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Sorry to be the bearer of bad news on the lobster. But it is always better to be safe than sorry. I really have a hard time answering your lighting question without knowing what type the lights are. 62 watts seems low to me. Do some research on "devils hand". I know most places say medium...

JMO, but I really think the damsels would be unnecessary. That uncured LR will provide plenty of ammonia to start the cycle. Also as an after thought, later you will probably want to get rid of the damsels due to their aggressive nature towards other fish. Trying to catch damsels is a real pain...

Well, volumn wise on the water I would say you might could get away with it. BUT, the problem I think you may have is the available space for all these inverts to call home. All those crabs and shrimp with the lobster could pose a real problem. Everyone needs a spot in the tank to claim...

Most flat worms are unwanted hitch hikers. :mad: Some eat coral polyps! Research and make the call, but be prepared to do some major removal, JMO. Moby

Really sounds like you are pretty maxed out on live stock already. IMO, I would not add anything else. Moby

The collection cup on my skimmer runs into an old 1 gallon milk jug, after about 3 days that thing would gag a maggot! Moby

Hi MJordan23, 45 lbs of uncured LR should be plenty to start the cycle in your FOWLR. Just make sure you rinse it well in salt H2O and remove all squishy stuff i.e. sponges etc. Watch your ammonia levels closely, if they go above .5 you should do a water change to prevent excessive die off and...

I have 3 fighting and 2 queen conches. Give them some time they do a great job of cleaning the sand bed! Also they don't put up with a lot of harassing hermits, usually mine will kick the crap out of them if they start to get pestered. Lol! Moby

Thanks ophiura, I guess that is the reason they are not kept in the aquarium! I knew there had to be a reason or I would have already seen someone doing it. Your advice is always welcome and respected. :happyfish Moby

I was lying in bed last night thinking of new things to do with my tank and it occurred to me I have never heard of anyone using sand dollars to keep the sandbed clean. Has anyone ever done this? I would think they would be ideal since they are obviously peaceful, live in the surf zone so they...

Plus bulbs take a little time to "break in" so to speak. They start out looking different than after about 100 hours of running time. Moby

Well..... You just march yourself down to that LFS a get that fish young lady!! Good job, can't wait to hear how your first fish experience goes! :happyfish Moby

there is a small amount of ammonia, and a small amount of nitrate that I'm workin on gettin rid of. How old is this tank? It sounds like it is still cycling. Since you have ammonia and nitrites, have you tested for nitrates? This could have alot to do with this grouper not eating. Ammonia is...

Sorry to hear this but there is some good news.. Xenia are pretty hardy! I would put it in the tank, in an area where the flow is medium at best. If the spot at its base is torn then the slower flow will keep it from getting worse. Don't worry too much these guys grow like weeds. About every 4...

What has 4 legs, 4 arms, 5 teeth and calls you "sugar"? The 2 waitresses on night shift at the waffle house! Moby

sadly today the shark died..... he will not be forgotten I hate this sort of thing! Moby

Do you have any pictures of these critters? Moby

Thanks! Moby

I've only ever seen them in the wild. Friends of mine have them with mixed reviews. They complain that they get too big (tall). I guess they grow pretty quick with the right conditions. They bury the roots in the sand of the refugium with the tops above the water line. Moby

Ooooooooohhh! Very nice and good price too. Moby