All Activity
This stream auto-updates
- Past hour
-
That's actually pretty typical behavior. Most shrimpgobies, once they have a home established, will puff their face up and try to scare away other fish that come too close. I have a picture somewhere of an antenna goby doing it.
-
You are just to funny. Yes that sounds like a very good deal for that tank.
-
How much ammonia does a clownfish produce?
aclman88 replied to Chris27's topic in Beginners Discussion
I have never used powdered ammonia, but have had luck with Dr. Tim's liquid ammonia. It is possible the powered stuff has gone bad if you are not measuring ammonia after having added a 4ppm dose. It seems like you are jumping all over the place trying to get a cycle. Pick a method, stick with it, and just be patient (easier sad than done, I know) I would second @mcarroll's idea of adding some snails and taking it from there. I also would not add any coral for a little bit until the tank is definitely cycled and stabilized a bit. -
I have recently bought 4 ghost Shrimp from my local PetSmart, and they were fine until around the 3rd week they started dieing one by one. I only have one left now, but I woke up to it on its side molting. It had gotten the head part off but the tail, back and legs were still on. It's a 10 gallon with one balloon molly, two guppies, a small nerite snail, and an oco catfish. I have a small Amazon sword plant, Scarlet temple, and a mondo grass I believe. I have a small gravel or a big sand, and my filter is fit for 30 gallons and has a sponge on it so they dont get sucked in. I haven't tested my water lately since I don't have a tester kit and I'm not sure if I can bring samples to PetSmart due to covid. I turned off the light since my balloon molly has associated me with food and was hitting the shrimp while swimming at the bottom. I came back a few hours later and the shrimps state hadn't changed. I put her in a net so she can molt undisturbed, but I'm wondering if I should euthanize her I'm clove oil or if there's something I can do to help. I really don't want her to die because I had 3 others go not long ago. Please let me know what I can do.
-
everything looks amazing!!
-
DNR88's fresh new start with 25g and ATI Sunpower T5
Reefkid88 replied to DNR88's topic in Nano Reef Journals
It would definitely help,while everything is fluorescent,things like the Gorgonian's look very drab and eh. Either one would make everything a lot better. That is just my opinion though. -
haha np, they're super defensive of their homes and burrows and will use scare tactics, other goby's are very finicky and flight more than fight.
-
I feel like this tank is finally starting to get it's legs under it. The corals are doing much better, algae is disappearing, and it "feels" healthy finally. I'm working on a better cabinet for it to sit on, but here are a few updated pictures. IMG_1817 by Wiskey2727, on Flickr IMG_1814 by Wiskey2727, on Flickr IMG_1812 by Wiskey2727, on Flickr IMG_1811 by Wiskey2727, on Flickr IMG_1808 by Wiskey2727, on Flickr Whiskey
-
Yeah, I was thinking the same thing, but then I lost patience at about the 5 month mark LOL. I have a UV and a Skimmer and the UV really didn't help much, but when I added the skimmer (just in the display) it had an instant effect. So I bought a little nano skimmer for the back of this guy, and now it's crystal clear. That might help with yours as well. Whiskey
-
That would be amazing!!! I'm working on a much nicer base for it now, I'll post pictures when I'm done. With the current setup it will make Apex management much easier. This was made to be a work tank and sit on my desk, but after my move a different one is coming to work, so now this needs a little stand. Whiskey
- Today
-
Thank you!! Whiskey
-
DNR88's fresh new start with 25g and ATI Sunpower T5
Matteo replied to DNR88's topic in Nano Reef Journals
Coral Plus for sure. Aqua blue special doesn't have any pink in it and though the name, it's actually much whiter than the coral +. But that's all personal preference! I was thinking of trying one but think I would loose the pink/red the coral + gives off -
Yeah, I realize it might be a little ridiculous to drop $500 on a good PAR meter to test a $70 light. BUT! Wouldn't it be cool to have a central repository somewhere online of all different lights with PAR readings and measurements and all that good stuff? There's a lot of information scattered about the lighting, but sometimes it's difficult to discern how accurate the measurements are. I dunno, I think I'm way too bored in isolation and need a project to tackle or something.
