what would be the best to buy?

butters

butters

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im looking at getting one of these smaller tanks, and im not shure what company has the best for what im looking for.
i would obviously like some fish lol, all i know is i would like a percula clown, and maybe a black percula clown. and the snails and such that would be needed(not shure exactly what is needed)
i would like anemonies and all the other little live plants you can have.
and a bunch of rocks stacked up in like everyone has(what rocks do i use?)
form what ive read i will need the metal halide light for the anemonies and such. and ive only seen 1 kit that would come with it
also i would like the 24g range.
id there anything extra i need to buy for the tank?
thanks
 
happyvac

happyvac

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I suggest you read a little more about setting up a Nano Tank (and saltwater fish in general). There are many helpful guides out there that would point you in the right direction, including many people's step-by-step experiences with their Nano Cubes/Aquapods/BioCubes, etc.
To answer some of your questions, Anemones aren't plants. They are invertebrates. You should have a MH for these, but even so, in such a small tank it would be difficult to maintain, and I wouldn't recommend trying them until you get more experience.
The rocks most people have are "live rock". This is because the rock actually has a great deal of life living inside it, like beneficial bacteria which helps to keep your system cleaner. Although it costs more than regular rock, it really helps keep your system naturally healthy, and is found in almost all saltwater aquariums.
There are several modifications that are commonly done with all-in-one-aquariums. These include:
-Replacing the stock pump with a stronger one
-Adding a surface skimmer
-Removing portions of the filtration system, like sponges, and replacing them with live rock (or LR) rubble and Carbon to clean the water
By no means a comprehensive guide, but I hope I answered some of your questions.
Look around these boards for further reading:
https://forums.saltwaterfish.com/f/14/archives-faq
 
oceansidefish

oceansidefish

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I have the 24g aquapod by current which is a great tank. They also make great light called sunpods. Depending on where you live your lfs may be able to get a refurbished tank and light for you. Definately go with the live sand and live rock and make sure to cycle your tank before you place any living thing in there.
 
butters

butters

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ive been looking on these forums and googleing salt water tanks for the last 4 days trying to figure everything out for myself. therte are just some things i cant figure out.
my local salt water store has a aquapod with a 70w HQI system for $380
once i eventually get to having the live inverts, will that be enough light for them?
whats is dkH?
what is "MH"
how would a local store be able to get a refurb? the place i went to looks like a bomb went off inside the place. they got chit everywhere. im going to be going to a much nice store today, its where i bought my 75g cichlid tank from, its just a drive to get to
 
nigerbang

nigerbang

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Originally Posted by butters
ive been looking on these forums and googleing salt water tanks for the last 4 days trying to figure everything out for myself. therte are just some things i cant figure out.
my local salt water store has a aquapod with a 70w HQI system for $380
once i eventually get to having the live inverts, will that be enough light for them?
whats is dkH?
what is "MH"
how would a local store be able to get a refurb? the place i went to looks like a bomb went off inside the place. they got chit everywhere. im going to be going to a much nice store today, its where i bought my 75g cichlid tank from, its just a drive to get to
MH=Metal Halide
dKH= Carbonate Hardness
I have been seeing those Red Sea Max...I think thats what they are called..
Those look sharp...I would spend more time reading and researching, and less time thinking of spending oodles of money...
Def. find a better fish store..
 
feelingfishy

feelingfishy

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yes thats to exspensive for an 70 wat aquapod. You can search the web and find them 125 bucks cheaper. You definatly need to take your time in this hobby.
 
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