Can pods survive without light?

[NY Acrylics]

Hi,

Can a pod population thrive being in total darkness most of the time? Thanks.

 

[kimoyo]

Sorry was logged into the wrong account, but still have the question. Thanks.

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

Paul I think the light is only for the macro, pods eat plankton and microscopic organisms to stay alive. I would say yes.

 

[kimoyo]

Thanks Chief! all I needed to know.

 

[masterswimmer]

Paul, you know the location of my sump (under my workbench). It only receives ambient room light. The pods in there are crawling all over each other. Not to mention bristle worms, micro stars, stomatella snails, etc.