-
Yeah, I realize it might be a little ridiculous to drop $500 on a good PAR meter to test a $70 light. BUT! Wouldn't it be cool to have a central repository somewhere online of all different lights with PAR readings and measurements and all that good stuff? There's a lot of information scattered about the lighting, but sometimes it's difficult to discern how accurate the measurements are. I dunno, I think I'm way too bored in isolation and need a project to tackle or something.
-
Definitely lower cost and for sure has been more beneficial to my tank (and routine). I don’t think I was ever really able to dial-in Red Sea’s ratios properly & I believe with ATI taking the guess work out of it and less margin for error is what sparked my growth spurt. Hoping you see similar results with yours!
-
quantumrum changed their profile photo
-
Just to follow up since this was revised my goby does have himself a new bff Pistol Pete the shrimp and they spend all their time together 🙂
-
Mcarroll knows their stuff, they give excellent advice.
-
dalfonso changed their profile photo
-
Well the return pump, ato and heater are on a UPS Battery Backup this time around, but will find out tomorrow. Pre owner 13.5G Evo for £40? That'll do
-
Ugh another shutdown... I swear man you just can't catch a break with this tank. 😥 Hopefully this time at least they won't turn off the power entirely? Are at least some people going to be in the office?
-
Hey by the time that I get home tonight Boris could have done another U turn and all this will be for nothing! Will find out and update tomorrow Maybe i should look for a cheap EVO
-
so just because you can't go into the office, we all have to suffer? of course, I'm joking.. that's not good news at all! I hope you manage to get it sorted though. are there any provisions to give you access during non-office hours if you can continue to work from home.. so maybe travel in, in the evening for maintenance etc?
-
If I cant stay in the office at least three days a week, then no not going to stock the tank.
-
Good idea thanks.
-
I hope the meeting results in you being allowed into the office. If not are you going to not get the clowns and BTA?
Community Announcements
-
Our Picks Community Highlights
-
FREE Reef Coloring Pages for your Kids!
Marine Depot posted a topic in Marine Depot,
We understand that this time is difficult for all, so we wanted to create something fun for your kiddos to do. One of our amazing designers created these awesome coloring pages for you to print and let your kids color. Adults are welcome too. These are completely FREE. We hope you enjoy them and stay safe at home during this time. We are always here for you if you need us.-
-
- 3 replies
-
-
Feasibility Of Classroom Tank?
aclman88 posted a topic in General Discussion,
I was at a frag swap recently, and after talking to some members who were also teachers I was enticed by the idea of starting a nano reef for my middle school classroom. I wanted to reach out to see if anyone has any experience or advice before I really commit to this. I teach science and currently have a variety of animals and freshwater tanks...-
-
- 78 replies
Picked By
Christopher Marks, -
-
A Quick Guide to Keeping Photosynthetic Gorgonians
billygoat posted an article in Livestock Articles,
Hello fellow reefers! My name is Billy and I am a big fan of the beautiful, tree-like soft corals known as gorgonians. Despite their reputation as delicate animals that are difficult to keep in captivity, most photosynthetic gorgonians are extremely hardy, and some even make excellent starter corals for those just getting into the hobby. With this in mind I decided to create this quick and dirty guide to encourage more home aquarists to experiment with keeping these wonderful animals, as I consider them to be some of the most captivating and attractive corals in the sea.-
-
- 16 replies
Picked By
Christopher Marks, -
-
Zoas changing colours
Rifts2Reefs posted a topic in Coral Forum,
What would cause Zoanthids to change colors after a water change? Help solve this mystery in our Coral Forum-
-
- 26 replies
-
-
Post in Nano Sapiens 12g - Ye Olde Mixed Reef
Nano sapiens posted a post in a topic,
A 12 gallon nano reef celebrates its 11th anniversary, an amazing milestone! Congrats to Nano Sapiens, your dedication is commendable, thank you for sharing the journey with us! -
-
