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  1. franz

    The one thousand club!!!

    You know...at first I thought the 1000 you were referring...was the fact that your had totaled $1000 in cost to your tank! That was, until I did some quick math in my head!:notsure: I'm guessing that 999 posts ago you too eclipsed that total! You folks give us newer to the hobby something to...
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    The one thousand club!!!

    Sweet looking set up. congrats on the 1000 mark. By the way, I am hitting the #10 post milestone! I have a while to go...with my posts and my tank! Franz
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    Fish Info...size (?)

    Anyone out there?:notsure: Still looking for a resource of information. Specifically :thinking: , the size species grow and compatibility... Thanks and BUMP....:jumping:
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    Fish Info...size (?)

    Hello All, Can anyone recommend a source, internet/book that gives descriptions of fish. I am specifically looking to research the size some fish grow to as well as behavior/social issues. I don't want to stock my tank incorrectly (socially) or overstock. Any info is greatly...
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    How long can I keep my new shark in my 55 gallon tank?

    Aquaman, Nice set up. Looks like your shark is eyeing up your blue damsel. You might want to move your shark to your backup tank, as I hear that damsel are pretty aggressive and territorial! Take care, Franz:happyfish
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    LFS Received a Blue Ring Octopus

    Your LFS might want to view Octopussy to get the full effect of the deadliness of their creature. Any chance they have a black mamba for sale too? :notsure: The Blue Ring is truely a beautiful creature and I agree with evilss on keeping it in the ocean.
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    Experience adding fish to new tank

    Thanks for all the feedback. It is unfortunate that you can not place a smaller order from SWF to get fish/etc. Will end up going to one of the local shops...who will steer me to buy fish that; don't get along, get too big, are extremely difficulty to care for and are overpriced! Maybe they...
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    Experience adding fish to new tank

    Hello, I am hoping that I can get some feedback/answers to adding fish. :notsure: I am waiting for my 46 gal tank to 'cycle' and am planning my order of fish from SWF. I would like to add 2 clowns, 1 Coral beauty, 1 midas blenny and a cleaning crew. Since they will be ordered...and come all...
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    How many fish for a 46 gal?

    From what I read, on site and in books...Pipe fish (ringed) are anywhere from easy to difficult to have. So there goes my 'pipe' dreams...so to speak! Are there any sites or books that anyone can recommend for info on fish. SWF order site only give original size, not what they will grow...
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    Test Kit???

    Too bad I didn't see this earlier, as I purchased one on Monday. What chemical test gives false positives? Hopefully not all!
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    How many fish for a 46 gal?

    Thanks for the feedback and recommendations!:happy: I will wait till my tank matures to add a centropyge angel. How would a coral beauty fare with my tank size. Also, does anyone have experience or knowledge with ringed pipefish?:notsure: I would like to have a pair... Thanks again for all your...
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    How many fish for a 46 gal?

    Hello, I have a question that I am sure has been answered many a time...:notsure: but I can't find the answer in the search site. So, what is the general rule of thumb on fish size, inches to gallon? I plan on tentatively adding some of the following fish: :happyfish -1 Midas blenny -2 pipe...
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    Recommendation for cleaning crew?

    Thanks again for you information. Take care Franz
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    Recommendation for cleaning crew?

    Dan, Thanks for the follow up. Your knowledge and experience are greatly appreciated. :yes: Another question in regards to this... -Is there any acclimation process for snails and such, or can they be put directly into the tank? (minus the water they came with...of course) Thanks again, Franz
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    Recommendation for cleaning crew?

    Hello, I am a newbie to the site, and have appreciated all the info everyone has posted as a reference. I am returning to the hobby after a 12 year absence... I just finished setting up my 46 gal tank with canister filter, skimmer, power head, etc, and will be picking up 55lbs of live rock to...
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