Stock My Tank....... Please
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Thanks for the suggestions. I have some reading and research to do now that you guys have given me a list to start with. When I begin to settle on a more definate list, I'll post it here and seek your advice and approval first.
So, what I'm hearing is to avoid the Coral Banded Shrimp and Reef Lobster. Darn, those are two of my favorite critters. I guess it wouldn't really matter if I never see them anyway.
Which Macro algae is best for the rufugium? I'm building a 55g sump/refugium out of my old FW 55 glass tank (never used copper or any other meds). I just siliconed the bubble trap and dividers in yesterday. I also just ordered an 18" 40W T5 fixture yesterday also for the 'fuge. I was thinking about growing chaeto and sea lettuce in there as well as pods eventually. Is that the best way of reducing nitrates and feeding the fish occasionally? from what I've read fish don't really eat chaeto, but is suck up lots of nitrates, quickly. But they do eat sea-lettuce which more or less does the same thing but not as quick. Correct me if i'm wrong. Will they grow together in the same 'fuge?
I'm also learning that the plumbing isle at Lowe's was never intended to accomodate aquariums.
So, what I'm hearing is to avoid the Coral Banded Shrimp and Reef Lobster. Darn, those are two of my favorite critters. I guess it wouldn't really matter if I never see them anyway.
Which Macro algae is best for the rufugium? I'm building a 55g sump/refugium out of my old FW 55 glass tank (never used copper or any other meds). I just siliconed the bubble trap and dividers in yesterday. I also just ordered an 18" 40W T5 fixture yesterday also for the 'fuge. I was thinking about growing chaeto and sea lettuce in there as well as pods eventually. Is that the best way of reducing nitrates and feeding the fish occasionally? from what I've read fish don't really eat chaeto, but is suck up lots of nitrates, quickly. But they do eat sea-lettuce which more or less does the same thing but not as quick. Correct me if i'm wrong. Will they grow together in the same 'fuge?
I'm also learning that the plumbing isle at Lowe's was never intended to accomodate aquariums.
the chaeto/lettuce mix is a good idea. my sailfin and tomini tang love chaeto, we dont find sea lettuce around here.
You could also look into Caulerpa varieties, I'm pretty sure a tang would eat that, and it grows very quickly, so its good for both a food source and for nutrient export. And it just so happens that I'm selling some cheap 
If you click the link in my sig you can check it out, when the time comes.
I definitely recommend a lawnmower, I was kind of on the fence about getting one, and I'm really glad I did because its a very cool fish.
If you click the link in my sig you can check it out, when the time comes.I definitely recommend a lawnmower, I was kind of on the fence about getting one, and I'm really glad I did because its a very cool fish.
Thanks for making me feel retarded, Salty. Just kidding.
It's just that I've been trying to get PVC, CPCV and flexible hose to all fit together one way or another. I never did find a 3/4 FPT thread to barbed fitting at Lowe's. I had to order it from Drsfostersmith.com. I guess all these different types of pipe and hose were never meant to go together. I also had to trim and cut a bunch of fittings in order to get a 1 1/2" durso standpipe to fit inside my overflow box. I'm getting tired of plumbing stuff. I'm ready to move onto the fun stuff, like stocking and rockscaping.
What kinds of bulbs are best for chaeto and sea lettuce? I ordered a 40W 18" T5 fixture and it comes with 1 10K bulb and an actnic. Will this work or should I swap the actnic with another 10K?
It's just that I've been trying to get PVC, CPCV and flexible hose to all fit together one way or another. I never did find a 3/4 FPT thread to barbed fitting at Lowe's. I had to order it from Drsfostersmith.com. I guess all these different types of pipe and hose were never meant to go together. I also had to trim and cut a bunch of fittings in order to get a 1 1/2" durso standpipe to fit inside my overflow box. I'm getting tired of plumbing stuff. I'm ready to move onto the fun stuff, like stocking and rockscaping.
What kinds of bulbs are best for chaeto and sea lettuce? I ordered a 40W 18" T5 fixture and it comes with 1 10K bulb and an actnic. Will this work or should I swap the actnic with another 10K?
I give you credit for even attempting the plumbing. I get a headache seeing the work that some of you do.
No suggestions for the refugium lighting? I have an 18" T5 fixture and is has 1-10K and1-actnic.
will 1-10K and an actnic or will two 10K bulbs work better for chaeto and sea lettuce?
will 1-10K and an actnic or will two 10K bulbs work better for chaeto and sea lettuce?
two 10k bulbs for sure. if you can find bulbs 6500 to 8000k they'd work even better. i've heard [and experienced] that it's not the amount of watts but the right spectrum that can make your macroalgae explode.
