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livestock for sale

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 4:46pm CST by oceanic boy

Hi there guys..

I'm staring a predator tank.. Trying something different.

FOR SALE :

2 X BABY PERCULAR CLOWNS R120 EACH
2 X AFRICAN CLOWNS R100 EACH
1 X POLKA DOT GROUPER R250
COMMON GOBIES R50 EACH
YELLOW GOBY R250
HALF AND HALF DAMSEL R60
STRIPED DAMSEL R70
6 LINE WRASSE R100
RED STAR FISH R250
STAR FISH(LOL FORGOT THE NAME:biggrin:) R180
HERMITS R30 EACH
REGAL TANG R130

PURPLE TIP ANEMONE R250
WHITE ANEMONE R300
YELLOW LEATHER R395
MUSHROOM R395
ORANGE SPONGE R100

CONTACT KIA
0713404368

Local KZN Convict Tang & "Klipvissie" wanted

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 4:00pm CST by chas84

Hi there, I'd like to know if here's anybody that maybe has a local KZN/Tk Convict Tang and "Klipvissie" that needs a new home? Please let me know - preferably in Gauteng somewhere [IMG]http://***********************/forum/images/smilies/001_smile.gif[/IMG]

dnw200 good or not

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 3:44pm CST by malooda

whats ur guys take on a dnw200 skimmer

MicroBacter 7

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 2:24pm CST by charlv

Hi All

Can someone please help me with this.
Must i mix mb7 with 250ml aquarium water or can i just dose mb7 in the sump

Thanks Charl

my first sw setup

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 11:48am CST by mupwi

hi all.

well I finaly did it. I have been wanting a sw tank for years and was always told how dificult they were to keep but recently found some friends with sw setups and did some more reading and realised that they wernt to bad.

I already own a 3ft tank that used to be fw and another friend ofered me a 1000l tank that he has in storage after he sold his house to go sailing.

so while im waiting for a cance to be able to pick up the 1000l I did some more reading and got a bit concirned about the posable temperature swings in my tank so I set up the 3ft in my bay window where I thaught the efect would be the worst (not the planed final position for the tank) and monitored the temp for a week it seemed stable between 24 and 28degC I also started monetoring the salinity and water temp of the local rock pools where I plan to catch my inabitants the results were water temp around 27degC and salinity of 1.029.

I was going to wait untill the big tank arived to actualy put in sw but I had a braai coming up and wasent going to have time to colect the muscles I wanted to derve on the day so I thaught what beter way to keep them fresh for 3 day than a sw tank .

so I drain the fresh water I had in the tank and headed to the beach with my buckets 4 trips later and I have +- 20kg of sand in the botom presumably live in some respect as it was colected below the waterline at lowtide 19 muscles 4 hermits and one snail all hapely inhabiting the tank.

at the moment water circulation is being achived by a 1400l/h bilge pump and I have a 3000l/h powerhead ariving this week. I have been monitoring the ph salinity no2 and no3 ca and kh and all seem to be within spec and the inhabitants seem happy.

no plans for fish or anything more with the current setup and some of the muscles will probably end up in the pot this week ( we didnt end up having them at the braai as we had plenty of fish that I speared the day before ).

good nes is that there is no sighn of alge in the tank I exept that which was growing on the muscle shels when I put them in I prosume this is because the at alge is using up all the nutrient that the nucance alge wold use to grow.

Anyway that is my story of how I ended up with a bit of ocean in my lounge.

Adding female bluethroat trigger

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 10:48am CST by maj

Hi peeps,

Is it ok to add a female Bluethoat trigger to my DT where the male bluethroat is already established.
There is more than enough liverock/hiding places in the DT.

Will they fight initialy then pair up?

Durban to JHB

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 10:17am CST by king squish

Hey all, so time is going realy quickley and i still dont have my tank's up here.
Is it safe to use a courie company?
Is there anyone that's coming up to JHB from durban with space to transport tanks, will split petrol cost's

Egg crate wanted

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 9:46am CST by Evo R

Hey guys.

I cant get my hands on egg crate anywhere in M/Bay George area.
Can anybody give me a name and a nr so that i can courier some egg crate to me.

Thank you.

Time for new skimmer pump

Posted: November 30th, 2010, 9:22am CST by gaboon

My Aquabee pump on my deltec AP600 skimmer is getting a little noisy but cant really tell if its affecting the performance. Have stripped it but cant see anything wrong.

Just priced a new Aquabee pump now @ R980 and an Eheim @ R1900.

The skimmer is rated for 600L and my tank is about 600L so ideally I need a bigger skimmer, can I put a bigger pump on or is it not as simple as that?

Hospital Tank Setup

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 7:29am CST by Slims

Hi Guys

I'm in the process of setting up a hospital tank but have a few questions. I have recently had a serious outbreak of WS and lost a number of my fish. I started setting up this tank shortly after the last death to be prepared for future outbreaks. My regal is now showing a few spots and needs to be hospitalised asap.
The tank is 75l , bare bottom with a powerhead and HOB skimmer. My questions are...

1. Is the skimmer neccesary?
2. What water test should i do before adding fish?
3. Can I dose with copper sulphate to treat WS?
4. If i treat with hyposalinity what should the SG be?
5. What happens to the setup after treatment - do i leave it running?
6. If its left running without livestock , what maintainance routine do i follow?
7. What maintainance while it has fish being treated?
8. If the skimmer is used , is that sufficient filtration or should a use a cannister as well?
9. If a cannister is used , what filter medium should it contain?

Your wisdom will be appreciated.

ushaka FISH pics- through my lens

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 10:16pm CST by sean_koekemoer

Took quite a few fish pics (zillions....lol- especially the edible type) but the glass/light etc on the big tanks made it very difficult to get proper images. The smaller tanks are not that bad though- even if you have to walk around with a cloth and keep on wiping greasy/chocolate/dirty hand marks off the glass- thank you Alida:thumbup: :

1st one- spot the fish :P

ushaka CORAL pics through my lens

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 9:48pm CST by sean_koekemoer

here is some coral pics I took. If only one could get some better light (or a better camera and lens....lol)

How is this for corraline growth:

Looks like human eyes looking up those tubes:

ushaka ANEMONIE- through my lens

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 9:43pm CST by sean_koekemoer

Some pics I took of the big nennie Ushaka have in one of their center tanks. Again, difficult to get descent pics as there is like a zillion kids bumping and wiping their hands on the glass- at one stage I felt I could break their fingers when 2 small girls started banging on the glass with chocholate in their hands- while the mom was tapping the glass with her long finger nails- idiots I tell yah:

ushaka CREATURES through my lens

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 9:06pm CST by sean_koekemoer

I never really had the "urge" to go to Ushaka, untill this past weekend when my kids had a birthday party there. I really enjoyed the aquarium. Herewith some pics of "creatures"- I will post fish and coral pics in another thread- I saw and photographed.... In no particular order. It was really difficult to get descent shots as you are not allowed to use a flah (I think I did it three times in the big tanks):

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TS2 skimmer, Vortech MP40 & Refractometer for sale: Pretoria

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 8:19pm CST by Jhavenga

Hardware for saleThread title:

TS2 skimmer, Vortech MP40 & Refractometer

Location:

Pretoria

Shipping or Collection only:

Shipping or collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Vortech mp40w gen2 - R3,000.00
Reeftek TS2 skimmer - R1,200.00
ATC refractometer - R600.00

Vortech:

TS2 in action:

Refractometer:

Notes:

All items are in a good, working condition. The TS2 skims properly, although the cup fills up roughly every third day - so the cup has to be cleaned every three days.

Will prefer collection, but willing to ship at buyer's expense.

Lunar Wrasse for sale: cape town

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 8:12pm CST by Trev

Fish for saleCommon Name:

Lunar Wrasse

Scientific Name:

-

Size of fish

12cm

How long have you had the fish?

few months

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

ether

Your location.

cape town

Price:

165

Photo's:

Notes:

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xwave action on the video

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 3:46pm CST by Oceanson

Hi All

see the action

YouTube - xwave video two.MOV

YouTube - xwave video two.MOV

YouTube - xwave video one.MOV

oceanson aquarium

Tall 4ft for sale: Randpark

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 3:41pm CST by neil.h

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

Tall 4ft for sale

Location:

Randpark

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

120X60hX45 DT
Steel stand
100X43X43 sump
JNS SK2 skimmer
Real Ocean 8X39w pendant with 4 Blue, 2 white and 2 DL tubes ~6 months old with hanging kit
+- 40kgs Indo LR
2 150W Jager Heaters
1 300 W Jager heater
4 SunSun JVP101 with magnet mounts
Hailea 6530 return pump
2 100l bins for WC's
2 25l bins for RO

R5000

Notes:

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IM 1.8m tank for sale: Randpark

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 3:20pm CST by neil.h

Hardware for saleThread title:

IM 1.8m tank

Location:

Randpark

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

IM 1.8mX60X60 DT
20mm base ie 2 10mm
Euro bracing in 2 X 10mm
External overflow box with 2 50mm Dursos
Std 4ft ie 120X45X45 sump
Steel stand
2 300w Jager heaters
Eheim 3000 compact return
Spare AquaH20 APH4000 pump
4X39w Real Ocean pendant (not pictured here)

R3000
This was submariner's tank before I got it

Notes:

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Live fish 14 day guarantee

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 2:18pm CST by Oceanson

Hi all

The first ever in South Africa we are offering a guarantee on livestock, details are.

