Serge
Aquarium Advice Addict
Hello All.
After my 6th visit to the LFS, I am just about ready to take the plunge, so to speak. The tank will be in the range of 90 -> 120 Gallons, and we plan to ultimately have corals, anemones and invertebrates along with the fishes. So, my questions are: What kind of sand is suggested/recommended for this mixed environment? May I include live rocks at the start or once the thank is ready, like in 6-8 weeks? Also, what is the best method for filling up the tank the first time?
I am also looking at purchasing the following components and am looking for members suggestions/reccomendations. I hope it's OK to include the URL:
Filters:
Eheim Classic 2217 chamber canister filter
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=22023&category_id=1711&pcid1=2885
Penn Plax Cascade Canister Filter
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=22585;category_id=1711;pcid1=2885;pcid2=
Current USA Satellite Power Compact Fixture
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=29605;category_id=1843;pcid1=;pcid2=
Test Kits:
Red Sea Master Reef Lab
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=19489&category_id=3111&pcid1=3233
Red Sea Marine Master Lab
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=19517;category_id=3111;pcid1=3233;pcid2=
I know I am asking for a lot of information, but I am already grateful for any/all suggestions/recommendations!! I hope to make this right the first time, considering the amount of time and $$ involved in this hobby. Not to mention that my wife is anxious to have a lively aquarium in the very near future.
Again, thank you all for your time and assistance!!
Best wishes,
Serge
After my 6th visit to the LFS, I am just about ready to take the plunge, so to speak. The tank will be in the range of 90 -> 120 Gallons, and we plan to ultimately have corals, anemones and invertebrates along with the fishes. So, my questions are: What kind of sand is suggested/recommended for this mixed environment? May I include live rocks at the start or once the thank is ready, like in 6-8 weeks? Also, what is the best method for filling up the tank the first time?
I am also looking at purchasing the following components and am looking for members suggestions/reccomendations. I hope it's OK to include the URL:
Filters:
Eheim Classic 2217 chamber canister filter
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=22023&category_id=1711&pcid1=2885
Penn Plax Cascade Canister Filter
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=22585;category_id=1711;pcid1=2885;pcid2=
Current USA Satellite Power Compact Fixture
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=29605;category_id=1843;pcid1=;pcid2=
Test Kits:
Red Sea Master Reef Lab
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=19489&category_id=3111&pcid1=3233
Red Sea Marine Master Lab
http://www.bigalsonline.ca/catalog/product.xml?product_id=19517;category_id=3111;pcid1=3233;pcid2=
I know I am asking for a lot of information, but I am already grateful for any/all suggestions/recommendations!! I hope to make this right the first time, considering the amount of time and $$ involved in this hobby. Not to mention that my wife is anxious to have a lively aquarium in the very near future.
Again, thank you all for your time and assistance!!
Best wishes,
Serge