THe chunk of live rock I've got in there is about ten to twelve pounds, so I'm off to a good start. I looked up the shrimp thing online, looking for ideas since I'd heard about the saltwater cycling process. I also didn't want to buy a damsel that would later become food just to get things going.
I've crossed the line to saltwater!
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spryandspringy said:Thanks! If any of you have any advice, either on this particular species or saltwater in general, please pass it my way. I've been into freshwater since I was seven years-old (and I'm no spring chicken) but this is my first saltwater setup.
My daughter (eight years old) was with me when we spotted the Tusk at the LFS. We both screamed and started jumping up and down without saying another word. I think the other customers there thought we were loco, but the woman working there seemed to understand.
Ha, thats a cool momment to remember.
I don't know why, but it seemed that when I swithced to sw it was easier than the freshwater. I was alway doign ph tests and such with the f/w, but even now with the 55 gal sw, it really maintains itself.
The most important thing that I must say is, if water evaporates from teh tank, don't add more saltwater, add freshwater, because when it evaporates, the salt stays in the tank.
Me three, looking to pick up several components though. Post pics. when you get it running.Vitaliy said:Congrats! I am thinking of a saltwater setup myself..
what kind of filtration are planning to use on the tank -- protien skimmers is a sw keepers best friend and i would suggest spending the money to get a good one b/c if you dont you will just end up spending more money to buy a new one once you get fustrated with the cheap models (believe me i know from experience)
water evaporation isnt too bad if you dont use a sump - i would consider utilizing a sump especially with the small tank that you have - it makes a big difference when you have twice the water volume
anyways good luck the move to sw is not difficult if your an experienced hobbyist, which it sounds like you are, harl tusks are one of the coolest sw fish around and 60 bucks is a good deal for one so congratulations and enjoy
water evaporation isnt too bad if you dont use a sump - i would consider utilizing a sump especially with the small tank that you have - it makes a big difference when you have twice the water volume
anyways good luck the move to sw is not difficult if your an experienced hobbyist, which it sounds like you are, harl tusks are one of the coolest sw fish around and 60 bucks is a good deal for one so congratulations and enjoy