On every fish purchase we will offer you a 14day survival guarantee, to qualify for this guarantee you need to present your receipt of purchase as well as some form of proof that your livestock purchased has perished, a photo will be best but we may require the body of the perished fish . This offer is valid from 1 December 2010 and will be available to walk in customers only(will be later outside of Cape Town). Refunds will be in cash and service charges may be deducted for credit card payment at 7% of the total purchase. A maximune of 50% of the purchase price will be refunded.

Your suggestions will be apreciated with regards to this offer
Visit us to see the livestock available.

Oceanson Aquarium 021 5540340

I went to a zoo

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 1:06pm CST by paul bloem

Hey all

I don`t know if I can name the zoo but just wanted to share this and get your opinnions on this mater. I went to this zoo to have a look at the aquarium section, I was so upset that i wanted to leave after this. Maybe to the normal person that walk there its nice, but I think I can do a better job than that. most (I think all) of our tanks in our homes are better maintained and stocked than those at this zoo.

I don`t know the budget that they have to work on or what, but is there no way they can make that section a bit better and is this not suppose to be there for public education?

Tank and equipment for Sale: Johannesburg, Melville

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 10:28am CST by Nizaam

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

Tank and equipment for Sale

Location:

Johannesburg, Melville

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection, I might be able to deliver in Jhb

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Marine Tank
1.2m x 0.9m x 0.6m
skinny overflow
10mm glass with euro bracing

Sump
0.46m x 1.11m x 0.33m
6mm glass
3 chambers

Stand
1.2m x 0.9m x 0.6m
38mm square tubing painted white

Reef Octopus TDNW300 Skimmer
Rated for 800 gallons
3 OTP2000 pumps (all impellers have been changed)
1 Hailea 6520 feeding pump

Ocean Runner OR3500 return pump
Aqua Medic 3 Stage RO unit (filters need to be changed)
Brand new Jager 300w heater
All items are used besides heater

Selling everything for R9000
I have upgraded to a 900l tank so im selling this setup

Notes:

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Bryopsis - My options?

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 9:48am CST by chas84

Hi everyone,

A few weeks ago I noticed a small amount of Bryopsis growing on a piece of rock in my tank. I did not think much of it, as I had the same happen in my Nano a while ago, but the Urchin took care of it. The bryopsis has now spread to about 5 rocks where it's growing in small clumps.

I introduced the Urchin to the tank about two or three weeks ago, but he doesn't seem to eat it this time. As is usual the hermit, snails, etc. are also not touching the stuff.

I'd like to introduce a herbivore to eat it, and have so far read that fish most likely (but not guaranteed) to eat it are Scopas Tang, Naso Tang, Bi-color blenny and Lawnmower blenny. Anyone have luck with something eating bryopsis?

My only other options are to increase the pH (I read to 8.5?)or increase Magnesium. I'd prefer to rather add a herbivore instead of fiddling with the water chemistry. I don't want to explore the harsher options (like freezing the rock, boiling it, etc.).

Any advice?

various stuff for sale for sale: DURBAN

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 9:37am CST by mahan

Hardware for saleThread title:

various stuff for sale

Location:

DURBAN

Shipping or Collection only:

collection or shipping can be arranged

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi ppl I have some stuff lying around and need to sell as to upgrade my system
hope the pics show
These are 24w t5 diy unit with 2x spare globes R400

This is a dazz 3x54w t5 unit aqua medic bulbs +/-6mths old still like brand new with brackets for stand R1000

this is a speck pool pump like brand new excellent condition R600

Dolphin uv sterilizer 7w new globe +/-2months old R250

2x Aqua h20 pumps 8000l p/h 180w uplift pumps R350 each
I also have 1x metal halide 150w diy complete set for sale radiant type 14000k globe R400 sorry no pics

Notes:

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So Many Options????

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 9:33am CST by brentv

Hi Guys, There are seriously so many skimmer options out there now and everyone is a die hard fan of this one and cone skimmer that one!!! I have a 1600L and was hoping to spend in the region of about R4000-R5000. What is my best option??? I have space for an internal or external?:whistling:

Id snail please

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 9:10am CST by gMAN

Hi guys, can anyone ID these suckers for me? pretty sure they're the reason my GSP & Zoa's slowly disappearing.....

Wanting Chaeto or caluepra

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 8:54am CST by spentacle

Hi guys im looking for some chaeto or caleupra. I have asked before but setup a new tank and am looking for some more if any of you guys in
EL can help me out it would be much appreciated

Fibreglass & resin & epoxy

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 8:14am CST by dallasg

Hi,

Luxor paints make an epoxy resin for fibreglass or to be used by itself, is this reef safe?

Urgent help needed Coral Problem

Posted: November 29th, 2010, 8:07am CST by Slims

hi Guys

My corals are looking very sad at the moment. Both the Green Brains used to be very green but has slowly turned a brownish rust colour. The Red has also lost its colour. Can anyone tell me what might be causing this?

GHA confusion?????

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 12:28am CST by MistaOrange

Ok I have had this GHA for some months now or almost 7 months & seeing something strange of late. Now the question, if GHA is left for some time is it possible if it could develop into a sort of macro algae ie. Feather Caulerpa C. crassifolia as such? The reason why I ask this is because I have never had any Feather Caulerpa C. crassifolia in my tanks ever & I'm seeing little feather looking plant & a toad stool looking plant & both run like an ivy vine. Could anyone could please explain what the hell is going on there?

Thanks in advance

Dallas' 310L Corner tank - Pics and Build Thread

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 10:33pm CST by dallasg

Hi,

so i needed to setup a tank and fully document it and post it here and keep it updated, unlike my others. This thread is for the tank build and pics, please post in the discussion thread i will start here

I will be making this tank to house an 8 month old anemone that has grown from a mere 10cm to over 80cm, it is a Heteractis magnifica. this tank will house it and a school of clowns that are all tank bred and have been living together since birth.

i might add a few corals and inverts to the setup over time and other fish, but the focal point of the tank will be the anemone.

The filtration will be a DSB in tank at about 10cm, with a sump containing, a heater, 2 x ts1 skimmers, and 3 reactors, one for carbon & katalyst, one for nitratr, and one for organitr, all brightwell products. there will also be an external zeolith filter for neozeo media and a JNB calcium reactor.

for lighting i will use a 150w metal halide 14k over the center of the tank, with 2 x gieseman pure actinics and 2 x giesemann aqua pinks.

for flow there will be 4 sunsun 5000L heads in a new surge box device i have been playing with.

all additives are brightwell, of which i will be using the following:
Alkalin8.3
Elemental
Iodion
Potassion
Bio Fuel
MBacter7
Reef Snow
NeoMarine Salt

the stand is made from treated maranti and will house the sump and filters etc

here is the tank

Dallas' 310L Corner tank - Discussion Thread

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 10:29pm CST by dallasg

This is a thread for advice, comments and chats about my new tank build.

Thanks

Brownish Algae

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 8:19pm CST by Ross

Hey guys, have a funny brownish algae show up on my rear and left pane. (the ones that don't get cleaned) there was a good coraline growth and now this.

Nitrates, Nitrites 0
Ammonia 0.01
Ph 8.2
Kh 11

I don't currently have a po4 kit cause nobody seems to have the Tetra M kits.

I dose Vodca, Vit C, and Koral Color (but the algae started before the KC). Calcium reactor and carbon reactor are fine.

Cut down on my lighting for a week.

Also cut down my feed quite a bit. Fish and Corals. Frozen food is always defrosted and rinsed.

No new additions.

Only issue I have is battling to get my SG up. It is at 1.022

Hope this post is ok. Posting from iPhone.

Id please

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 5:21pm CST by nepellew

Hey guys was just wondering what the hell is this one of my friends caught it and gave it to me it is presently in a bucket with salt water haha can any one please id it for me looks kinda weird

UPS or Generator?

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 2:55pm CST by Lemar

Hi
What type of UPS do I need to run a +-200W return pump for approximately 4-6 hours.
OR
We have a 6.6kva generator. But we need to convert the gennie to switch on automatically?
What are our options for the best price?

We are going away in december for - 3weeks and therefore we need to ensure a power failure does not cause us harm. The security company only sends an sms after 30 min of lack of power, and from our experience in last 3 years our power always fails in the morning hours (2am-5am). So difficult to get someone to come to the house and switch on the power again.

we tried an computer UPS 600AP, and it worked for about 30 minutes just on the return pump. We then connected it to a deep cycle deltec 110amp battery but then it burned out!
We don't no much about electricity... any advice much appreciated.

