Help needed….. Wanna set up a coral tank for my hubby for his birthday I have a tank but wanna know the cost I would be looking at as in a basic start up and can add to it over time but still looks amazing and something he would be proud of :) I’m in Adelaide Australia.

There was a few of them growing off the side of my filter. They’re very small and stationary, I did not notice any movements. I don’t much take care of this tank anymore only snails and hermit crabs in here. Suddenly I’m noticing small organisms growing (another was a root like structure that is orange - possibly some kind of macro). This though- I cannot figure out what it is. There was probably five or six all in the same spot. The tip is almost like little feathers of a filter feeder.

I’m setting up a tank and not planning on doing any corals but would eventually like to have macroalgae. Any recommendations for lighting? Would a full spectrum light meant for planted tanks work?

So newbie here only had a freshwater tank before and I’m about to move to NYC for a new job.

Should I start an aquarium if I know I might move again in the next two years?

Also if so I’ve been heavily considering the helloreef clownfish starter kit thoughts?

This hammer was perfectly fine and for some reason it started receding and I see white stuff on its skeleton and smells rotten. I have other hammers and torches doing well. Before someone post comment about water parameters, below is the latest test results Salinity 1.0249 Nitrate. 10 Calcium (480) Phosphate 0.01 Alkalinity 8 Ammonia 0 Nitrite 0 Ph 7.8 Also tried doing a coral dip just in case if something was bothering it.

Should I put it in the sump or display?

I just set up my innovative 25 lagoon and I’m trying to figure out the water level on the rear chamber. How high does it need to be, it’s about the same level as the main tank. I’ve heard it has to be a bit lower, how do I lower it?

Having a little algae issue. Working on fixing my numbers. How can I get it off these Zoas? Can I brush with a toothbrush?

I’ve always wanted a reef tank and now that I am in a good financial position I’m ready to make the move. I’m considering a Waterbox due to dimensions and also I like the color of their stand.

I’ve read a lot of post here about Waterbox…is the stand really that bad? It’s a big initially cost so I just wanted to see what everyone thinks. Maybe it’s overblown I have no idea.

How would I remove, if need be?

I posted a week or so ago about getting some RFA out of my tank. I still haven’t had any luck with the “anemone cannon”. They were completely blocked from any light with the sponges and still never escaped through the pvc pipe.

I got close to sucking them out last night with WC tubing but it didn’t quite have enough suction.

Do you think using this pump with tubing is a viable option? My plan would be to put the correct tubing to the pump and “vacuum them out with the pump.

I just bought a new 85 gallon tank and my first sump. I am upgrading from my 55gal with a canister filter.

How would you all add filtration to the various compartments? There are 3 layers to the plastic 'tank' with easily accessible drawers that pull out.I am not planning on setting up any lighting down here for now, just want to get this up and running and then take it slow.

This is my first foray into a rimless aquarium. Willing to spend some money on a quality aquarium.

Looking in the 150 gallon range, have a tank picked out from both Water Box and Innovative Marine.

My biggest hang up right now is shipping cost. Innovative Marine shipping is $400, and that includes a “premium shipping” package where they set the aquarium inside your garage or entryway. That honestly isn’t that big of a deal to me… and they don’t have a free or cheaper curbside shipping option.

Water box curbside shipping is FREE and premium delivery (same as Innovative Marine) is only $150.

Put shipping aside, does one brand make a significantly higher quality aquarium? If the answer is yes, I am more than willing to pay shipping costs. If the answer is no, I will gladly find something else to spend $400 on.

Just curious your thoughts.

Mine is Favia/Favites, tried 3 different frags, acclimated as I do any other coral and within a week they lose their colour and generally die.