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Could someone elaborate on the concept of Septic Sand? I suspect my sand may be causing a problem, I try not to touch it (ammonia spike) but it doesn't look all that chean. Any suggestions?

Please post your thoughts, I'll get it started. Overfeeding Inadequate CUC Dirty filter media (bio-balls, sponges, LR, etc.) holding detritus Tank overstocked

I have a feeling you may be underestimating the cost (in both time and money) of setting up a saltwater aquarium. Since you are new to the hobby I would suggest starting out with a nano-cube. They come already completely set up so you won't have to piece them together. You just add live rock...

I'd add a Yellow Tang last not first, even a small one. They're agressive and very territorial. If you go least agressive to most agressive you'll have the best luck. I know it's a good size tank and a small fish, but still it's a good rule. Good Luck!

Looking good! They make a background that sticks to the back of your tank that looks great. It comes with this clear, oil-like liquid that you put on the back of the tank, then you stick the background to it and squeegee out the bubbles. It looks way better than the ones you just tape to the...

Quote: Originally Posted by BTLDreef I'd return the aggressor. Get another small one, and QT it while the other ones is still healing. Then introduce them. If possible to catch the other guy in your DT, introduce them in the QT and let them start to pair up there, then toss them in the DT...

Quote: Originally Posted by abclemen I will be ordering 100lb box of Key Largo dry rock for my 180 gallon Reet Tank. What is the common or most appropriate way to install the live rock in the tank? Should it be placed in the desired setup loosely (unsecured) or should a bonding agent be used...

Quote: Originally Posted by acrylic51 The build has very little to do with it.....The proper setup of your water level and back siphon from the DT to the sump will dictate if it will flood or not. Well the plumbing is as important as how you build the sump/fuge, however, if you build it wrong...

Quote: Originally Posted by Siptang Flames are not necessarily cheap but they do have beautiful colors. As with all angels, you shouldn't use net to capture them and also you HAVE to make sure that they eat if you are buying them from LFS. I haven't had any issue exception of things being my...

A sump or refugium won't result in a flood unless you build it incorrectly. But if you do the research and plan carefully I still say it's the best way to go.

Quote: Originally Posted by beaslbob Kill your rlights and suspend feeding for a few days until it clears. then resume with less lighting and feeding and adjust until you find levels where things thrive but the algae/cyano does not come back. my .02 Agree. Plus I'd throw a bag of ChemiPure in...

Mandarins are difficult fish to keep and high maintenance. They have a very low success rate IMO. Just sayin...

You should just make a refugium out of a 20 gal. tank and problem solved. All you'll need is the tank, return pump, plexi-glass, and a protein skimmer. I bet you could do it for under $200 and you'd have a killer setup. There are some good YouTube vids on how to make them.

Quote: Originally Posted by Siptang Wow that sucks.... all the cool ones you guys already listed them. Flame Lemon peel Coral beauty And I will add one more Bi color. They are one of prettiest like flower above said and as your water parameter is good and that they've are properly acclimated...

I made an 18" spray bar but it took me like three or four designs to get it just right. I ended up with one hole every inch, the holes alternate from parallel to the water to at about a 75-80 deg. angle down. The holes that are parallel with the water sit about 1/4" below the water level and...

Quote: Originally Posted by Bang Guy No need to do anything in my opinion. If you want you could open a window for 15 mintes or so once a day. 8.0 and 8.2 are acceptable values but it does show your indoor air has a CO2 buildup. Algae and limewater are two options for removing excess CO2 but...

Quote: Originally Posted by BTLDreef PLEASE don't get a lawnmower blenny. If you read through threads on this site, you'll find that most do not survive long term in captivity. There are far better algae blennies that fair better in the home aquarium than the lawnmower blenny does. I'm a blenny...

Quote: Originally Posted by rickross23 Alright... What's a goby you recommend that plays with the sand? Pinkspot goby? I think most people will tell you the Diamond Goby is the best sand sifter, however, he'll make a mess out of your tank and throw sand everyplace, and he'll eat all the good...

Quote: Originally Posted by Bang Guy Acquire a sample of tank water and test the PH. Take the sample outside, stir it a bit and let it sit for 15 minutes. Stir again and then retest the PH. If the PH is significantly higher then there's a CO2 issue with the indoor air. Okay I did the test, I...

Right now I'm running 2 x 10,000K 65w CF, 2 x 65w Actinics, and moonlights. I don't plan on upgrading lighting right now. So I know it's going to limit my coral choices. I'm doing good with shrooms and think I'm going with either a Kenya Tree or a Green Star Polyp next. Given my lighting...