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probably because the tank is too clean.

Typically formalin is used. read through this info it is a pretty good how to. https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/brooklynella.247938/

It depends on the size tank. I have a 120 with 4 Kessil 360s and it isn’t enough light for a nem

Anemones need very intense light. More than most every other invert. Your nem is slowly dying because it isn’t getting adequate light to support the symbiotic algae in its tissue. That algae is the source of most of the anemones nutrition.

Simply match your water change water to your target. It is a good idea to also test the tank at the same time.

More like 6 weeks for brooklynella. The parasites are in the tank. As long as there are fish the parasites will live. For the parasites to die the fish have to be removed from the tank. Ideally treated for brooklynella as well.

Salinity should be a bit higher at 1.025-1.026 for inverts. They are more sensitive than fish.

The cycling process takes about 6-8 weeks. It is normally done with the live rock in the tank. It is a period of time where your bacteria cultures are colonizing the tank. You should be ghost feeding the tank and watching the ammonia, nitrate and nitrite levels. The tank isn’t cycled until...

What are your water parameters? Salinity Ammonia Nitrite Nitrate

I think you can do 6 weeks with brook. The treatment would be formalin for the other fish In your tank. Needs to be in a hospital tank. In the future I’d quarantine all your future fish to prevent this from happening.

You’ll love the reefer. I’ve always wanted one of those. I do take off for a couple weeks at a time. I use an auto feeder and the rest takes care of itself.

I have a 120 gallon. I’ve been keeping reef tanks for over 20 years. My approach is to keep things simple. The only fancy gadget I have is a reef keeper lite system that I use only for temperature. Keeps the risk of heater failure to almost 0. I rely on my live rock and skimmer for...

Not ich. the “slime“ may be brooklynella. http://www.wetwebmedia.com/ca/volume_6/volume_6_1/brooklynella.htm

You don’t need a sump. I wouldn’t use canisters they are poor choices for salt water. You can run it with hang on the back filters. They are much better for SW. in a well balanced properly stocked SW tank you don't really need need a filter. The live rock provides the filtration. I have a...

You need way more light for an anemone. At least 2 kessil 360s.

I’ve built many stands over the years and have never had an issue with that. I do pick my lumber very carefully for the top part. Largest I’ve done was a 125. I did have a center support on that one So the span was only e feet. My current one is a 120 with a 5 foot span. I’m thinking a big...

I agree with 2quills.

Be careful about getting too many coral in a small tank. Corals can be very aggressive. They conduct chemical warfare. If they are too close together they will kill each other. LPS are particularly aggressive. I’d hold off on a clam for a while. They can be pretty touchy. If one dies it...

Looks good. The alkalinity is fine.

With a canister filter you need to clean it weekly. If I were you I’d buy a hang on the back filter. They are better for salt water and the maintenance isn’t as labor intensive.