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    Clown got something

    The generally accepted pH level in saltwater systems is between 7.6 and 8.4, but reef tanks are a bit more sensitive to pH and should be kept more toward higher levels.
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    There is some kind of shrimp in my tank

    Oh I agree.....Its hard to believe the mantis breaking aquarium glass...I personally have never seen it happen but just quoting an article in a fish mag shown to my at my LFS.
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    Clown got something

    You know what always works for me to get rid of ick.....when i purchase a new fish I first do a FW dip for about 1 to 2 minutes.....then I put him in QT for about 3 to 4 weeks.....if everything is good to go he makes it out to my tank
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    OOPS! In trying to rid aptasia I think I killed my corals!

    What are you trying to do? Get rid of them (aptasia)? If so i dont know where you got the lemon juice idea.....not saying it doesnt work just never heard of it.....if you are trying to get rid of them you can try these methods. INJECT THEM WITH BOILING WATER AND CALCIUM HYDROXIDE BUT EITHER...
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    What are some good books on a frist time setup?

    Saltwater Aquariums for Dummies The New Marine Aquarium by Michael S. Paletta Your First Marine Aquarium: Everything About Setting Up a Marine Aquarium, Aquarium Conditions and Maintenence, and Selecting Fish and Invertebrates (Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals) by John H. Tullock...
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    post death tank

    Maybe a water change?
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    There is some kind of shrimp in my tank

    Here is a pic of a Mantis shrimp
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    There is some kind of shrimp in my tank

    If it is a mantis shripm...you might want to get him out of there as quick as possible....I read an article which stated that there were reports of mantis shrimps tapping on the glass over and over till it cracks and breaks.........I dont know about you but for me that would not be fun at...
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    Custom Aquarium Designs

    Thanks! I want ya to know that although I have started my own forum site I still intend to stay a part of this one! I have been a part of the forum at saltwaterfish.com for a while but just recently found this one and like it more :wink:
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    Custom Aquarium Designs

    Hey thanks for the advice....dont get me wrong I respect your rules and dont want to upset anyone here so if you say I cant post like this then fine I understand.
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    Actual names for these corals?

    oops forgot to attach pic...here it is lol :oops: any comments, suggestions, complaints will be appreciated!
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    Actual names for these corals?

    one more pic of my entire tank its a 42 Gal Hex from Oceanic, I have the refrigrium filtration system, power compacts, and an 8 watt uv. 1 True Percula 1 Coral Bandit Shrimp 1 Snake Gobie 25 Hermit Crabs 10 Turbo snails 2 Horseshoe crabs
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    Actual names for these corals?

    Does anyone know the actual names for these corals? Hard to maintain?
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    Aquarium Shows?

    No I think he means like a car show type of deal but about aquariums
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    Custom Aquarium Designs

    I just want to get my site going and offer my services to the fellow hobbiest...I wont post more than once per month if thats the rule....... Thank you
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