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    Fiji Corals update on Reef Therapy podcast

    Well, Hopefully this is not against the rules. I was listening to the Reef Therapy podcast, and they had on Walt Smith. He gave a very detailed discussion about why Fiji corals were banned and why it took so long for them to open back up again. This is the Feb 7th episode. If you are interested...
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    Clean up crew lifespans?

    Hello Everyone, I was just wondering what the lifespans were for some of the more common snails and other clean up crew members found in our hobby. I have a fighting conch that is three years old and several large zebra turbo snails that are over four years old. It made me wonder what your...
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    Sicce SDC pump experience?

    Hello, I am looking for the quietest pumps I can find for my two tanks. Anyone have experience with the Sicce SDC pumps? If so how quiet would your rate them? My tanks are in the main part of the house so minimizing noise is important. For some reason the pump sounds bug me more now. They...
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    Bottom dweller thoughts or suggestions?

    I am looking to add some bottom dwelling fish to my tank. I wanted to see what you might recommend or had experience with. I was thinking of some type of jawfish like the black cap jaw fish or pearly jawfish. The other options I was considering would be some sort of goby such as a four wheel...
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    Yeah, just don’t think it’s worth it.

    Saw this article. Just can’t imagine spending that much for a chromis. https://reefbuilders.com/2024/01/17/3000-moonstone-chromis-arrives-in-the-us-from-the-deep-waters-of-japan/
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    Anthias recommendation?

    Hello, My son really would like to add a group of anthias to our tank. I have been doing a lot of research to find out which would be the most likely to be successful. I wanted to see what you guys thought or what your experiences/success have been like. Plan is to put them through QT first...
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    Question about SPS coral bleaching/RTN recovery

    Hello everyone, I was curious what is the longest you have seen it take for a coral to recover from a bleaching or RTN episode. I ask because when I had to switch tanks after a seem failure I lost a lot of corals. I had a green encrusting monitopra that appeared to be dead to the point where...
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    Lawnmower blenny going to town on hair algae

    Well, I got this little guy for a reason. Caught him today tearing up the hair algae! Gerry
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    Any Python No Spill and Clean System users out there?

    Hello, I was looking into purchasing a Python No Spill and Clean water changing system. I do not have a sink that I want all the dirty water to drain into. The location of my tank makes it easy to attach this system the garden hose faucet in the front of the house. My question for those of you...
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    Apogee MQ-510 vs Parwise Meter Side-by-Side

    Well, I did a side by side comparison of the Parwise meter I purchased vs the MQ-510. Overall it seems the Parwise meter reads about 20-30% lower than the Apogee. I had brought it by Cali Kids and got similar low readings. I emailed the company to see what they had to say. I will let you know.
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    Parwise Meter unboxing

    Well, The Parwise meter came in this week. After trying it out I think I need to wait for the wand/holder to truly get some use out of it. First impressions it seem well built. Easy to use. But you need a USB B or C input and access to Google chrome. It should come with some sort of holder or...
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    Just purchased a Parwise Meter, we'll see how it works...

    Well, I went ahead and purchased a Parwise Meter yesterday. Should be here in a few days. We'll see how it works compared to the Apogee par meter. I am interested to see how the color spectrum works out. Anyone else have any experience with this meter? Gerry
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    Macroaglae advice

    Hey everyone, I posted the waterbox aquarium, but received no interest. So, now I am thinking of setting up a second tank. The display is 40 gallons. After some thought I am thinking of doing something with macroalgae and sea horses and maybe pipefish. I plan on running a temperate tank with...
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    Free slightly chewed mimic tang

    Well, Picked up some fish from high tide today. Unfortunately my foxface tried to kill the mimic tang. Don’t want to try an acclimation box. So he is free if anyone is interested. I live in Clayton. Gerry
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    Recommendation for MP size?

    Well, The waterbox 180 is coming along. It has two return outlets but I’m looking to create more current. The tank is 5ft long. Wondering about using two MP 40’s vs 60’s? I was thinking of opposite ends of the tank. Any thoughts on size and location to Place them? G
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    Aquarium First Aid kit?

    Hello Everyone, I realized when I went to buy water that I did not have any salt mix on hand for emergencies (i buy saltwater rather than make my own). This got me to thinking what I should have around in case of emergencies. I’m wondering what others like to keep around for common emergencies...
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    29g stand, black

    Free to anyone who wants its. 29g black wood stand. Great shape. I live in Clayton and can meet up in concord or walnuts creek. Gerry
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    Rose bulb tip anemone

    Hello, My rose bulb tip split this week. I was able to pry one off of the back glass. It is now in the fish trap. PIF. I live in Clayton and work in concord off willow pass if you want to meet up. Gerry
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    Neptune apex inkbird heater help

    Hello, Having some issues using the apex heater outlet and an inkbird. Currently I have two 300W heaters plugged in to the inkbird. The inkbird is in turn plugged into the apex. What should the settings be for the inkbird and apex. My intent is to have the apex be a back up for the inkbird? Gerry
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    29g tank and black wooden stand

    Finally got the 180 up and running. Have other plans for QT tank. So this one has to go. 29g tank and wooden stand. Low quality but it is low prices, as in free. I can meet up within reason. I live in Clayton and work in concord. G
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