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  1. rman02

    rman02 Plankton

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    I need some help guys

    I'm looking into getting a 55 gallon aquarium to start a new saltwater tank.

    I have no clue what fish coral and crabs or watever to put into it

    so i am open to all advice u guys can give me.

    From lighting, filter, fish, coral, substrate and rocks, fish and invertebrates, and anything else i didnt list but u can thing of.



    Thanks guys
     
    rman02, Feb 23, 2011
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Welcome to 3reef.

    I would suggest looking at some online stores for fish and coral to see what you like then buy what fits in the tank and you can afford to buy and support with the appropriate equipment.
     
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  3. saints fan 420

    saints fan 420 Expensive Colorful Sticks

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    1. get tank and Research
    2. get aragonite sand and rock, either dry or cured
    3. get bag of salt and RODI WATER
    4. Wait and let tank cycle..

    then once you get toward the end you can start looking at what you want to house and the lighting and stuff you need..
     
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  4. Clonefarmer

    Clonefarmer Millepora

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    Welcome to 3reef!

    The best advice I can give is to research as much as possible.
     
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  5. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    Start reading everthing you can about getting started in the saltwater hobby(this is a great place to start!) And yes do your research before making impulse buys,it will make your hobby much more succesful and far more interesting when you know about the critter(s) you're putting in your tank and thier needs.
     
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    Welcome to 3reef!
     
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    Aye Ohhhh.
     
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    Welcome! and a lot of MONEY lol
     
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    welcome to 3 reef
     
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