3 month old reef

[Paglaum22]

I had trouble regaining the colors of sps from the time I got them, is too early stocking may be the reason for this?

34 gal tank Red Sea Max 130D
Lights 2 x 55watts T5 power compact
Ammonia 0 (API)
Nitrite 0 (API)
Nitrate 0 (RedSea)
Phosphate 0.6 (RS)
Calcium 450 (RS)
Mag 1410 (Salifert)
Added hydro 750gph pointed towards the back to eliminate nutrients accumulating on dead spots


And is there a chance to regain the color back sometime? This tank is my gauge if I'm ready to upgrade or not...needs constructive advices.Thanks!

 

[Paglaum22]

These are some sps pics...

 

[mr_X]

I think stronger lighting is going to color up those corals nicely. Power compacts don't pack enough punch for sps.

 

[Paglaum22]

Ok I'll probably think about that LED upgrade to be installed in the hood....thanks.

 

[ccCapt]

Lighting is definitely an issue along with the tank being so young. SPS corals are very delicate and require a stable, mature system to thrive.

 

[Paglaum22]

This is the reason why I only bought not so expensive spa because I know I'm a first timer and the tank is still young. When you say mature how old will the tank be?

 

[Paglaum22]

RSM 130D lighting 55w dual 10000k/actinic power compact bulb...

 

[Convict2161]

Tank looks good.

 

[bavass]

Yep stronger lighting will help

 

[Paglaum22]

Thanks guys...