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Natural reef systems see temperature swings between day and night and in between tidal cycles. I would keep it in a stable range. Most natural...
Typically it's exposure to higher or lower temperatures over a period of time that causes bleaching. Some coral are more resistant/resilient to it....
Too late now, but yes, it should be fine.
Is Odyssea a quality brand?
I have a 20 long myself. I have a 2-bulb, 28-watt fixture that I am upgrading to a 4-bulb, 96-watt fixture with moon lights in 3-weeks. In hindsight,...
I would prefer 4 bulbs, like the oneI linked to.
Doesn't have the moon lights.
I can't decide between the second option in the first post or the option in the post above. Suggestions?
Thanks for your responses, all. I have another option: Amazon.com: Aquarium Light 24" Lighting T5 Hood Freshwater Coral Fish Actinic Fluorescent:...
Another option: Amazon.com: Odyssea 24" T5 HO Quad Aquarium Light Fluorescent Hood Fixture w/4 LED - Marine 4x24W: Pet Supplies
My calcium levels are fine, maybe even a little high. I think I was using IO in my first tank and I had substantial growth.
Might be diatoms, which could mean the cycle completed.
Instant Ocean
Liquid tests are on the shopping list. I dosed calcium a year ago when I first established the tank, but I haven't dosed anything since then. I have...
Mind you, that measurement was taken using a dip stick. How would one lower it?
Didn't realize I left off calcium (480 ppm). I don't have a means of testing magnesium.
The snail that had it on his back was placed in the tank 6-8 weeks ago and the coralline on his back has since bleached. I just placed the mushroom...
Why can't I get any coralline growth in my tank? It's a 20 gallon that was established 1 year ago. The lights were left off from April 2011-January...
Light isn't necessary right away. A lot of people keep their lights off during the cycle. I suggest doing research and deciding what type of tank you...
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