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No, they do not do the same thing. Lux/lumens and PAR are different. While all PAR comes from visible light, not all visible light produces PAR. PAR...
+1 Interesting, though... I've never seen one detach before, regardless of flow or lighting.
This. If in doubt, take it out. While sponges are harmless, removing them won't hurt, either.
So do I, unfortunately. :-/ Pretty cool shot, Jeff. However, my first thought was that he's waiting for you to feed the Ric so he can steal its food.
Although I have serious doubts about the capabilities of UV, it's certainly mostly harmless as well, if installed and used properly. That said,...
There's no cause for alarm- it won't hurt anything.
If you keep your return line at or near the surface of the water, the only backflow you will get is what's in the line. What type of overflow do you...
+1 to ^^^ In fact, your obvious former nutrient issues almost guarantees problematic algae blooms. You would do better to give the rocks an acid...
LMAO! LEDs are not all equal. Which unit are we discussing? Marineland single bright? AI SOL? Reef Breeders? Some units won't grow coral and are...
Platygyra Brain/Maze. http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=597+321+445&pcatid=445
All too often, Turbos are collected from cooler regions and eventually succumb to temperature stress in our tropical tanks. Whenever I hear that...
Another likely scenario is that the dottyback got stung by a nem and the hermits started on it before it was completely dead... another fine reason I...
Generally, the skunk is the only one referenced as a cleaner, but I fail to see where it matters; if it's attacking a nem, it needs to be dealt with...
Sorry I can't help with the ID, but here's a bump for your thread. I will suggest fragging the remaining healthy tissue to save your toadstool.
Welcome to 3Reef! Agree on the pics- would love to see your tank. :)
I've only had skunk cleaners and coral banded shrimp steal food from nems until they finally got caught and became dinner. However, I have heard of...
Agreed.
Less organics for the skimmer to remove. However, that will only last as long as you keep the sock clean, as trapped detritus will break down into...
Beautiful tank, Todd. Very nice selection of corals. Love the new scape and arrangement. :)
Looks great, Devin.
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