newbie taking over an established tank HELP

WHAT? Did I read someone say go Vikings? i'm sure I did

 

OK, I think I've got all that...one question though, what is a mag float? i havent heard that one yet...got a link to where I can get one?

 

A mag float/ magnet algae scrubber is something you buy that you can run over the outside surface and drags the algae scrubber on the inside of the tank. This is something people have in their tanks to help eliminate any extra unattractive algae growth on the glass. Pretty cool but part of the process. ;D

 

Well, I got the tank today, got it home and am now sitting in front of it! The fish are swimming along just fine. the Lobster was fine when I put him in there...havent really seen him since, but mainly because the water hasnt really settled yet. still pretty foggy. I'm thinking I'll buy the protein skimmer within the next two weeks, then let everything get settled and aquainted before adding anything extra.

 

Congrats, awesome buy! I'd really consider a sump, you'll love it! And def get a mag float! Available about everywhere

 

thanks!! the tank did come with a mag float, so thats covered. as for the sump, it will be a while, but I would like to. Next step, though is the skimmer, and then a bit of corals.

 

Congrats.

Lobsters are fairly reclusive and nocturnal so you may not see a lot of the lobster other than the antenna sticking out.

Sounds like success so far!

 

Good luck with the new tank! Looks great! I would watch your levels close for the next few days. I would be surprised if you don't get a mini cycle going with the stirring up of all the sand and what not.

 

Nice set up, if it were mine i would eat prince tho.

 

Its good to stir the sand occaisionally