my_little_tetra
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I have the vague beginnings of an idea to start a FOWLR in my old 29 gallon tank. Not sure if I'm ready to go over to the salt side or not!
I know I would need instant ocean for the salt and a refractometer to check the specific gravity. I'm assuming I would need to get a marine specific API test kit. Marine compatible sand substrate and around 25lbs of live rock.
My vague thought for stock would be a couple tank bred clowns and maybe like 3 blue damsels. Easy fish suitable for a beginner is the goal! Understocking probably a good idea at this point too.
Would I need a powerhead in this small a tank?
Protein skimmer?
Could I use a HOB like an Aquaclear or similar?
Could I use filter media from my freshwater tank to help jumpstart the cycle in a salt tank?
Would the stock LED lighting be alright?
Is treated tap water really that big of a no no for a FOWLR? I don't have a lot of room to store a tank of RO saltwater for PWCs...this is my main concern for thinking of NOT starting a salt tank, lol.
Sorry for a billion questions!
I know I would need instant ocean for the salt and a refractometer to check the specific gravity. I'm assuming I would need to get a marine specific API test kit. Marine compatible sand substrate and around 25lbs of live rock.
My vague thought for stock would be a couple tank bred clowns and maybe like 3 blue damsels. Easy fish suitable for a beginner is the goal! Understocking probably a good idea at this point too.
Would I need a powerhead in this small a tank?
Protein skimmer?
Could I use a HOB like an Aquaclear or similar?
Could I use filter media from my freshwater tank to help jumpstart the cycle in a salt tank?
Would the stock LED lighting be alright?
Is treated tap water really that big of a no no for a FOWLR? I don't have a lot of room to store a tank of RO saltwater for PWCs...this is my main concern for thinking of NOT starting a salt tank, lol.
Sorry for a billion questions!