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  1. esotic1

    What is this?

    I just received a few new corals and some fuge macros and I think this guy got a ride in. I have never seen one of these before. It look like a cross b/t a flat worm and a nudibranch. Its about 2 inches long and flat. Any ideas of what it is or if I should get it out? Thanks
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    Will Coral Banded Shrip Eat Amphipods

    Yes I understand what you mean I just had one recently die in my display tank that I had had for years and was very large and bold. However, the one that I have now in my fuge is very small and I have only had him for a couple months. My DT is about 30 gal and my fuge is about 10 gal with lots...
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    Will Coral Banded Shrip Eat Amphipods

    I have a coral banded shrimp in my Refugium, and have noticed a decline in my Amphipods. I could be the reduction in my cualulerpa algae due to too many recent water changes, but I was just wondering if i should move the CBS to my DT. My refugium is also on display so i wanted some livestock to...
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    What is the best Time/Controller on the market?

    Thanks Shawn. That Profilux is really nice, but I think it is overkill for my setup. I am leaning towards the Apex, what do you think about the Apex JR.? I really just need the basics, but I would like to keep my expansion options open... :)
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    What is the best Time/Controller on the market?

    I have a 29gal reed tank and was thinking of upgrading my old plug-in power strip timer. I understand that a digital controller will control my lighting needs and then some... I would like to get something basic to start with, but would eventually like to add on/expand the unit when funds become...
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    Moonlighting Question

    would a 24" blue stunner be too bright to be used as a moonlight in your opinion?
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    Moonlighting Question

    I know that the blue moonlighting promotes spawning and the livestock like it, but are there any cons to using a magenta LED in place of the blue for moonlighting purposes?
  8. esotic1

    Got my first set of Ecoxotic LEDs!?

    meowzer, I'm sorry, i misread your question.. Hanging is not the only way they will mount. They are very light and will mount just about anywhere
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    Got my first set of Ecoxotic LEDs!?

    yes they come with 2 small screws to screw into wood or canopy, but they are soo light and put off such little heat you could probably use double sided tape to stick them to whatever you want. Great product and lots of upgrades available that are compatible.
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    Got my first set of Ecoxotic LEDs!?

    Is this what you wanted to see?
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    Got my first set of Ecoxotic LEDs!?

    I love them! It's just hard to believe that they can do the job with such little power.
  12. esotic1

    Got my first set of Ecoxotic LEDs!?

    yes, I have 2 12'' reflectors on the 24" LED Do you think I could get away with one more 24" blue/white and one blue/magenta? what is the blue & white ratio needed? Thank you for your info
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    Got my first set of Ecoxotic LEDs!?

    one 24 inch ecoxotic LED white/blue stunner & I love it compared to my old PCs... Ok, now I need some advice on how much more i need to support LPS & SPS... Tank dimensions are 31x19x11
  14. esotic1

    Request Tank Conversion Help

    My tank quality is beginning to Delcine.. Appeared to be protein buildup on top of the water and tank clarity is not normal. Clown fish is swimming on its side at the top and starfish legs beginning to curl and he looks like hes searching for a way out. I just did a 15% water change and have not...
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    Request Tank Conversion Help

    Please advise, anyone... Thank You
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    Request Tank Conversion Help

    is the reason for mirrored lighting times to control the heat or for the micro-fauna suspended in the water in general needing a break? I currently have the main tank on a 9hrs on/15 hours off schedule. The sump has four chambers and water flow is controlled fairly well. I currently have a...
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    Request Tank Conversion Help

    Can anyone tell me what the lighting requirements are for a sump? Wattage? Exposure time? also, should I put sand or some sort of substrate in it? Thanks
  18. esotic1

    Request Tank Conversion Help

    Ok, I'm not dead set on the bio-balls, but do I need some plant or organic matter of any kind in my sump? I have lots of water movement down there... I guess I've been so accustomed to the eco-system.. I feel like I need more down there in the sump. but you are right Shawn, I plan on adding a...
  19. esotic1

    Request Tank Conversion Help

    Ok, so I am finally converting my 35gal ecosystem to a filter tank... I have about a 10 gal sump (w/ fresh water float switch) below to main tank w/ lighting. I have live rock and livestock still in the tank so Im atempting to transition slowly. I have removed the mirical mud and clerpa alge...
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    My Sump pump went out!

    Just went to the store an bought a new pump, I guess I'll just use the one i ordered online as a back-up. Thanks for the quick info. P.S. The fish are very thankfull!
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