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Good stuff so would u say leave canister and add a skimmer or just skimmer???

Hey guys I have a question? I've been reading a lot of post and I see people talking about skimmers and sumps. I am new to salt water tanks so I really don't know what is the right thing to do for now and future. I currently have a 55 gal tank with about 35lbs of live rock. I am currently trying...

What's the highest you want to let your ammonia to go??

Yea I just started up 2 weeks ago. 50 gal and about 35 lbs of live rock. I just added raw shrimp to give a ammonia source. I have a kit. Ammonia has started to spike up as well as nitrite and nitrates. So as I continue my cycle I would like to know about water changes

How often should you do water changes during your cycle??? If so how much??

Yes I've heard of the shrimp method. I will use that. Thanks

I am currently in my 2nd week of cycle. 50 gals and have about 35 lbs of live rock. What should be my next steps. What source of ammonia should I use? And does the type of light make a difference during the cycle? I have regular fish tank lights ( as shown on pic). When should I upgrade my...

Ok so then it is live rock coo thanks

I'm sorry for the confusing. I'm talking about the rocks that are shaped like trees. They look diff from my other live rock. I'm not asking what's on them. I'm asking if these rocks shaped as little trees are good to keep or they don't need to be in there. They where given to me and I just threw...

The two small pieces in the front. They look like small trees

Can anybody tell me what these are and if they are need for a cycle??

I do plan to add more live rock in the next couple days. Should I do the shrimp method to help out with cycle. And is there anything I should be doing throughout the days and weeks that I need to help finish cycle? Or am I doing something wrong that I need I correct?

Hello guys. I have set up my tank and I just wanted to see if I can get any tips and pointers. I am new to this hobby but I've been researching trying to figure best ways to start things. I have a 55 gal corner tank. I picked it up used from a friend but i cleaned it and started with new live...