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Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 06:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,297
Posted By Rick55555
I think it's unlikely even if well fed. Puffers...

I think it's unlikely even if well fed. Puffers nip at everything...I would not chance it.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 06:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 505
Posted By Rick55555
I highly recommend using a de-chlorinator and...

I highly recommend using a de-chlorinator and soaking as per Purigen's directions (eight hours, I believe). I've used Prime with good results.

Rick
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 06:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 858
Posted By Rick55555
I've found Hagen test kits to be accurate with...

I've found Hagen test kits to be accurate with easily discernible colors.
Forum: Reef Discussion 01/10/2008, 06:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,936
Posted By Rick55555
I've had success with rotating the following food...

I've had success with rotating the following food for my tangs: Formula Two, Spectrum Pellets (Thera A) Nori, Mysis and Blood worms. I sometimes also include Formula one.
Forum: Fish Only & Aggressive Tanks 01/10/2008, 05:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,492
Posted By Rick55555
I've found obtaining a healthy regal sight unseen...

I've found obtaining a healthy regal sight unseen to be difficult. If you decide to purchase one online, I highly suggest getting a larger Regal. Online vendors and LFS often sell tiny tangs, (e.g....
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 692
Posted By Rick55555
What are your water parameters? (ammonia,...

What are your water parameters? (ammonia, nitrate, nitrite, salt, temp etc)

Is this a newly acquired coral? If so, it's normal for a leather coral to shrink up and appear slightly green.
...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 525
Posted By Rick55555
If you're interested in pursuing a reef tank or...

If you're interested in pursuing a reef tank or fish only tank you should look into obtaining a protein skimmer.

I would pass on the canister filter (even more so if you decide on a reef).

Live...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 293
Posted By Rick55555
What are your water paramters (ammonia, nitrate,...

What are your water paramters (ammonia, nitrate, nitrite, salt etc)?

Xenia can melt due to increased temperature as well.
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By Rick55555
I believe it is coralline algae. If so, the white...

I believe it is coralline algae. If so, the white spots are patches of dead coralline.

Rick
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,672
Posted By Rick55555
I think it will be easier for you to manual...

I think it will be easier for you to manual extract and starve off the algae now, while your tank is new rather than later..

In my opinion, you should leave your lights off. You're still cycling...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,341
Posted By Rick55555
I would not use Kick-ick... I've found...

I would not use Kick-ick...

I've found copper to be the most effective route against ich. I would remove all the fish (not inverts) to a quarantine tank. Maintain proper copper levels for two...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,248
Posted By Rick55555
I agree with the above suggestions regarding...

I agree with the above suggestions regarding angel compatibility. They simply should not be mixed.

Typically I don't think it's worthwhile to treat for fungus. If you do decided to treat them,...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/10/2008, 05:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,546
Posted By Rick55555
Your tank looks great!

Your tank looks great!
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/09/2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 398
Posted By Rick55555
Personally, I'm a fan of T5 lighting. I currently...

Personally, I'm a fan of T5 lighting. I currently use an 8-bulb 54watt Tek fixture. My SPS seem to be pleased with it.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/09/2008, 09:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 778
Posted By Rick55555
I prefer to use smaller amounts changed...

I prefer to use smaller amounts changed regularly. My understanding is that carbon gets exhausted relatively quickly.

I use roughly 5-10 tablespoons in my 150 gallon reef and change the carbon...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/09/2008, 08:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 744
Posted By Rick55555
I like AquaC skimmers. I've used the Remora with...

I like AquaC skimmers. I've used the Remora with success on tanks under 75 gallons.

I'm satisfied with my spectrapure RO unit.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/09/2008, 08:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 764
Posted By Rick55555
I utilize a mag 18 as my return pump (1800gph...

I utilize a mag 18 as my return pump (1800gph without head loss) and two Koralia 4s (1200gph each) on my 150 gallon reef. Although I'm content with this arrangement, I'm considering adding another...
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/09/2008, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 411
Posted By Rick55555
I'm a fan of AquaC skimmers. I've used the Remora...

I'm a fan of AquaC skimmers. I've used the Remora on tanks under 75 gallons with great success.
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/09/2008, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 720
Posted By Rick55555
Two of the Koralia #4s would be a great idea. I...

Two of the Koralia #4s would be a great idea. I use them in my 150 gallon reef.
Forum: Reef Fishes 01/09/2008, 08:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,130
Posted By Rick55555
I've found dispar anthias to be relatively hardy.

I've found dispar anthias to be relatively hardy.
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/09/2008, 08:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,319
Posted By Rick55555
I agree with the above post, you should check...

I agree with the above post, you should check your parameters first. Also, remember to quarantine all new acquisitions.

Rick
Forum: Lighting, Filtration & Other Equipment 01/09/2008, 07:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,203
Posted By Rick55555
In my opinion you don't need anymore light if...

In my opinion you don't need anymore light if you're not interested in keeping coral.

When you say "whatever is on the rock" what are you referring to exactly? coralline algae?
Forum: Fish Disease Treatment 01/09/2008, 06:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,483
Posted By Rick55555
Your fish are stressed and potentially...

Your fish are stressed and potentially malnourished. Consider using a vitamin supplement such as Vitachem or Selcon. What are you feeding these fish? These fish should be fed Mysis, Formula one,...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/09/2008, 06:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 334
Posted By Rick55555
Congratulations on your new setup. Damsels...

Congratulations on your new setup.

Damsels and clown fish are "reef safe" fish. A concern might be mixing clown fish since you mention you intend to add more. In my experience, it's best not to...
Forum: New to the Hobby 01/08/2008, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 471
Posted By Rick55555
You need your tank to cycle and stabilize first....

You need your tank to cycle and stabilize first. You're likely to encounter undesirable forms of algae (e.g. green, brown, cyanobacteria etc) during this period of cycling and just after.
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