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I use 4 T5HO on my tank as stated and keep them 28" above the sand. I strongly suggest cutting back and raising your fixture up to 24" to 30" above...
Look for a blue or 460nm if you want a bluer look to your tank otherwise a 10000k to 15000K bulb will do just fine. You do not need to use Coralife...
+1 to this. I use 3/16" holes since 1/8" plugged. I also use the 2 holes on the return also.
If it is going to be fish only then a single 48" fluorescent bulb will be plenty or the LED plan without optics. You will need enough light for you...
I use plywood but I think it has the same breathing issues as tile.
Too high of flow through the sump can reduce skimmer efficiency. Micro bubbles become a concern also. You then add the cost of electricity since...
You should consider replacing the bulbs every 6 to 9 months. Most bulbs can last up to 2 years before burning out but will have significant power...
Rule of thumb is out the window with T5HO. You need to post what animals you are planning to keep and the dimensions of your tank. You can then be...
Yes as long as it is under a light tube.
Woo hoo!!!!! Congrats
Don't let your alk drop below 7 and keep your Ca above 380. Test weekly and keep a journal of your results so you can see any trends. As the...
I agree Blassto on #1 #2 colt coral, same family as Kenya tree #3 looks like a torch coral in the new pics, Agree with zoanthus on #4 and I agree...
My take on this is our systems usually don't have as low a level of DOC in the ocean. We now pollution is a cause of bleaching along with other...
Spaghetti worms have a lot more arms and are usually yellow to red in color.
Beautiful shots of your animals, all look very well
Congrats on the 40 breeder sump. That is what mine is. Lots of room for equipment and such.
Sorry to hear about the burnt and killed frags. Definitely sounds like picture time when the new corals arrive.
It is safe. I believe it is a spionid? worm.
The second pic shows that it is not a nudi. No idea, try pming LeslieH.
That is a nudibranch. It will most likely die after it consumes what ever it was eating in your sump or what ever it was eating from your supplier...
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