Easy SPS Starter Coral

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  1. Beamerhack

    Beamerhack Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I just moved my tank to my new house and it has been 2 weeks without a change in the readings so I think if I had a mini cycle it is done or I didnt see it.

    I want to get a SPS Pink Bird's Nest to see if I can keep some SPS at the upper end of my tank. I have 6 54 watt UVL bulbs with 2 Actinic 2 454 1 12k and 1 Super Actinic white.

    Do you think I will be able to keep a Bird's nest on the tope 10 inches in my tank? I have very good flow and all my corals have been growing at a good rate.


    Thanks in advance,

    Beamerhack
     
    Beamerhack, Aug 18, 2009
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  2. ZachB

    ZachB Giant Squid

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    As long as your MG, CA, and dkh are correct, it shouldn't be a problem.
     
    ZachB, Aug 18, 2009
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  3. mattheuw1

    mattheuw1 Montipora Capricornis

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    I grow birdsnest and montis with a 4 bulb t5 fixture no problem.
     
    mattheuw1, Aug 18, 2009
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  4. 32Boom

    32Boom Coral Banded Shrimp

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    you're fine. It'le be peachy
     
    32Boom, Aug 20, 2009
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  5. PackLeader

    PackLeader Giant Squid

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    Birdsnest is very easy, and a great starter coral. You will be fine, and have more than enough lighting.
    Monti cap is also a great starter sps
     
    PackLeader, Aug 20, 2009
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