Just getting into reefing!

Fish Think Pink · Mar 30, 2021

VanJuarez said:
Hey everyone, new reefer here! I'm actually completely new to aquariums in general haha. Never owned anything bigger than a goldfish, but I just finished setting up my first saltwater aquarium about a week ago and have been testing my own patience while it cycles . I am currently a biology student and working towards going into marine biology, I've always loved the ocean and the few times I have been snorkeling I absolutely loved it. Unfortunately I live about a thousand miles from any ocean lol so I just have to bring the ocean to me! Here's the
tank so far!

Welcome!

Looking forward to hearing about your future successes!

maceto · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome!

JL15219 · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome to R2R!!

Jimbhoy13 · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome to R2R and the salty world. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.

Brady4000 · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome to R2R!!!!!

vetteguy53081 · Mar 30, 2021

G Santana · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome to R2R, good luck with your build

Salty Rambler · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome to R2R! Patience is definitely key -- first in waiting for the cycle to complete, and then in slowly adding livestock to allow enough time for the beneficial bacteria to adjust and prepare for additional bioload. But the results are worth it!

Cajun_Reefer · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome! Totally jealous of the marine biology major, btw! Maybe when my toddler goes to school, mom will join her!

VanJuarez · Mar 30, 2021

brittneykaiser said:
Welcome! Totally jealous of the marine biology major, btw! Maybe when my toddler goes to school, mom will join her!

Definitely go for it! It's awesome

iMi · Mar 30, 2021

Welcome, looks like you've got some live sand and CaribSea Life Rock in there. If so, that will speed things up. I am a fan of bacteria in the bottle. Don't forget to have a source of ammonia!

You'll find this forum to be full of fantastic, knowledgeable and passionate people. There is literally always someone here to help!

BaysEndReef · Mar 30, 2021

MERKEY · Mar 30, 2021

Hello and welcome to R2R!

VanJuarez · Mar 31, 2021

Thanks everyone for your welcome! I love this forum already haha

Mydoghasfleas · Mar 31, 2021

Welcome to R2R!!!

KWT · Mar 31, 2021

Welcome to R2R, come in sit down and relax, enjoy

PTXReef · Mar 31, 2021

Goldfish are cool

Welcome to the R2R community and happy reefing!! ;Joyful

SPR1968 · Mar 31, 2021

Hi and Welcome to R2R!!!

BeltedCoyote · Apr 1, 2021

Welcome to R2R!!!!

KingTideCorals · Apr 5, 2021

Welcome to in my opinion on of the best hobbies in the world! This hobby is an opportunity to recreate a piece of the ocean in the comfort of your home! Reef2Reef is a great place to be to learn all about the hobby, and can find some valuable resources!

If you are looking for maybe something to watch on your free time and get a better for feel for reef keeping come check out my channel on YouTube! Could be some helpful tips! Hope to chat soon, cheers!