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I personally recommend the salifert kit, I think it will give you the most accurate PO4 readings. However, you can always ask your LFS to test it for...
The metal halides, also may require you to add a chiller into the mix, where as depending on ambient temperature, you may not need it with t5. T5...
They do usually like medium high flow and medium light, you may want to adjust positioning accordingly. Also did you check PO4? That has a tendency...
Pellets as in pellet food? And yes I have used the red slime remover, works great but is just a temporary band-aid for a reoccurring problem in...
What kind of flow is it in? Also location in the tank (High middle low ect)?
+ 1 for the combo suggestion. Used that to eradicate a huge population of aptasia in the past.
Vacuuming your sand also can help, as sometimes PO4 gets trapped.
Did you check PO4?
Well it depends on your reading. 35 PPT is around 1.026 salinity and is right at the max upper end. I run my tank at that level constantly. Salt does...
Sweet congrats! PO4 is a bit high though and may effect long term growth and coloration. Phosphate Table ppm Phosphate 0.03 (good) 0.10...
I agree with this ^ Do you have a test kit to check for nitrates, phosphates, KH, ect? Also what is your salinity at?
Have one in my tank as well, getting huge however... I was told 6 inches max, he's about 9" diameter atm. Still hasn't moved since day 1 however.
Nice, sounds like the beginning of a great set up. Congrats.
Certain species of triggers would be fine and are not TOO mean. I would not suggest it though. Unless you are going with an aggressive tank it will...
THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!! Im really thankfull for all very informative advice. Np. Best of luck! Post some pics when you get it all set up!:cheesy:
Regal gets larger than standard blue in home aquarium typically? I see you have one in your sig.
Comparatively ATI fixtures would be among the best out there. I would definitely say that fixture will suite the average need quite well, and the...
Macro is great for Nitrate removal and some PO4, however, I have a modestly stocked tank which requires a decent amount of feeding. In return a lot...
Looks like some bellina, and millepora to me.
Okay cool, good to know. I used just under 2/3 of a cup and the reactor (which I've had for like 6 months ) is finally working LOL. Good to know...
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