Was Just Wondering

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 12:24pm CST by Q89

I was wondering, if you have a 30L marine aquarium with just a few corals and one fish, you feed very little, and do a 10% W/C everyday(3L, which is not much).
Do you still need to run a skimmer or can you just run a HOB filter with filter floss or something in that line?

What do you guys think?

Q

Mixing different salts

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 12:01pm CST by Stavros

i sometimes Get my Already salted water from 2 LFS, if they use different salts would this effect Anything?

whats needed to start a qt

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 9:59am CST by malooda

hi
what do you need to have for a qt
do you need everyting you nedd for your main tank
wat size must it be
thanks

Urgent help needed Giesemann T5??

Posted: November 28th, 2010, 8:47am CST by mullet2010

I have started a little 90L soft coral tank and am running a Hagen Glo T5 lighting unit on it (2x 24W) with a PowerGlo and a MarineGlo.
I have had great success using Geisemaan T5's on my freshwater setup and would like to introduce the same to my 90L set up.
bearing in mind that I would like to use Geisemann's, what mix of tube would anyone suggest to run in my unit - all advice/suggestions welcomed!!

Complete Tank: Durban

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 7:49am CST by floh

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

Complete Tank

Location:

Durban

Shipping or Collection only:

Shipping but prefer collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Tank shot

Corals

LED 250w Light units

Low heat output and uses up to 50-70% less power than normal halides

Notes:

Hi Guys,

Iam wanting to shutdown my tank as shown below. Everything can go...
I would prefer if someone from durban took it to avoid shipping etc, however eventually i will consider shipping stuff around at your guys expense...

The tank is very mature and has been with me now for a several years. Some of the sps pieces as long as years and have grown from the size of my pinkie, to the size of my hand...

Some Equipment...

1x Sun Sun chiller with feedpump rated at 2000litres R3500
1x Haleia HC 250-A chiller with feedpump R3000

2x 250w LED Halides (see pic) R3500each
1x Reeftek Octupus Extreme Series OCTX-200 skimmer R2200
1x Auto top up kit (new) R450
2x SEIO M1500 with magnet(with spares) R500 each
1x Tunze Reef Wavemaker with controller R3000
1x Controller (PH) (SOLD) R1500
1x Reeftek Kalkstirrer (without pump) R700
1x AM 55W UV Sterilizer(with new and old bulb) R1500
As for the livestock prices, the rock can go for R100/kg, all of it is the proper fiji rock as iam sure the more experienced members can see... Its the same rock I brought in awhile back if some of you remember...

As for the SPS corals etc iam not quite sure what price to set as iam a "SPS man", so to me they are worth alot more than some other people... So if you are interested best would be to pm me.

Mods if i have to put a price for forum reason, please let me know and ill thumb suck some...

Thanks

If you need any more pics of anything please pm me and i will take them..

Various frags for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 7:02am CST by Jimbo

Various frags for saleCommon Names:

Hammer/ Frogspawn and monti pora

Scientific Names:

-

Size of frags

Approx. 5 heads

How long have you had the frags?

2 years

Are the frags mounted?

No

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

R200

Photo's:

Hi Guys,

I have 2 largish hammer frags metallic green and 2 frogspawn frags metallic green and one monti pora bright green on a piece of live rock.

Hammers- R250 each
Frogspawn- R200 each
Monti- R250

Jimbo.

Notes:

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GHL Salt Water conductivity probe for sale: Norwood, Johannesburg

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 7:06pm CST by jumboswart

Hardware for saleThread title:

GHL Salt Water conductivity probe

Location:

Norwood, Johannesburg

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Brand new probe, must be getting old paid for 2 of these by mistake.
Wanting R1750

Notes:

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HD PVR Decoder

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 4:46pm CST by gMAN

HD PVR watch 1 record 2 - retail R2999.00 asking 1.8k

Urgent help needed loss of my gem fish

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 4:33pm CST by IMarine

Hi guys after spending 2 months of cycling my tank,i lost my cole tang,gem tang,lutent tang,6 chromas,purple tang,jumping bean,yellow tang,and my blue face trigger on its way out,what had happen was last night at 10.30 when i got home i found my bubble master 250 skimmer was going crazy,so after i checked my fish i found all good and all eating,then 2 hours later i saw my wrasse jumping from top to bottom,i then realized i might have a amo spike, so i tested with seachem test kit and found that my amo was off the chart,i then did a 50 % water change and changed my carbon,air rated the water and me of all people was out of prime and stabality,so what i did was every half hour a did a water change and when through the night with out sleep,at 7 this morning i lost 6 fish and the rest through the course of the day,my daughter at 8am this morning told me that my domestic cleaned the tank with windowline and mr muscle shower,after telling me this i called her,and she said that when she cleaned the glass of the tank she had mr muscle
between her legs and it tipped over into my sump,but the ..... should of called me,so after a total of 5000lts of water change the ammonia is 0, and the other thing is she was told by my wife to stay away from my tank.:(

Canon 50mm Macro Lens

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 4:04pm CST by gMAN

Hi guys, selling this lens - offers between 3.5k & 4k

MicrobeLift 2011 Catalogues

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 11:09am CST by HenkHugo

Hey guys,

If you would like to download the MicrobeLift 2011 Home Agaurium Catalogue please click on the link below. Be warned it is a 14mb file :thumbup:

http://www.peckoltia.co.za/2011_Home...um_Catalog.pdf

If you would like to download the MicrobeLift 2011 Pond Catalogue please click on the link below. Be warned its a 30mb file :whistling:

[www.peckoltia.co.za]

Sugar fine...

Posted: November 27th, 2010, 9:02am CST by JAM

Howzit guys so gonna start cycling my new build next weekend. And need to get my substraite sorted. Realy like the look of sugar fine aragonite and the fact it won't let much kuk settle in it.but always hear fellow reefers complaining of it blowing arround to much? Is this te case,has anyone had sucsess with it???

Figi Live Rock and corals in shop from today

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 11:41pm CST by lanzo

Hi Guys

We have awsome figi LR 150kg's and 40 sps colony's aswell as your normal top up corals.

Come and visit us tomorrow or during next week while stock last....this rock is gong to sell off very quickly

i have never seen so much live critters on live rock before.....:thumbup:

i wiil upload pictures tomorrow

See you guys soon

Regards
Lanzo

guineafowl wrasse

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 3:26pm CST by dropzone newbee

how big do these guys get and are they shrimp safe ?

thanks

New fish shipment landed

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 2:59pm CST by Oceanson

Hi guy and girl
new shipment landed on 24Nov

Flickr: oceansoncpt's Photostream

oceanson aquarium

Zooanthids

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 2:57pm CST by superfrog

looking for zoa frags. anyone around jozi got some nicely coloured ones? preferably greens/blues/purples/yellows.

Where to get glass from?

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 2:13pm CST by Miguel

Hi im looking to buy glass to build a reptile cage/tank with the following dimensions i wanna know wherds the best and cheapest place to get these glass pieces and how much would it cost more or less?

Marine Shipments

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 12:54pm CST by wild on pets

Hi All

We recieved new shipments in consisting of
Various Corals
Regal Tang, Majestic Angel, Dwarf Angels, Rock Damsels, Kupang Damsels, Clowns,
Red Rose Bubbletip Anenomes, Dejardins,Barred Rabbitfish, mandarins, Niger triggers
Plus more

Regards
Wild On Pets

Urgent help needed Lion fish (Pterois antennata) feeding

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 12:23pm CST by freek

I've got a antenna lion that blatently refuses to eat any frozen meat. I have tried different sizes of lance fish, krill, different white fish. I have taken a whole lance fish on the end of a red straw and simulate a swimming fish. I have hide the straw behing a red gorgoinian, hide the straw behind live rock try the same during daytime and night time. I have put the fish on my live rock. It will take the pods that is coming for the frozen fish. I got a fire cracker, he steals the food and then the lion just watch him. Obvious do I feed the fire cracker now first. I treid for minutes up to 30 min.

I have dropped pieces of fish in front of him, put it close to mouth, I even chased him around in the tank with the fish to see if he tries to defend himself. We are now sitting on 4 weeks without proper food.

I stay in Standerton and my nearest Marine LFS is about 140km away. Should I start breeding my own fish to keep feeding live food and if so what fish?

4ft tank feeler: JHB

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 11:44am CST by neil.h

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

4ft tank feeler

Location:

JHB

Shipping or Collection only:

Collect only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

120X45wX60h DT
100X42X42 Sump
Steel stand
Hailea 6530 return
JNS Sk2 Skimmer
2 150w Jager heaters
1 300w Jager heater
+- 40kg Indo LR
SAGU ATU
4 Sun Sun JVP-101 3000lph with magnet mounts
2 100l bins for WC
2 25l plastic Jerry cans
Real Ocean 8X39W with Sylvania tubes ( Mix of DL, white and blue)
1 female Blue throat
4 Scissortails
3 Cardinals
Pincushion
Paly's
Green Zoas

7k for everything? Photos to follow

Notes:

-

New Video: Red Sea's new Magnesium Pro Test-Kit

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 10:48am CST by viper357

Red Sea's new Magnesium Pro Test-Kit

Video: Red Sea's new Magnesium Pro Test-Kit
Category: General
Uploader: viper357
Quote:

Originally Posted by viper357 Red Sea's new Magnesium Pro Test-Kit.

