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Hmm, ok thanks. But... right now we're using some generic no-name light that came with the hood set of our tank and my husband wants to get something of better quality. But the shrimp wont come out and "socialize" unless I turn the light off. So I'm lost.

Whats the best lighting for 2 clowns and a skunk cleaner shrimp? Reason I ask is because I was told that the cleaner shrimp likes "low" light..... Although I'm not sure if this is true. Can anyone confirm that? Anyway, what would be the best lighting setup to keep them ALL happy?

Thanks!

Wow you described whats been going on with our pair EXACTLY!! Same deal here... so I am guessing you are ok too. At first they were always together, but now they are each becoming a little more independent. I miss how they snuggled together when turned the lights off..... now, one of them...

I don't know, but I wish them luck. <3

This question is about clown poop. hehe :o Earlier today I noticed one of the clowns had a little bit of white stringy poop (it eventually disappeared), so I thought nothing of it. However...... a little while ago, I noticed the other clown has the same stringy white poop! Now, I know this...

No for the moment, there is no refuge or skimmer. We were told that for a 30 gallon with such a small bio load, it is pretty much optional stuff.... but yeah, I'm sure it would make a huge difference. Our nitrates have been high since day 1, so I am willing to bet it has to do with our tap...

Thanks for the tip! I am going to break out the gravel vac and do a water change right now.

P.S. If anyone has any good ideas on how to get those nitrate levels down to almost zero.. please share!! Any help would be appreciated.

Hey everyone! I posted here about a month ago asking about cycling with live rock.. and someone suggested we use a jumbo shrimp. We did that and it worked perfectly, we had a spike in ammonia, etc.. then things were back to normal. Soooo... about 2 weeks ago I went and got a pair of...

And here is further evidence that species with opposing thumbs dominate.

Giggle worthy! ^ Sorry I can't be of any real help, but I do know the feeling of wanting to poke it. lol

My gosh! That is so beautiful. /faint

Thanks! So far, it's going well... even our "hitchhikers" are excited about the shrimp. Got a nosy bristle worm hanging around it when I turn out the lights.... Frankly, it sort of creeps me out, but I figure this is something I will need to get used to. Marine life is so fascinating. Worms...

Ok guys, the shrimp is now in! I put it in a small piece of nylon (old pantyhose haha) and wrapped it up tight and dropped it in. So here we go! Let the cycling begin. Wish me luck!!!! :D

LOL! Sounds like I'm not the only one.

Finally, a good clear article. I'll definitely try the shrimp and let the bacteria on the LR do its thing. Thank you so much for clearing this up everyone!! I'll post an update with pics in a few weeks when the tank is ready for a clown or two. :)

Ok so the live rock alone is not enough to cycle it.. since the live rock is not producing any ammonia? I hope I am understanding this right. Sorry for the obviously dumb questions. hehe

Hi everybody. I first want to say that I did extensive reading on tank cycling withOUT fish and I'm still so confused. So I figured I'd come here and give it a shot. :D My question: Is there any way a new tank can be "cycled" without using either fish or ammonia? I read that I can just add...

Hi we're new to this site, from Anchorage as well. Just wanted to say hi to Alaskans and other people! We got a hold of a 29 gallon tank. Got some live rocks from The Reef at the Sears Mall, waiting for the cycle to settle. We are already enjoying our new hobby!