants hide and helps the main tank stay healthy.