The beginning is a bit boring but the new cool titration gadget thingy shows it's face at about 3:20. Check it out.

Idol marine new arrivals

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 10:24am CST by Bob the (reef)builder

HI ALL,

NEW STOCK AT IDOL MARINE.:)

Potters angelfish,queen angelfish,sub adult chevron tang,cardinals,naso tangs,royal dottyback,various anthius
and many more.

Corals include colourful zooanthids,euphyllia variants,scolymia,turbinaria,brains,bubbles and more.

We are open on Saturday 8am till 2pm for all your marine
requirements.

Keep it salty,
Cheers for now,
Idol Marine Crew.

livestock that will love algae

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 10:20am CST by cassie1

Hi guys, need a bit of advise please.

My tank has been cycling for about 13 weeks now. I got a little pincusion and some zoas from a friend so that is going nicely. no fish yet, some hermits and snails

I have 2 x 54w on for about 10-12 hours daily. some days they will be off because of the problem.

I am getting a lot of green algue on the rock, glass and brown algue on the aragonite.

What fish will be suited to help with the algae on the rocks etc. i know i will get on the glass

Thanks guys ;)

Retail shops in Jhb?

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 9:31am CST by dallasg

hi,

as the subject says

Oxygen within the aquarium

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 9:20am CST by Jaco Schoeman

Hi guys...

I need your thoughts and input on this please...

Due to my very heavy feeding requirements, I am opting to "cut" off flow throughout the tank (return pump switched off) at the time I am feeding.

Now you must take into consideration that I will be feeding from about 16h00 right throught to about 07h00 am.

Now in this time, the tank will only have it's circulation pumps on, but my concern is oxygen levels. The fish will all be "sleeping" mostly in this timeframe, but they still use up oxygen.

The refuge and DSB should be fine, as it has cheato that produces oxygen, but should I be concerned about oxygen in the DT?

Should I maybe **hate saying this as it is a dreaded subject** add an airstone to the tank???

Maybe get a little scuba diver on an airline...:P **joke...

Your thoughts please.

the bubble plate discussion thread.

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 8:51am CST by leslie hempel

i think we need to tput this topic out for discussion.

can anyone help with what actually makes them more effiecient?

prolonged contact time better latching of proteisn in a more confined space?

thoughts welcomed

Can this unit be timed

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 8:50am CST by ZaxXx

Can the Aquamedic ocean light with leds be timed individualy at say 3 different times or is it just an off and on button??

The cone design discussion thread

Posted: November 26th, 2010, 8:40am CST by leslie hempel

Guys

what makes the "cone" a better design than any conventional skimmer design?

my understanding is that there is less resistance for the dirt to be pushed up to the collection cup?

please list the advantages and disadvantages of using it over the normal ones.

im interested in seeing what thoughts we get from this discussion.

First time Marine Tank Owner.

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 7:30am CST by ShaunSwindon

Morning everyone. My name is Shaun and I live in the Kew area, Johannesburg. I have kept huge fresh water tanks for years. My biggest was a 6foot where I had Oscars and eels inside :biggrin:

I have been trying to read through all the links on this site. A huge amount of information by the way ;)

Regardless I have already bought a 1200x400x800 Sun Sun tank from the pet shop in the Boksburg Flea Market as this was the biggest one my Wife would allow. I am not sure of the name of my mini internal skimmer or my large external filter. I have two internal filters (mainly for current), current power head plus a gutter filter. I know a sump is ideal but apparently the external filter works just as well? Please tell me this is correct....please :whistling:

Today is in fact 3 weeks since I filled the tank. I put about 5kgs of live rock in last Sunday and have been enjoying watching all the little creatures which are now crawling around the tank or waving in the current. I also was wondering about that and when is the best time to insert live rock into my tank? Some say when you fill the tank the first time and some say after a month. Some advice would be appreciated here please :thumbup:

I am just a bit worried about the sudden "brownish" algae which has appeared suddenly after a week on only the live rocks. Will anything eat this algae? I also have a long red haired algae which came with one of the live rocks. Should I leave that in the tank or should I be worried about all this algae and begin trying to remove anything? I don't really mind the algae but I have heard the red one can take over your tank in time. Will anything eat it eventually? Starfish or a certain type of Fish maybe and how much longer should I wait before I can add them?

Anyways I am so excited just by staring at the empty tank at the moment :thumbup:

MicrobeLift Reef Salt

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 5:55am CST by HenkHugo

Reef Salt

Nitrate & Phosphate Free

Manufactured with pharmaceutical grade salts
Helps to establish a stable pH
Formulated for use with calcium reactors
Contains all major, minor, and trace elements required to maintain reef inhabitants

Cycling your Reef System

ML/Special Blend and ML/Nite-Out II is the only NATURAL treatment program to cycle and balance your aquarium quickly and safely. This combination of natural products will control toxic ammonia, nitrite and nitrate while enhancing your water quality.

ML/Special Blend is the ONLY bacterial consortium that will do nitrification and de-nitrification.

PARAMETERS:
Alkalinity 2.90
Boron (ppm) 2.9
Calcium (ppm) 450
Chloride (ppm) 17,000
Copper (ppm) 0.0003
Iodide (ppm) 0.08
Magnesium (ppm) 1,350
Molybdenum (ppm) 0.113
pH @20.3 C 8.45
Potassium (ppm) 380
Sodium (ppm) 9,030
Strontium (ppm) 9.8
Sulfate (ppm) 2,180

Instructions

For best results mix with distilled or reverse osmosis water.

If you use tap water make sure the tap water is dechlorinated with a high quality dechlorinator such as MICROBE-LIFT(ML)/XTreme, ML/Dechlorinator + Water Conditioner, ML/Super Dechlorinator + Water Conditioner, or ML/Supreme Dry Ammonia Remover prior to adding in the salt.

Stir vigorously or aerate with an air pump to thoroughly mix the salt and the water. The solution may be used immediately, however, we suggest that the solution be aerated with an air pump prior to use. This will oxygenate the water.

Adjust salinity with an accurate hydrometer. We recommend a specific gravity range of 1.020 to 1.023 at 75º F (24º C). If the specific gravity is too low add more salt. If the specific gravity is too high, add more dechlorinated water.

Reseal the bucket tightly to keep moisture out. Store the bucket in a cool dry area.

Water Conditions

The ML line of salt and water conditioners is sold worldwide. There are aquarists that use R/O water, some use dechlorinated water and some even use tap water! We have no idea of the water parameters in your local area. It is therefore impossible to give specific recommendations for your individual area. Listed below are general guidelines that you should follow:

NEVER mix salt in an aquarium containing any live stock!
Transfer live stock into the aquarium after the salt is COMPLETELY mixed.
If your local water (even after dechlorination) contains high levels of minerals a white precipitate may develop until the magnesium and calcium salts find their ionic equilibrium.

Water Changes/Makeup Water

Prepare small quantities by using 1/2 cup (approx. 130 g) for each U.S. gallon (3.78 L). Follow the instructions to the left.
Carefully monitor your water parameters (pH, nitrites, phosphates, alkalinity, KH, etc.) weekly.
We recommend at least a 20%-25% water change every other week to maintain optimum water quality (or as is necessary, depending on fish load etc.).

Additional Notes

1) We do not use sea salts made by solar evaporation! While the remaining salt is natural, all of the pollutants remain along with the salt. Some salts (calcium & magnesium) tend to separate in the mix during international transportation as well as local shipping.

2) Mesh Size- Ecological Laboratories INC. takes extra steps to grind all the salts to the same mesh size to prevent stratification, so separation is kept to a minimum. Colored specs in this dry mix contains all essential major, minor and trace elements. Please note that dry forms of trace elements are NOT always white. When we formulate our salt mix, some of these trace elements will be visible to the naked eye. They are essential for a successful closed reef system. Bromide- We do NOT add bromide to our salt mix. Bromate is an extremely powerful oxidizer. When used improperly it can rapidly kill fish and corals. Ozone is not commonly used in the USA, however it is very popular in Europe. Aquarium ozonizers are relatively cheap and imprecise. Unless you have a professional quality ozonator to ensure the ozone is precisely dispensed, it will cause additional problems. Excess ozone, oxidizes the bromide to hypobromite and then to bromate ion!

3) Reef Salt 1.025 specific gravity/32.35 ppt salinity Reef Salts should not dissolve quickly! One of the
best ways to know if a salt is designed for reef invertebrates such as corals, clams, sponges and many other animals is to see how rapidly the salt dissolves into crystal clear water. If the water clears immediately that indicates that there are very few trace elements and likely low magnesium levels. Our Reef Salt is pretty clear five minutes after mixing, very clear after an hour and crystal clear within 12 hours.

