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Just curious, I am coming up on two years, but wondering if that is still getting started or if I have moved into whatever we consider the next phase. There is still so much to learn and try, but there is a certain level of maturity and stability to the tank now. SRC<><

Scopas Tang -- love that fish. Makes so much nuisance algae disappear. I have had Starry Night and Lawnmower Blenny before, but the Scopas is a gentler fish, with a bigger appetite and maybe even better eyes for seeking out green algaes to gobble up. When I see people with green hair algae...

Been running since late January. CPR skimmer and refugium hanging on back. Penn Plax Cascade 1000. Torch, Candy Canes, leathers and purple Nepthea in tank.

And how do you know if you have enough flow? SRC

I have instant ocean marine chips, omega one flakes with garlic and variety of frozen food. I tried frozen brine shrimp today and omega one with garlic with no luck. Supposedly that is what they were feeding at LFS. SRC

The aquatop skimmer with uv sterilizer that I was planning on getting is not available anymore from my dealer. What is the best value for HOB skimmer? SRC

What does this mean?

Used live sand and all the filth and bacteria that came with that would be on the floss in my canister filter. No spikes, but obviously the bacteria are doing their job. SRC <><

Anyone know how? Do I just chop up garlic? Can I used 100% processed garlic from a tube or jar? SRC <><

Just started the nitrogen cycle. How long do I have to wait before adding clean up crews, like hermit crabs for example? SRC <><

How many pounds of live rock and live sand do you need for a FOWLR tank that will eventually go reef? I have 40 pounds of live sand and 55 pounds of DIY live rock that is still being leached out. I plan to start with two / three fish until I have a need for a CUC and then add corals when I...

I have run a 55 gallon freshwater for 7 years and I have finally decided to make the jump into saltwater. My plan is to build slow and enjoy the process. My tank is all tempered glass, so I won't drill it to run a sump. I cleaned the outside with windex, I will clean the inside with vinegar...

This reflector with bulbs in 70.00 dollars on line and is supposed to be 1000 watts. -- Flashpoint Cool Light 4 -16" Reflector with Four 55W Fluorescent Bulbs, 1000 Watt Equivalent I have seen CFL bulbs with 5500k color and 45 watts. That would be 180 watts. I have seen 5500k lights as...

for a 55 gallon tank. My current stand has a center divider that carries much of the weight and can not be removed. So if I keep my stand, I can use only one side for the stand for the sump. What is the minimum requirement for a 55 gallon? SRC<><

Does a sump tank have to be glass or acrylic?

1. I want to go reef, live rock, small fish, and some inverts, and corals. I have a standard fluorescent hood. What is the best bang for the buck on appropriate lighting? With that, I keep seeing reefs with no hoods but suspended lights, is that really the way to go? 2. I have read about...

I keep reading great articles and seeing great photos of fish and set ups and I want to "like" them like on facebook to say, "Hi Five, Cool Fish". But I then remember there isn't one. So many cool fish and so many great set ups, and just wish there was easy way to give props. SRC <><

I wish there was a button that I could push that would cut my three filters for a timed period, say 20 minutes and then would automatically turn back on. I like to have the filters off when I feed, but I also don't like to have to crawl around in the tank stand plugging and unplugging. Often...

Howdy! Found the app, then I found the site. Been keeping fish since 1990. Worked at three pet stores, one where I was in charge of the freshwater fish, and other two where I was in charge of all the fish supplies besides all the rest of the pet stores sales and duties. Running my current 55...

My 55 gallon tank has been set up since January 2005. It has been moved 3 States and 6 times. Best purchase is a Cascade1000 Canister filter. Worst purchase was a tilapia which ate like a pig and killed my 4 year old Blue Acarus and my 3 year Parrot fish. Next