want a nano but dont know to much

[njfish77]

ok i would like to get a nano reef tank im thinking a 29 or 30 gal im going with the 30 cause there about the same price.what kind of skimmer should i get.what type of powerheads,pumps,ect. should i have?what kind of filtration should i have?also i would like to keep an anenome so what kind of lighting will i need?you can throw anything else youll think i need in if you like.also what are the pros and cons of having a nano is it harder to maintain ect.?

 

[richie1742]

if you read a lot and do your homework you will do just fine... go with MH lighting set up. as for filteration it depends on your budget, dido on skimmer. powerheads are up to how much water movement your corals need....... But the best thing about nanos is you save money on rocks( you dont need much rock to make the tank look "full") not as much light and livesand. cons are space is limited, you can only get so many fish.... and angels, tangs, triggers, and puffers are a no no.
Best of luck!
-Richard :happyfish

 

[njfish77]

thanks yea i really like the smaller fish like clowns,blennys,dottybacks so that isnt a problem for me.also if i get mh lighting will i need a chiller?

 

[richie1742]

maby, the MH lights put out lots of heat. i dont know for shure becasue I use powercompact lighting.

 

[lennon]

Isn't MH lighting for such a small tank not necessary? I don't want to get MH because of the mercury vapors and heat concerns..I would rather avoid them and heard you can if the tank is not too deep. Is this true?