First Saltwater Aquarium, Biocube / Red Sea Max Advice?

codyo

New Member
I've had my share of goldfish in the past as everyone has, but I haven't ever owned my own saltwater aquarium. I've always had an interest in the organisms that aquarium owners can keep in their saltwater tanks, but never really had the spare money to begin getting into the habit. I've recently been looking into various aquarium prices and because I would have my aquarium on the second floor, have been considering for a while purchasing a biocube. I know that there's a new type of biocubes that are supposedly "marine ready" or something similar to that, as displayed on the boxes. I was wondering if anyone could give me advice on:
1. Which biocube to purchase for a "reef" setup (live rock, corals, inverts, maybe some clownfish?)
2. Which biocube is the best price wise for the quality/size
3. What's necessary to purchase besides the filtration/lighting supplied with these systems
4. Which organisms are "well-rounded" and aesthetically pleasing for these nano aquariums
I also have always had an interest in the human interaction between octopus and humans. I've researched that there are a few species that can be kept in captivity and are very fascinating in their own unique way. I was curious as to the tank size requirements for any of the octopus species such as the common octopus, or the O. Briareus (don't know if they're the same species)... as well as if the Red Sea Max nano aquariums are sufficient enough to supply necessities for these organisms (66 gallon in mind obviously..)
Any advice/suggestions/help would be appreciated, thanks in advance!
 

nano-newb1983

Active Member
if i was getting a new nano tank i would go with the 29g biocube
Has all you need to get goin, if you get the one with Metal Halide u can keep any coral in there
 

codyo

New Member
Yeah I know that the red sea max are expensive but I kinda wanted an easy set-up. I can also see the other side whereas assembling a tank from scratch would give more experience to what each part/object does.. I'm really leaning towards getting an O. Briareus which I know would require a 60+ gallon tank. I just don't know if the red sea max's assembly is "escape-proof" for an octopus.
 

monsinour

Active Member
It would be escape proof if you used some kind of latch or tape on the openings up front. I believe the feeding lid/opening is really easy to open from the outside so a simple little push from the inside would get it open.
 

monsinour

Active Member
I guess, I am not an octo expert by any means. I would call red sea and ask them. They are an english company so just add 5 hours to est and that is what time it is there. Maybe send them an email too.
 

codyo

New Member
Haha, oh okay. I've registered on tonmo so I may ask around there, Thanks for the advice! :]
 

chain

Member
Octo will get out any hole it can fit one arm through. I used to wake up to mine sitting on the rim of the tank with half of his head out of the water watching me. You will need alot of tape and patience. Also know that all of the smaller octos (the only ones we can keep in captivity) have extremely short lifespans. 6 months for most with the longest being around 2 years. Also if you get a female which is expecting as soon as she lays she will die. Be sure to research up on the proper requirements because they aren't easy to keep. Tonmo is a good place to ask questions. Best of Luck
 

codyo

New Member
Quote:
Originally Posted by Chain http:///forum/thread/384426/first-saltwater-aquarium-biocube-red-sea-max-advice#post_3367505
Octo will get out any hole it can fit one arm through. I used to wake up to mine sitting on the rim of the tank with half of his head out of the water watching me. You will need alot of tape and patience. Also know that all of the smaller octos (the only ones we can keep in captivity) have extremely short lifespans. 6 months for most with the longest being around 2 years. Also if you get a female which is expecting as soon as she lays she will die. Be sure to research up on the proper requirements because they aren't easy to keep. Tonmo is a good place to ask questions. Best of Luck
Thanks. I always appreciate hobbyists welcoming newcomers.
 
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