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The filters are bad. Use a TDS Meter to ensure low TDS.
It seems to be nothing more than crushed charcoal but it does seem to work well. Maybe there's more to it.
I've heard of people getting all copper out just using polyfilter.
If chems all good then look at diseases? Marine Velvet? Use a big magnifying glass.
Yeah, try a new LFS! Bad LFSs exists!
I have a plexi-glass top over a Biocube 29 but I have a fan blowing air under it constantly and there are several openings for air to come out. I can...
A month ago I did these tests: Ph 8.3 Calcium 400 ppm Alk 89 KH Magnesium 1280 ppm Nitrites 0 ppm Nitrates < 1 ppm Salinity 1.020 Temp 78-79 I have...
Return flows from sumps and fuges should rely on gravity. If the intake to the fuge or sump fails you won't get an spill.
Some guy put a chiller in an unvented cabinet, fire started, burned down part of his house.
What is "old tank syndrome"?
Maybe they are resting their to escape high flow.
I already planning to restack all my LR. Mine is sitting on sand. And just when I said I'd never rearrange the LR again!
I'm trying to compile a list of top reasons for tank crashes (or any major tank disaster). Help from advanced or beginners is welcome. Give me both...
I just got a green plate coral. He eats a lot. I'm wondering if I can feed him too much. Any tips on keeping him healthy? Feed him often? He was...
Good suggestion! Thanks!
You mean this guy? http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=15+1634+1720&pcatid=1720
"reef chromis"? Can you be more specific?
What fish is tiny (1/2 inch), will school with only 4, and can fit in my BC29? Right now I only have a 6-line and a small Yellow Clown Goby. I'l like...
Using API test kit. I'm just getting into corals. Yes, I'll try raising SG and see what that does. thx
Tested everything in my tank very carefully: Ph 8.3 Calcium 400 ppm Alk 89 KH Magnesium 1280 ppm Nitrites 0 ppm Nitrates < 1 ppm Salinity 1.020 Temp...
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