Efranco
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well it really depends on which light system you have...i run mine for 8hrs...9am-5pm
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Efranco
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Also when you add corals dip them in some coral cleaning dip to remove any unwanted hitch hikers that may be on the corals (this can save you from huge headaches in the future) and place them on the bottom of the the tank for a few days to get acclimated to your light fixture. After that you could place them in the area you want but some like more/less light and flow
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Thank you! I will definitely try this.
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Slow down.
First off, clowns generally find a spot they like, so their hanging around in one area is no big deal.
Second, NOTHING good happens quickly in this game.
Third, do your research first, so you don't end up doing something that looks good in the short term but only creates problems in the long term, or spending money now on something that you'll need to upgrade or replace later.
Learn about biological, mechanical, and chemical filtration; algae; bacteria; cleanup crews; fish compatibility. Learn how, what, and when to test your water. Especially if you intend on keeping corals, this hobby is really all about keeping water. If your water is good (meaning chemically balanced) fish and corals thrive.
That being said. Yes, I'd start with rocks. Poke around the forum and get some ideas of what you want your seascape to look like (think about in a year or two-- remember, you are setting a foundation with rocks, and the house will either be grown or built very slowly). When you have a plan (and take your time- develop your plan as you concurrently learn about all that stuff I mentioned above), pull some rocks out and rearrange others to get what you want.
As you learn, modify scape, etc, you'll probably start to clean up some of that algae and bacteria.
The one thing I'd do pretty quickly is get a clean up crew (CUC) working. I have Nasarius and Trochus snails, red and blue legged hermit crabs, and a conch that do a pretty good job for me.
Most importantly, keep posting pics, asking questions, and HAVE FUN!
First off, clowns generally find a spot they like, so their hanging around in one area is no big deal.
Second, NOTHING good happens quickly in this game.
Third, do your research first, so you don't end up doing something that looks good in the short term but only creates problems in the long term, or spending money now on something that you'll need to upgrade or replace later.
Learn about biological, mechanical, and chemical filtration; algae; bacteria; cleanup crews; fish compatibility. Learn how, what, and when to test your water. Especially if you intend on keeping corals, this hobby is really all about keeping water. If your water is good (meaning chemically balanced) fish and corals thrive.
That being said. Yes, I'd start with rocks. Poke around the forum and get some ideas of what you want your seascape to look like (think about in a year or two-- remember, you are setting a foundation with rocks, and the house will either be grown or built very slowly). When you have a plan (and take your time- develop your plan as you concurrently learn about all that stuff I mentioned above), pull some rocks out and rearrange others to get what you want.
As you learn, modify scape, etc, you'll probably start to clean up some of that algae and bacteria.
The one thing I'd do pretty quickly is get a clean up crew (CUC) working. I have Nasarius and Trochus snails, red and blue legged hermit crabs, and a conch that do a pretty good job for me.
Most importantly, keep posting pics, asking questions, and HAVE FUN!
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Thank you so much ! This definitely makes sense. I think I wil start with testing the water for sure. I think I'm going to enjoy this !
imustbenuts
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Do you know what to test the water for? What kind of water do you use for top off? How often should you do water changes? How much water should you change in a water change? What Specific Gravity is your water? These are pretty basic questions. If you are not sure how to answer these questions, it's way to early to start making changes to the system unless the fish are in distress. I wish you the best. It is a great hobby. Become a student and learn about keeping a saltwater tank and you will have the knowledge you need to be successful.
Ironbutterfly81
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Awesome !! I really appreciate your help
I only have 3 years of experience under my belt but the best lesson I've learned is what @rockhead51 said... SLOW DOWN.
I still find I need to remind myself to slow down. It's so easy to get overly excited and start making multiple changes quickly. One thing that has helped for me is to set a timed goal. For example, give yourself 4 weeks to clean, re-aquascape, and stabilize the parameters before moving on to something else. You can use this time to research your next step. Looking forward to seeing your progression. Keep posting pics.
I still find I need to remind myself to slow down. It's so easy to get overly excited and start making multiple changes quickly. One thing that has helped for me is to set a timed goal. For example, give yourself 4 weeks to clean, re-aquascape, and stabilize the parameters before moving on to something else. You can use this time to research your next step. Looking forward to seeing your progression. Keep posting pics.
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Thank you!! I will definitely post pics over the course of this rehab. I'm excited.