4) Sea Salt 1.022 specific gravity/29.8 ppt salinity Basic Sea Salts do clear rapidly. Without the enhanced
levels of the various trace elements, the salt reaches an ionic balance rapidly in the water and usually is very clear in five to ten minutes. These basic Sea Salts are designed with marine fish in mind, but are safe to use with invertebrates. However, they do lack the higher levels of trace elements required for long term care of invertebrates in a captive saltwater system. We do not recommend using Marine/Sea Salt for Reef Tanks. It would not be in the best interest of your reef livestock.

50 U.S. gal. mix (189 L) Net Wt. 14.3 lb./ 6.50 kg mixes to 1.025 specific gravity/32.35 ppt salinity
140 U.S. gal. mix (529 L) Net Wt. 40.1 lb./ 18.23 kg mixes to 1.025 specific gravity/32.35 ppt salinity
200 U.S. gal. mix (757 L) Net Wt. 57.3 lb./ 26.05 kg mixes to 1.025 specific gravity/32.35 ppt salinity

refuge

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 9:27pm CST by Stavros

hi i have a 12 gallon nano tank with a clown, firefish, goby +a cardinal. Im planning to install a refuge to help with nutrient export, I plan to have Live sand + LR+ Cheateo algae ect. Are their eny particular ways a fuge should be set up?IM planning to grow a pod population. Are their any hints about rearing them? and establishing a strong population.

Also is perspex safe in a reef tank?

also, the 2 pumps that pump water to and from the refuge, 1 pumps downhill and one pumps uphill. Wouldnt the ammount of water "pumped" differ due to the forces of gravity on the pump pushing the water up than the the 1 pumping down hill. Will this cause a flood? as their is no resistance on 1 of the pumps. Just a thought;)

im only 15 years old and taking it 1 step at a time. Just dont want to go to fast and mess it all up, so i thought i betta ask u guys:)

Urgent help needed Plate Coral - RTN?

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 6:40pm CST by poiromaniax

Hey guys,

I copied the template from detailed help so you guys can have a bit of info first:

Tank size:
1500X650X650

System Volume:
650L

How long has your tank been running?
6 months (80% of the rock was from my old setup running for 2 years)

What livestock do you have?
Sailfin Tang
Mimic Tang
Eibli Angel
Fairy Wrasse
6 X chromis
2 X Tomato Clowns
1 X Mandarin
Mated pair boxing shrimp
cleaner shrimp
Longspine Urchin
Nerita and Turbo Snails
Hermit crab
porcelain crab

Water Parameters:

Alkalinity (dkh): 8
Calcium: 430
Phosphate: 5ppm
Magnesium: 1300
pH: 8.0
Nitrite: 0
Nitrate: 5ppm
Ammonia: 0ppm
Salinity: 1.025
Temperature: 26

What lighting is over the tank?
3 X 150W MH (Bulbs changed 1.5 months ago) 2 X 54W actinic (bulbs changed 3 months ago)

Pumps and equipment:
Vortech MP40W
Sunsun 12000lph
ReefOcto DNW200 Skimmer
Phosban 150 with Antiphos

Maintenance:
Weekly 10% Water Change (Fighting GHA at the moment)
Siphon detritus

tests and additives (if necessary) bi weekly

Problem

So now that you have some info, my problem:

Yesterday I did a waterchange as I have done for the last 2 months,using Tropic Marin pro-reef matched to tank temp, salinity, etc. This morning I noticed that my green/pink plate had a few small white spots on it (more than spots actually, looked like lost tissue) Seeing as all my other corals were fine, I thought nothing of it,and I dismissed it.

I came home this afternoon and saw that the problem had gotten alot worse!

Pics:

Now:

1) What could be the cause?
2) What can I do to save my beloved plate?

Please help!!

Thanks gents

Eggcrate in Durban

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 3:45pm CST by Slims

hi All

I finally found an EGGCRATE supplier in Durban. R120 per sheet 1200 x 600mm WHITE ONLY.

A A P Cc · Air Conditioning Equipment & Systems. Buro Ctr 57 Buro Cres Mayville Durban 4091. (031) 208-0240

MicrobeLift Reef Foods for Filter Feeders

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 3:10pm CST by HenkHugo

Phyto-Plus A

A Highly Palatable Reef Food for Filter Feeders

Size range 9-50 microns

Contains: phyto-pigments, omega-3's, carbohydrates, amino acids, as well as, lipids and essential fatty acids.

MICROBE-LIFT/PhytoPlus A is a highly palatable blended reef food for soft corals, anemones, tunicates, clams, feather dusters, sponges, as well as, many other reef animals.

Contains:

Dunaliella (16-24 Microns)

Spirulina Platensis Ageitler (20-50 Microns)

Plalymonus (9-14 Microns)

Phaeodactylum Tricornutum (18-20 Microns)

Directions

Shake well before every use. For every 50 gal. add 1-2 teaspoons (can be 1-2 capfuls on our 8 and 16 oz. bottles) 1 capful/1teaspoon = 5mL. You can target feed (1 to 2 drops, 2 to 3 times weekly for each animal using a plastic syringe) or add to an area of high water flow. You can alternate with MICROBE-LIFT/ ZooPlus for a more natural varied diet. You may adjust dosage depending on your tanks aquatic load. Always monitor water quality and do not overfeed. You may refrigerate after opening. MICROBE-LIFT/PhytoPlus A is produced under controlled aquaculture environments. MICROBE-LIFT/PhytoPlus A is harvested under natural conditions, blended and packaged in our own laboratories.

Ingredients

Dunaliella Spp. (6 million cells/mL), Spirulina Platensis Ageitler (300,000 cells/mL), Platymonus Spp. (60 million cells/mL), Phaeodactylum Tricornutum (20 million cells/mL)

Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein 0.12%
Crude Fat 0.06%
Crude Fiber 0.04%
Moisture 99.77%
Omega 3 Fatty Acids 0.01%
Ash (Max) 0.08%
Carotenoids 0.01%

Cautions

Keep out of the reach of children
Follow directions carefully
Avoid skin or eye contact. If contact happens, flush area thoroughly with cold water

This product is intended for use with all ornamental and aquarium fish but may not be used with fish intended for human consumption.

Jason's tank-in-the-wall

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 2:58pm CST by jaybeepee

Hey Guys,

I've decided to put up some info and pics of my system. I initially created a thread on SARK but have decided that MASA is my new home ;)

Trying to keep up on 2 forums is just crazy.

Anyway so here goes. This is my first real tank. I used to keep a small tank back in the day at school (when we still used undergravel filters :D)

I enjoy DIY so most of the stuff, i've done by myself, like building my tank, the stand, tiling the wall, etc.

SO here is the pic of the tank being glued (dimensions - 1.6m x 700mm x 700mm), with side overflow.

Then, a nice big hole in my dining room wall, luckily for me, the dining room shares a wall with the garage (soon to be engine room).

and then finally, my home made stand, made from 40mm angle iron.

Hi everyone

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 2:18pm CST by louicopp

Hello from the UK!

I'm not new to saltwater, but new to this site. I think I recognise a few names from various other boards that I belong to *waves*.

My main sw weakness is with our graceful friends, the seahorses. At present I have 4 species; H.zosterae, H. erectus, H.barbouri and H.comes. I've just had my first brood of erectus babies which I'm very excited about! We only have around 15 of them, and I'm guessing the small brood size is due to the fathers age, and the possibility that we lost some of them in the DT.

Thankfully, my husband is enjoying the hobby too, so he tollerates my constant desire for more tanks!

At the moment our tanks are as follows:

65g reef (hubbys)
34g seahorse tank
25g nano
25g fry tank
10g fry tank
8g dwarf tank
+various little culture tanks

I hoping to upgrade my seahorse tank to a 60g+ in the new year

That's it for now. Just wanted to say hi :)

Corals left in november

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 2:13pm CST by Perky pets superstore

Hi guys , these are the corals left, we are getting a huge order of corals in two weeks time.

Our live rock is ready for sale now, Kenyan @ R 98.95 pkg

Weve also got a order in for fish as well as 6 flame angels and 10 yellow tangs.

Will take a few pics of the new stock when it comes in.

Tks guys

Red sea coral pro salt still on special !

22kg - R550.00
7 kg - R 190.00

Thanks
David

Cleaner wrasse

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 2:13pm CST by deadmeat2016

I bought a blue streak cleaner a few days ago, hes small, about 5 cm. I heard they were extremely difficult to wean onto frozen foods and usually die soon after addition to the tank. This little wrasse is eating like a pig from day 1, ive seen him actually eat a whole krill! Am I lucky or should i expect his demise?

pictures needed of the following Aqua excel skimmers

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 1:13pm CST by leslie hempel

does anyone have a picture of the following skimmers:

AE 1001

AE 1151

AE1201

i have googled high and low and i cant find them..

they are apparently the latest aqua excel range.

any assistance will be appreciated

Anyboby got an idea?

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 12:16pm CST by gecco

This is growning on the LR, it's about 2cm in diameter.

Bacteria for filtration

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 10:39am CST by Jaco Schoeman

Hi guys

I need some input on what the best method is to have bacteria help with filtration, especially a high nitrate level tank from heavy feeding.

