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Taz, you may consider trying these (macros, DSB, more l ive rock, whatever) in a large remote refugium/sump, that would be easy to experiment with and not disturb your display tank... just a suggestion. Clams will also feed on/reduce nitrates.

There is often a temptation to ignore this, thinking the others will not be attacked. However in the small confines of an aquarium time can make a huge difference with marine ich. Usually it subsides for a while only to return with a vengeance worse than before; the trophonts/protomonts grow in...

A permit to capture and sell small wild gators on websites? I don't think you understand how the alligator trade works here in Florida but Google it and you'll understand more. As for the permit, I'll believe that when I see the number posted here and I can verify it with the Executive Director...

Okay Sharkboy, since you keep hurling insults my way... let me stand up for our local fauna here in the state, I think your full of crap and I don't like your disrespect for our Florida wildlife. Everyone can see your post here http://www.aquariacentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=75658 and...

Ahhh, "Retard" ... nice label. Another intelligent shark keeper, I can tell! Considering the way you treat humans, it makes sense you would do this to a fish.

Guess I'll have to wear the black hat here... Nurse sharks will grow to over 15 feet, even a 1,000 gal system will only stress it into an early death. Please release this animal into the sea or find a suitable home for it. http://www.wetwebmedia.com/nursesharks.htm

Please don't do this... like most echinoderms, (including starfish) they will slowly starve in your system and are unsuitable for captivity. http://www.wetwebmedia.com/urchinselfaqs.htm http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2004-12/rs/index.php

Caution is in order to avoid PH shock...

Gotcha... a few more questions; I'm curious because on the forums I am always trying to help folks with nitrates and they can be a real pain in predator tanks as you know, esp. in older systems... 1. what type of substrate were you using, how much substrate in the display, 2. were you using a...

Interesting... so you are keeping large predators with no nitrate issues... please clarify, are you using live rock as trickle media inside the media tower, seems like that would be pretty heavy is it suspended above the water or just stacked inside a sump like a refugium... any pics? Can you...

Hmm, so you expected this... and now you want to put it back in and try it again. No matter what anyone tells you, the behavior of wild things is pretty much unpredictable... you could try separating the PBT behind a piece of glass or acrylic to see if it charges but even that will not warrant...

Arrggh, another 3 foot shark in a 6 foot tank... you should know these answers before making such a purchase, my friend. This fish will outgrow your system and place a heavy tax on your filter while doing it. I trust you have a massive skimmer and a plan for relocating later. Be advised, some...

Instead of treating the symptom, look to the source. Your system is a bit overcrowded, more info below from my files: High nitrates are more of an indicator of total dissolved organic compounds and overall system health, such as PH issues. Some species are indeed less/more sensitive than...

I fully support the comments on Labroides spp.-- please do not support the exploitation of this species. As for cryptocaryon, garlic will not kill this parasite. Many have tried various psuedo cures for these pathogens, with various results, usually it subsides for a while only to return with...

A great species for robust fish systems, I have kept several over the years with great success. One of my all time favorites really... just make sure you get one from Australia if possible, look for the blue trim. http://www.wetwebmedia.com/marine/fishes/wrasses/choerodon/faciata.htm

Ahh, now you're getting it my friend, you need to be aware there is a "list" of delicate marine species which should never appear in the LFS due to the terrible mortality rates, this list is well known by anyone in the trade and yet is ignored by many retailers. Even experts will struggle to...

Your photo is no longer available... and, your Pinnatus will also likely be gone soon. Sorry for the hard news but they have an almost 100 percent mortality rate in the industry and should not be collected or sold. Better to pass them by and let the LFS take the hit on them; buying delicate...

Several strategies will work; many do not use any substrate at all in a QT, you can use a hang on filter or cannister but no carbon if using meds. For some this is more of a temporary setup that can be used as needed and broken down when done. I have always used a more permanent QT/hospital...

Jpmc, your seasoned tank should never have nitrite and ammonia, to save the French Angelfish take it to your LFS and have them hold it for you. Although usually hardy, IME marine Angels are sensitive to any shifts or water quality problems and you need to give the system time to re-balance. The...

It does indeed sound like Brooklynellosis, but if it is, your clownfish is certainly not immune. You will need to take quick action to solve this, and be sure to use a quarantine tank for all new arrivals for 3-4 weeks. Here's more info, notice the first photo...