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I looked into my tank just moments ago, and saw my starfish up on the glass. There is something coming out of it's center. What is it? My first thought was that it was laying eggs (I just got it a week or 2 ago.) but I wasn't sure. Here is a pic.

Really? The tank's is an Oceanic BioCube and its dimensions are 20"l x 20.75"w x 19.25"h. Would that change anything since the light doesn't have as far to travel to the bottom? A question I forgot to ask last night: The third filter chamber had the bio balls in it which I removed. I was going...

Hey thanks! That gives me an idea of what to purchase. I was way off about the lighting. It actually has one 36 watt True Actinic, one 36 watt 10,000 k, and the lunar lights. How would this change my coral selections?

Well, my new tank has cycled and everyone has move over to their new home. So far, they are enjoying all of the space! I do have some questions though. 1) What should I have for a cleanup crew? The tank is 29 gallons, but is rather compact. I wouldn't want any big, humongous snails or anything...

I am now ready to purchase the RO/DI unit. Is the one I previously suggested a good choice, or would I be better off getting some other one? They have some that are a bit more expensive that says 0ppm. Would this be money well spent, or would it just be a waste? Thanks!

Well my order arrived this evening. Everything appears to be well except for the salt mix. There was a small hole in the bag and it leaked onto everything. It also appeared to be damp. I contacted the Dr.'s Foster & Smith customer support folks who are going to send me a new bag. Other than...

Really?! I always thought that would harm the newly forming bacteria.

I am about to place my order for everything but the LR, RO/DI unit, and the skimmer. I will order the LR after I receive the dry goods to reduce die-off and the skimmer after the tank is cycled. My question is about the water. Should I hold off on starting the tank until I buy the RO/DI unit, or...

If the calcium is too high, I will just try to find something else. I haven't placed my order yet.

Sorry that it has taken me so long to reply. I have had time to read what you all have advised, I just haven't had time to shop around. How do these products sound? How would this for water movement? Anyone have any experience with these? As for the protein skimmer, I will definitely look into...

I have decided to once again setup a larger tank. I am planning on replacing my 12 Gallon JBJ Nano Cube (as it has been given me nothing but headaches recently) with a 29 Gallon Oceanic Bio Cube which I have already purchased. I will be starting from scratch with new sand, water, live rock...

When I use the "FI Apple Blue" theme, the link to the articles does not work It says that the server cannot be found. Also, no matter what theme I use, the links section does not work. Whenever I click on a link to the category, it simply reloads the page. Just thought you should know!

The original bulbs that came with the tank. I believe that they are both 50/50.

Nope. No corals. Would the 10k still be a good idea? Will it help with coraline growth?

Those were the most recognizable brand name on there. I have heard of the others, but I am not so sure of their quality. Any Ideas on which bulb combination I should get?