Jasper's 40 gallon

[sil40sx]

Hi everyone! I just want to share my first reef tank (very first Aquarium).

Started my build around Dec 2015 after I saw pictures of reef tanks in my Facebook feed. Same time that night I started reading how to's, then searched for forums where I found more in depth information which took couple hours a day reading about water parameters and basic necessary equipment to start one.

I end up with a cheap 40g acrylic tank from craigslist (perfect for my bookshelf in the living room) couple days later, a used HOB skimmer from LFS, jebao wp10, 100w heater, Fluval canister, and a china t5 fixture, but upgraded to Kessil A360we's last month.

Three months fast forward, this is what I have now,.. I'm aware that my tank is over-stocked, so I'm hoping to upgrade to a 90 or 125 tank very-very soon (already started looking for options). With built in overflow so I can use a sump, or a tank that have a back divider to hide my HOB's, heater, etc...

Here are tons of pictures,. Please enjoy, and I'm open with constructive criticism as well.


Thanks,
Jasper

 

[sil40sx]

 

[1MJG1]

Very very very nice! What camera are you using for these photos? Manual mode? Or more PS editing? Good technique wish I could shoot mine this well

 

[sil40sx]

Very very very nice! What camera are you using for these photos? Manual mode? Or more PS editing? Good technique wish I could shoot mine this well

Thanks. It's a canon 60D with 100mm (non L) macro lens. Most of the shots are in manual, but there are couple times I used Av when chasing fish around. LOL

I also used PS to edit some imperfections, correct white balance and boost color a bit.

 

[Chrisfish]

I have to agree, what a beautiful tank! IMO if this is your first aquarium I can't wait to see your next one, great job!!

 

[Chrisfish]

I have to agree, what a beautiful tank! IMO if this is your first aquarium I can't wait to see your next one, great job!!

Oh and btw welcome to R2R

 

[sil40sx]

Oh and btw welcome to R2R

I have to agree, what a beautiful tank! IMO if this is your first aquarium I can't wait to see your next one, great job!!

Thank you. Hehehe

 

[sil40sx]

Oh, I forgot, I have short video of feeding my scoly:

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Beautiful tank and photos!

 

[sil40sx]

Beautiful tank and photos!

Thank you!

 

[Bronc]

Great tank and welcome aboard!!!

 

[Paul87]

Gorgeous tank! Those are some nice photos. Welcome to R2R!

 

[sil40sx]

Great tank and welcome aboard!!!

Gorgeous tank! Those are some nice photos. Welcome to R2R!

Thanks guys!

 

[Pewmichael]

Wow great variety of corals. Well done and I'm looking forward to seeing your new tank.

 

[sil40sx]

Wow great variety of corals. Well done and I'm looking forward to seeing your new tank.

Thanks. I'm in the process of negotiating right now, I have about 3 options. So definitely before the end of the month.

 

[Brian Kim]

Beautiful tank and pictures, your corals and fish seems to be really healthy. Welcome aboard!

 

[sil40sx]

Beautiful tank and pictures, your corals and fish seems to be really healthy. Welcome aboard!

Thanks, I'm glad to hear they look healthy. Because I couldn't tell, I just depend on what the test kits numbers tells me. Hehehe

 

[ScottMyers123]

Tank looks fantastic. Also I love your pics.

 

[sil40sx]

Tank looks fantastic. Also I love your pics.

Thank you!

 

[clsbgirl]

Hi everyone! I just want to share my first reef tank (very first Aquarium).

Started my build around Dec 2015 after I saw pictures of reef tanks in my Facebook feed. Same time that night I started reading how to's, then searched for forums where I found more in depth information which took couple hours a day reading about water parameters and basic necessary equipment to start one.

I end up with a cheap 40g acrylic tank from craigslist (perfect for my bookshelf in the living room) couple days later, a used HOB skimmer from LFS, jebao wp10, 100w heater, Fluval canister, and a china t5 fixture, but upgraded to Kessil A360we's last month.

Three months fast forward, this is what I have now,.. I'm aware that my tank is over-stocked, so I'm hoping to upgrade to a 90 or 125 tank very-very soon (already started looking for options). With built in overflow so I can use a sump, or a tank that have a back divider to hide my HOB's, heater, etc...

Here are tons of pictures,. Please enjoy, and I'm open with constructive criticism as well.


Thanks,
Jasper