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Just don't let it get out of control! I bought a tank from CL that had a hair algae problem and have been fighting it since. You can get it under...
I would DEFINITELY suggest Craigslist. I recently purchased a full 24g aquapod set-up for $150 (tank, heater, light, pump, rock, sand, etc). You...
Hey Everyone, I just purchased a YWG this past weekend and was wondering about their typical behavior. I have read that they typically hide for the...
Also, when you mix your water, it is always a good idea to let it sit for 24 hours prior to adding it. This way the salt will be completely dissolved...
+1 to Peppermint Shrimp I have an aipstasia problem too and my peppermint keeps most of them in check. Occasionally I have to get out the...
I got a refurbished RO/DI from SpectraPure for $120 cause the closest place for me to get RO/DI water is about 30 min and it is $1 per gallon. The...
Here is a pretty good article about what you will probably need: Items needed for a Reef aquarium I would recommend at least the following: Tank...
I bought someone else's problems off of CL- a TON of GHA, Aipstasia, and Bubble Algae. It was a great bargain, but I should have realized it...
Ok, that is good news! The good thing is that you are doing research before starting! That is the first step to having a successful tank. So many...
No worries... A couple of quick questions: Do you have limited space that you want to go with those dimensions or could you go bigger? Do you have...
+1 That is a 10 gallon... You may want to consider going a little bigger. I would say a 20 gallon at least. The reason is that smaller tanks are...
1 month update Well, my 24g Aquapod has been up and running for about a month now (in my house) and all seems to be going pretty well. I figured I...
Hey Bruso, Welcome to 3Reef! I just wanted to say that I actually have a 24g aquapod reef tank right now. The only thing you really need to be...
It could also be that the RO machine needs new filters/ membrane. I would try testing the RO water prior to adding to your tank and see if it still...
To be honest, no, but I bought a used tank and have been battling GHA and aipstasia ever since. Just be aware that the algae is in the tank and it...
No apology needed- that's why 3reef is here! I have never had one personally (though I should), you just need something basic... 10 gallon tank...
When you do water changes, you should try to match the exact parameters of the water in your tank. You can also make adjustments if needed (salinity...
+1 Just don't try to bring it all the way up at one time. Big swings are definitely not good. As for the ich, you really need to go get something...
Ich is a fish only disease. If you remove the fish and put them in quarantine you will need to leave the display tank sit for at least 8 weeks before...
I have read 3-5 minutes. It causes hyposalinity in the parasites and they drop off, the fish is fine because it takes them longer to feel the affects...
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