Recent content by russb

Thanks, I've been checking the org out. Lots of useful beginner info there. Thanks for noticing the live rock shortage as well. I read about the importance but didnt see any specs on how much was needed. Now it seems its 1-2 lbs per gallon of your tank size. I'll be getting some more in the...

Thanks for the feedback. Its most appreciated. The info on waiting to change the water is very helpful, it seemed like I've been changing it to often while the rock adjusts. I'll do it less frequently, meanwhile its good practice on adjusting salenity :>) Just for the record.. the "remove a...

Thanks for all the feedback. I've done a lot of homework and reading now. I've decided that I want the tank to have live rock, marine sand, and two seahorses. Have some live cured rock in the tank now, about 6 lbs. Going to give it a couple weeks to adjust. Keeping the light on it 3-4 hours a...

Oh yeah and I should have mentioned sooner, its a 12 gallon Nano.

Havent purchase any fish (or lobster or seahorse) yet. Your correct about the readings. Also, does live rock need live sand? Thanks for your help.

Well my tank has been cycling for the past 3 days. Its got marine sand, and a fake coral piece. The saltwater is reading properly. Has a heater at 78 (since out house is at 65 during the day). I'v been told the Nano is small so it cant house much without frequent water changes (every 4-5 days...