I know there are a few ways like vodka dosing, but what would be best. My tank is only about 150liters, and other filtration methods currently are skimmer, DSB, cheato and weekly water changes.

I feed VERY HEAVY, yet I must get rid of the nutrient build up.

What would be the best way to go about it?

Thanks!!!!

Replace Ceramic Rings

Posted: November 25th, 2010, 10:10am CST by Michael B

Hi All,

I have a large chamber filled with ceramic rings (its the first chamber) - been reading some reviews on them & it seems most people recon to get rid of them (slowly each week).

What would you then replace them with in that chamber? (sure they also work to avoid micro-bubbles)

Any ideas / suggestions?

Cheers
Michael B

Aqua-Medic OceanProp

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 7:43am CST by callie

Has any one manage to create a wave with the Aqua-Medic OceanProp 15000 L pump.

Hows this for a MAC quality new fish

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 11:49pm CST by magman

Got this fish yesterday at the Durban airport, coming from a Cape town LFS, at 8:15pm, got home at 10pm, and started acclimitising till 1am. Put it in the qt tank, with all my other fish. I walked past the QT this morning at 7am, and my emp went mad when it recognised me, I had been away for a few days, it was splashing water at the surface, so of course I fed the emp a few pellets. The queen had been in the tank for about 6 hours and probably ate more pellets than all the other fish combined!!!! It nearly ate nori out my hand lunch time, tommorrow I know it will eat nori out my hand. If I ever had a fish that I would not QT, it would be this fish, but neverless, I will always QT all my fish, it is currently in QT with my other fish. But from now on, I will only buy these MAC approved fish, and this fish has also been carted around to a fish show over the last weekend.

The pics may look like it has w/s, but it is dirt on the glass.

Check how fat this fish is!!!

Proof is in the pudding, check it eating, this pic was taken 21 hours that it's been in the qt.

My gravity-fed algae scrubber

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 8:20pm CST by jaybeepee

Well, its been 10 days and I took my screen out for its 1st cleaning. Here's what it looked like. Not bad for 10 days. Have noticed a definite drop in nutrients as well as cyano on my sand bed (both DT and DSB).

So far I'm pretty happy with the performance.

For those interested - I am ONLY running 2 x 20W CFL bulbs (4000K) about 5cm from the screen. When I'm done there will be 5 bulbs running. I just havent had time to finish it yet.

Water change and dosing

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 6:48pm CST by maj

I was thinkin,I have been using fauna marine ultra bio and ultrabak on
My DT with great results.
I'm doing a waterchange 2moro and was thinkin when doin that is it ok to
Dose the fauna afterwards?coz then the skimmer will be off for few hours.
Thing I'm worried about is it ok to not have skimmer on just after a water change?

Another is it ok to have ur hands in the tank just after dosing the bacteria or will it interfe sumhow?or will ur
Skins oil react to it negativly?

Stunning MAC shipment just landed

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 4:37pm CST by calvin@exotics

Hello All

We have just landed a Stunning MAC shipment :thumbup:

chevron tangs
blue throat trigger pairs
yellow tangs
blue tangs
multi angels
remora
multicolor angels
fisheri angels

to name a few

please feel free to drop us a PM or call for any inquiries

best regards

Lanzo's Large Angel Setup

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 1:33pm CST by lanzo

Hi guys

I can now finally start planning and slowley get this tank up and running.

Im sitting with two options:

3210 x 1200 x 700mm - 2696Liters- water volume at level= 2580L

or

3210 x 1500 x 700mm - 3370Liters- water volume at level = 3274L

Filter will be the following:

Skimmer: Reef Octopus cone XP8000EX or x2 Reef Octopus cone XP5000Internal

x3 N/P pellet reactors

Inmates: Large angel setup:thumbup:

Will upload the stand design tomorrow

BioPellet and ATS

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 1:22pm CST by Nsteyn

Hi guys, need some advise

As an aditional export mechanism above my current dsb and Bio Pellet reactor, I am thinking of installing an algae scrubber.

The catch is, I want it in sump, with no extra pumps etc. so have 2 options in my opinion - feeding it from my overflow, or from one of the existing mechanisms in my tank - from here then my question.

Do you think I could use the outflow from my biopellet canister (using a ORP1000 pump) to feed my ATS?

the drawback on this is that my outflow would then no longer be directly in front of my skimmer, as is recommended, but would flow over my ATS, through my macro algae and some liverock then over my dsb and returned to the display

Technically I see no problem in doing this, but I am thinking about the biological implications in this - having the "waste" from the Bio Pellet run over the algae scrubber etc through the tank.

Any ideas on this?

Below a pic trying to demonstrate the setup im thinking about.
The red dot is where my bio pellets currently flow into, and the arrow at the top is where I am thinking of letting it flow into...

Dripping a Shrimp

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 12:58pm CST by Tiger eye

Hi guys I bought a Fire Shrimp and driped it for an hour their after i put it in my tank about an hour later it was dead[IMG]http://***********************/forum/images/smilies/yikes.gif[/IMG] so i phoned the lfs where i bought it and they told me that i was suposed to drip it for 24 houers. [IMG]http://***********************/forum/images/smilies/huh.gif[/IMG] Ive never heard of this. If so how do i do it if i am working?

Can someone shed some light on this subject?

Thanks
Tiger eye

my tank

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 11:34am CST by cswhitehead

thought i would let you guys know that my first marine tank is just about ready. eventually i am planning to keep corals and fish.
so this is what i have so far:
the tank is a standard 4ft (1220 x 450 x 450) with corner overflow and 50mm outlet with standard 3ft tank as the sump. the sump is a 3 part sump, 1st skimmer(reeftek ts2), 2nd dsb, 3rd return(resun king-2a 1500l/h). i got my father to build the cabinet stand and canopy, the stand has been galvanized and painted with hammer tone the cabinet and canopy is made out of knotty pine. lighting i have so far is 1x reeftek 12000k 4ft t5 tube and 1x reeftek antic 4ft t5 tube. for flow in the tank i have 3 x sun sun 3000l/h vibration pumps. i have stuck blue vinyl on the back of the tank and blue perspex on the overflow box.

what i still need:
i still need to do the plumbing for the overflow and return.
im still waiting for araganite and need to get some live rock once the tank is ready.
i plan on getting another 6 4ft t5 tubes ( 1 blue and 5 1000k-12000k) once i start stocking the tank. i don't have reflectors for the lights but i am going to make a diy reflector and see how it comes out. and i still need to get an ro unit. a chiller at a later stage once i want to keep corals. and some test kits.

is there anything else i still need?

i will post pics of the tank later and of the reflectors once i have made them.

Suggestions on t5 lights with 150w 14000k metal halide

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 10:28am CST by charlv

Hi Everyone

Can someone help me with light suggestions.
My Tanks size:
918L x 520H x 605W
Running a 150w 14000k Metal Halide

I like the blue look but crisp

So i was thinking of two t5 39w actinic blues plus the halide
Will this be ok

Corals at the moment sps, lps and softies

Thanks in advance
Charl

My Nano Drop of the Ocean

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 10:12am CST by Patrick-Star

Hallo everyone!
I have to say, this is web site Rocks!!! :yeahdude:
Have personally lost hours no its more like days reading all different threads on the site the past month or two.

So here is my aquarium: Boyu TL450, was given to me by someone who no longer had time to look after it about 3 moths ago. All pretty much standard still, but it will not stay that way for long, I love to DIY things. Already removed the ceramic rings and bio balls and replaced it with small pieces of LR that can fit into the return section.
Still lots of DIYing and mods to be done here.

Currently stock is 2 false peculiar clowns, 1 turbo snail and LR and lots of red mushroom polyps.

Stephan

Hope this is the correct section ... other issues.

Posted: November 24th, 2010, 8:08am CST by ZeroCool

hi guys, i posted a thread a few weeks ago about spagetti worms ... and every one said they are good guys.

well, my tank is going more and more back wards, and i dont know what any more.

question, i saw a long, legged insect or something, almost like a small 'oorkruiper' ... are they good or bad ?

:(

Coral friendly Fish

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 7:08am CST by MavrickFDT

Hi all

Does anybody have or know of a Coral friendly fish list?

I am asking as I want to start my Marine tank soon and I would like to have corals and fish, but I was wondering if there is a list of fish that are Coral friendly?

Feeding a Regal Angel

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 8:56pm CST by Andreas

Hi Guys,

So I decided to get myself a regal angel only to realise that they are one of the most difficult species to get to eat. After reading a bit of literature on the net regarding them I realised that the ones from the Red Sea seem to do a bit better than the ones from Indonesia etc, although this has changed of late.

He seems very healthy and happy in the 4ft that he's sharing with a Blond Naso, but I am fully aware of the consequences if he doesn't feed and disease starts to settle in. I've tried multiple types of food from Ocean Nutrition including nori, Mysis, Krill and their much spoken of Angel mix, but he hasn't seem to take a likening in either:(

I've even go so far as to tie the food down to LR as some people suggest that they battle to eat from the water column as they're not used to eating like that.

