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They are a great way to keep a healthy tank! They act as a place to grow macro algae for natural filtration in the reef system. Some people have...
I went with a fine grain in my 120g. and it was some work to keep clean. Luckily I had 2 sand sifting stars in there and they helped "churn" it. I...
Cool tank, love the naso!
yeah I would say run some GFO until the phosphates are lower... something to absorb them will help.
That's some awesome growth! Tank looks very healthy, what method did you use to get your GSP on the back wall? I'm heading to my LFS this weekend...
Awesome tank! Do you dose?
Normal part of the cycle, it shouldn't spread as long as your parameters stay consistent. Phosphates and Nitrates will allow algae growth so try and...
nice looking tank from what I can see... is that a naso?
6 x 2 x 2 is 41472 cubic inches = 179.532 gallons. 7 x 2 x 2 is 48384 = 209.455 g.
Easiest way would be to get new rock... but obviously that costs more money. Bite the bullet and nuke it, that is the only way to truly ensure the...
Disregard my statement lol. That budget will definitely allow for options. I thought you meant like a few hundred bucks budget...
I actually have this light over my NUVO 8 and it is great, but I like the more blue look so I am also adding a CREE bulb. The light would be good...
210g. sps on a budget will be tough IMO. You will be spending a lot on equipment. Do you already have an RO/DI unit? Have you considered a DIY...
Personally I would recommend an LED bulb. I have an 8 gallon and I think any Compact bulbs would create too much heat. CREE LED par38 bulbs are...
The shrimp usually hide but mine always came out for feeding. As for the frag, eventually algae will cover it, some people wait for the coral to...
I like watching clowns, especially the Stubby Ocellaris. What other cool nano fish are out there? Maybe there is something I haven't seen before...
lol that's the thought ;) I'm starting small to see how zoas do. I also need to get my CREE bulb wired up and adjusted. Also, due to the size of...
Another important factor is the water you put into the tank... are you using RO/DI water? If not then the water might be high in nitrates/phosphates...
Equipment Upgrade It's here, now the temp will be stable! Also included a current tank shot, the algae bloomed once during the cycle and it wasn't...
Welcome to 3reef! What kind of canister filter is it? (brand). Depending on how many trays it has you can run a combination of media. I used to...
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