I haven't tried clams, so where will I be able to get some as I'm not keen on going to a LFS and buying a priced piece just to get him to eat:P

O ja he's a yellow belly

Thanks

Feeding a Regal Angel

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 8:55pm CST by Andreas

Hi Guys,

So I decided to get myself a regal angel only to realise that they are on of the most difficult species to get to eat. After reading a bit of literature on the net regarding them I realised that the ones from the Red Sea seem to do a bit better than the ones from Indonesia etc, although this has changed of late.

He seems very healthy and happy in the 4ft that he's sharing with a Blond Naso, but I am fully aware of the consequences if he doesn't feed and disease starts to settle in. I've tried multiple types of food from Ocean Nutrition including nori, Mysis, Krill and their much spoken of Angel mix, but he hasn't seem to take a likening in either:(

I've even go so far as to tie the food down to LR as some people suggest that they battle to eat from the water column as they're not used to eating like that.

I haven't tried clams, so where will I be able to get some as I'm not keen on going to a LFS and buying a priced piece just to get him to eat:P

O ja he's a yellow belly

Thanks

Kent Marine Tech M Magnesium

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 8:45pm CST by DudleyD

Any one knows who stocks this or is the SA agents for Kent Marine. Need this for my Bryopsis.

Is nobody selling decapsulated brine shrimp any more

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 7:57pm CST by hypn

Hi Guys,

I have been looking around for some decapsulated brine-shrimp eggs without having to make it myself.

A few years ago it was a pretty common product on the market and I still find it listed on overseas sites. Am I looking at the wrong shops, any MASA dealers with stock.

Appreciate some help, based in JHB but if there is a source in one of the other provinces I will pay and courier

Thanks

Andre

Aquamedic Light Pendant and Vortech for sale: Johannesburg, Melville

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 4:50pm CST by Nizaam

Hardware for saleThread title:

Aquamedic Light Pendant and Vortech

Location:

Johannesburg, Melville

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Aquamedic ocean light with leds and active cooling(6x39watts)
Vortech mp40w gen2

Items are used and im selling both for R6500

Im upgrading to a bigger tank so Im selling these

Notes:

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Help!!

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 4:29pm CST by NaadelKooker

Hey peeps

I'm getting all my ducks in a row and doing some costing and research on an fish only tank with some life rock.

I'm aiming at 1200x600x600 as an tank size but i'm not sure on the frame material sizes to use in making an base for the tank to sit on if any1 can give an idea on what to use?

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open source DIY controller

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 3:29pm CST by jaybeepee

Hey Guys.

I have been inspired by NSteyn's link on the DIY controller to start a project for a DIY controller. At first I'd like to start with a basic reading/reporting controller:

1. temp
2. pH
3. Saliinity

I think this can be done pretty cheaply and could be a lot of fun. I am a programmer by profession so I am happy to work on it with others on the forum. I have experience programming PIC micros and LCDs (built a tachometer for my RC helicopter).

p.s. just as an indicator of pricing. A pretty decent pic micro will set you back R30, a 16X2 LCD about R60, LM35 temp sensor about R20. So as a start thats a digital Temp display for just over R100 - then you can add circuits for pH, salinity, etc. of course here you would only pay incremental components as the micro and LCD will stay the same for all the additions.

Any ideas, other parties interested?

Cheers
Jason

Large Sump for sale for sale: Weltevredenpark, JHB

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 2:45pm CST by Adee

Hardware for saleThread title:

Large Sump for sale

Location:

Weltevredenpark, JHB

Shipping or Collection only:

collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

I have this sump that other for using to cure live rock, has never been used.

length=1400mm, width=600mm, height 350mm
built with 6mm glass with a 10mm base

Collection only, for R400

I've advertised this elsewhere as well, so contact me asap if interested

Notes:

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DIY Controller

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 10:24am CST by Nsteyn

[www.infinitysoft.net]

intresting idea, but dont know if it is worth the trouble - anyone have experience with this or knows a bit more?

Small solution for water circulation

Posted: November 23rd, 2010, 9:17am CST by robertkukla

When i got home yesterday we had no power , so in a rush i went to the garage to see what i could put together for some circulation, i found 4 windscreen sprayer motors from a car, i cleaned and joined them and connected them to a car battery, and let them hang in the tank to get some movement in the water, i was surprised how much current these little motors made, i ran them for about 3 hours with no problems.
As soon as i do a DIY on this i will post some pictures.

Dorry Pets & Idol Marine

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 10:24pm CST by lcornelius

I'm in Pretoria this week so decided to visit a few sponsors.

First stopped at Dorry Pets, wow that center tank is amazing in real life. Photo's don't do it justice! Great fish and corals! Well done guys.

Second on the list was Idol Marine. Giant shop!!! I have never seen so much LR in one tank in my life! Think they could supply the 2 oceans aquarium :razz: Once again wide range of fish and coral etc.

Two both shops, well done, you rock!

I have to say my wife saw so many fish and coral she want in the tank I might have to start a second tank soon. My tank has turned into her tank :thumbup:

skimming problems

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 8:27pm CST by Konrad

Ive got the reef octopus bubble blaster xp1000 last week but just cant get it to skim correctly, when i have the water level at 13cm in the sump, waht they sugest, when the valve at the outlet is at almost close the water will just reach the bottom of the collection cup, when i open it more the level will drop back to the reaction chamber! Ive raised the water level but it is skimming very wet and overflow the whole time, is there any one who can give some advice on this skimmer? Ive run the skimmer for a week now.

Sump Lighting

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 5:23pm CST by Nizaam

Does one need to have lighting in the sump?

Wanted: Liverock

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 4:57pm CST by Yvonne

Hi,
I am looking to buy 2 kg of Fiji Liverock and 2 kg of Indi Liverock to add to some biorock to start my tank :)

Diving and Collecting in the Eastern Cape

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 1:05pm CST by Slummies

I dont mean to get away from Broder's thread, but i could not find it anywhere..

Anyway!

water is a bit chilling in EL and not to clean. dived a pool i have never dived and found something interesting. a meduim sized Black Burni Butterfly deeeeeep in a cave as well as a nice anthias. couldnt get them so going back tomorrow. does any one have any tips on catching fish deep under a ledge?

Whats happening in PE?

red monti

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 11:16am CST by jaybeepee

Anyone got one for sale or frag?

Starfire cube for sale for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 10:59am CST by Jimbo

Hardware for saleThread title:

Starfire cube for sale

Location:

Cape Town

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

I have decided to sell my new cube as the bug has bitten again and I want a bigger tank after swearing it would never happen again. This cube is running at the moment and looks very good, if you are interested you are more than welcome to come around to have a look. Price is R3 800 includes Tank, stand,sump, plumbing and cabinetry.

Cheers,

James.

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Notes:

Dimensions are 700mm X 700mm X 550mm in 10mm polished glass & black silicone.

What camera should i buy

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 9:31am CST by Johan van Aardt

Hi guys

At the moment i have a Pentax istd camera and so far it has been fantastic for learning digital photography, and also getting to know what i like and what i dont.

the problem is that being one of the very first DSLR cameras of Pentax(only 6 MP) the settings and features are very outdated.

For example taking pictures at night i can only keep my lens open for 30 seconds(which to me is way too little)

I am aiming at upgrading and so far i really am in love with Canon camera's since i have worked with them before and know them well enough.

So anyway now that you guys have an overview of what i want i am looking for suggestions on what camera i should be getting.

Please help me choose my next camera............:biggrin:

anybody that can help with newly hatched brine-shrimp

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 9:27am CST by hypn

Hi Guys,

I am in urgent need of some newly hatched brine shrimp today (22/11). My hatch failed yesterday and the new one has not hatched as yet. Anybody in the Gauteng area that could be of help. One or two day old hatch would also be fine.

Any help would be appreciated but it has to be small not adult brine please

Andre

For All Newbies

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 8:57am CST by Slims

Hi Guys

I am relatively new to the marine scene myself. It's been a year since i first got started. A stressful and expensive year! I want to share some of my experiences with all beginners out there so that they might learn from them.

I got given a tank by a friend. It was a FW tank that was used for SW. It had no overflow , had a HOB skimmer , a cannister filter and a couple of T5's with no sump. This guy was sold fish and corals by the LFS. Needless to say it all died.
Looking at his success at reefkeeping(or his lack thereof) i decided not to take too much advice from the LFS. Instead I researched the hobby on the net. Forums like this one was the best source for hands on knowledge. 3 weeks after setting up the tank i replaced the cannister with a sump and overflow box , added more lights , got the water parametres stable and started stocking up.

Then it went horribly wrong. I got a fish that had whitespot (not visible when i saw it at the LFS) . This one fish infected my entire tank and i lost about 5 fish(R2000) in a week. LFS kept selling me different meds that were expensive but did nothing for the WS. Then the LFS sold me a Anemone - it lasted a month.This phase passed and I paid less attention to my tank not adding much and everything went well for the next 8 months. Then i moved and setup a new tank with the right equipment. And WS is back. I lost 5 fish in the last 5 days after adding a new PB Tang to my setup 2 weeks ago.

Here are a few points to remember:

1. Before spending a cent - RESEARCH. Knowledge is your best friend.
2. Choose your equipment carefully. Ask for advice on this forum before purchasing.
3. Spend as much money on a Skimmer.
4. This is important... Set up a Quarantine tank at the same time as your display tank. If you don't you will regret it. Bear in mind that LFS don't quaratine their fish.
So they will bring with them all the nasties. Quaratine any livestock before adding to your DT. I learnt this the hard way so i spent this weekend building a QT.
QT's are great to have in an emergency - so be prepared.
5. Reef safe Meds sold for WS do not work. You need to isolate your infected fish
and treat with copper based meds. A Uv steriliser is also a good investment.
6. DON'T buy an Anemone. Be patient. Nennies need a really mature enviroment to survive. Read the threads relating to nennies before purchasing one.
7. Choose your LFS carefully. Here in Durban some of them are Ripoffs and keep
really poor quality livestock. If you are Durban i suggest going to Julies in Gateway.

I will add more points as i think of them but the best advice i can give is....
USE THIS FORUM FOR ALL YOUR QUESTIONS . The members here are very helpful
and very knowlegable. What i've learnt in the last year would not have been possible without these guys. So THANKS to all the menbers.

Good luck.

Skimmer on / off

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 8:57am CST by Sentari

Hi All

Just wondering...

I'm dosing MB7 at the moment and i always switch the skimmer off for 4 hours. Which is recommended.

Then i dose a carbon source daily. My question here is should i switch my skimmer off for dosing. And also for how long?

Another question is should i be running an airstone to combat the PH swing? If so for how long should i leave the skimmer off for? I havent yet tested to see if there is a PH swing but alot of people say there might be one.

I just need to fetch my ph pen then i can test this.

The Skimz skimmer clan

Posted: November 22nd, 2010, 8:23am CST by leslie hempel

Recently got the SK181 skimz skimmer, i havent had too much time to play with it other than assemble it but wow it is impressive. workmanship is top notch.

i was planning it for my new system. but you know how it goes excitement sets in and oops its plugged in and skimming :)

it is rated for a 1200lt system using and 17w eden pump with a 760l/ph airdraw

more pics of it to follow once i get it into the sump and skimming :)

Calcium over alkalinty

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 4:04am CST by Phyrannus

Question about my alkalinity.
I regularly test my water once a month. I've noticed that i maintained my calcium level at a good level of 420-440 ppm but my alkalinity level stayed at 6kdh. I supplement calcium and alkalinity 1ml daily. Does this mean that i should add more on alkalinity? or this is the cause of a trace of Nit and phos in my tank?. (an endless battling with Nit&Phos)wheeew..

My New Build

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 12:29am CST by Bonezzz

:)

This is just a rough sketch of my tank im planning on building, it a Cube, 800X800X700 High. would really appreciate imput of what should change/add.

Thanks alot

WOW finally i switched to MARINE

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 7:31pm CST by JsPLAYn

Hello evry1, so I finally scraped the malawis lol an hit up sum new equip an started my marine setup, its been a long time dream an finally its up an runnin, yet fairly new,........ 1.2x45x45, jebo quadplex hang in skimmer, regent 2000 powerhead, 300watt heater, aragonite, 17 kg kenya liverock, Fluval 305 canister (no sump) and 1w2 watt combined T5 lights (4blu,4 10k white)............. So I so much wana have a reef tank, is my setup sufficient as I dnt honestly carry a lot of experiance, I jus learn as I go along an with advice from fellow aquarists, I would appreciate any help from u guys/gals, looking forward to long reefing with u peeps........:thumbup:

Detailed form submitted: AThomp12

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 7:25pm CST by AThomp12

Detailed help requestAre you experiencing any problems in your tank?

No

Brief Description

Hello! I am working on my Interior Design Masters at Pratt in Brooklyn, NY. For my thesis, I am designing a hotel with a roof top pool which also includes a glass bottom that would, ideally look down 5 stories to the bottom of the lobby.
Ive spoken to a few local structural engineers about glass thickness, and recommendations for bonding materials, etc and they said I should speak to someone who knows about large scaled aquariums.

This is where you can maybe help!

Here are a few questions:
1. What are the pros and cons of glass vs. acrylic? Specific to weight, durability and strength.
2. What would be the thickness of the glass and/or acrylic, specific to the dimensions I'm working with?
3. Imagine the pool situated at the top of an atrium: what sort of materials are available for the structural beams supporting this pool? I would prefer for majority of the pool bottom to be exposed, aesthetically.
4. What would be appropriate bonding techniques?
5. And last, would anyone have any recommendations of online sources that have floor plans, sections and/or elevations of any large scaled aquariums? It would be nice to see, as a reference.

Thanks for reading, I hope this isnt too off subject :)
Amanda

Also, I attached some inspiration images, in case you were interested.

Tank size

roughly 25ft x 15ft x 10ft deep

System Volume

28051.95 US Gallons

How long has your tank been running?

n/a

What livestock do you have?

n/a

Water Parameters

I dont know about this yet but I was considering salt water.

What lighting is over the tank?

?

Pumps and equipment

?

Maintenance

?

Other info and photo's.

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Attached Files

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	A2.pdf (959.9 KB)
	A1.pdf (402.1 KB)

Calcium based rock

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 4:18pm CST by Rossco

Having a piece of a coral reef in my lounge is amazing and challenging.
I always felt guilty that I have ruined some reef out there in paradise.

The alternative rocks were disappointing in terms of shape and functionality.

Ceramic rocks on the market have a low porosity, may contain silicates and were generaly of a ball shape.

Concrete These were more of a pancake shape and are very alkaline, they are porous, but need to be neutralised.

Corral sand & epoxy The epoxy covers the crushed coral reducing porosity, it is expensive and if you read the warning label on an epoxy tube you will think twice.

Plaster of Paris This could be great but the sulphates in plaster rot.

Calcium rich rock Porous; non-toxic; mouldable; and chemically similar to live rock.

I have developed a Calcium rich rock that can be moulded into shapes prior to firing it.
It remains porous and has a very similar chemical composition to live rock.
In theory it functions as a live rock does, once it is colonised by bacteria and algae.

If anyone wants to test some rock then please contact me for a free sample.
It is work in progress but it looks promising.

Cheers Rossco

Hey now for some info while i wait haha

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 3:20pm CST by nepellew

Hi there guys I was just wondering what I would need I was planning on keeping 2 Common Clowns and start breeding them can anyone please give me all the info I need to breed them and if I need a extra tank and supplies Ive got now 4 weeks to wait haha so I can prepare thanks guys;)

complete 4ft for sale: roodepoort

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 10:53am CST by aragorn101

Hardware for saleThread title:

complete 4ft

Location:

roodepoort

Shipping or Collection only:

collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

4ft .everthing included
tried vbay -noresponse so price drop

hardware

1.22 X 45 x 60 side overflow euro braced & cabinet
90 X 40 X 30 sump
system running from june.
+_20 kgs indo LR from idol marine 15 kgs base and other live rock
40 kgs played sand / fine crushed corral
seio 1500 circ
sun sun 12000 lph circ
sump-quiet one 4000 lph return
quiet one 4000 lph to skimmer
reeftek rs2 skimmer
5 t8s
20kgs salt ,red sea test kit
20l container
60l mini tank
plenty of spare parts

live stock.
small ricordia

niger trigger 8cm
orange lined trigger (undulate )8cm
magnificant foxface 6cm
2 allards clowns med
2 bannana wrasse
1 cleaner wrasse
1 lawnmower blenny
1 evil 3 line damsel
2 fire gobby
blue leg hermit
2 small hermit
2 turbo snails

R4000

collection only .I have a bakkie and will deliver around the jhb pta area but you must be present to help
ANDRE 0763921564

Notes:

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Pics from Ushaka

Posted: November 21st, 2010, 9:22am CST by Junz

Guys, here are some pics just for you . hope you enjoy

hows this bi-colour morph (only for the angel fans!!!)

Posted: November 20th, 2010, 11:03pm CST by magman

awesome, would love this

T5 Dual ballast 24W?

Posted: November 20th, 2010, 10:12pm CST by Bonezzz

my tank is 400(H) will T5 Dual ballast 24W be enough to penetrate the bottom if i wish to keep corals? if not what will or what other lighting will i need? thanks alot

looking for skimmer

Posted: November 20th, 2010, 7:39pm CST by Bonezzz

im looking for a skimmer for 250L tank, nothing over R700

thanks

Open bottom tank

Posted: November 20th, 2010, 7:30pm CST by JD167

YouTube - My creation Marine fish OPEN BOTTOM TANK

I've never seen a tank like this before.

East London reefers

Posted: November 20th, 2010, 4:53pm CST by Seabass

Does anyone have a contact for a reliable cabinet maker for my 1.22x.6x.6.
Ideally they have built a unit for you that you are very happy with.
Kindly pm me their contact details.
Much appreciated.

live rock wanted

Posted: November 20th, 2010, 2:25pm CST by wynnie

hi im looking for live rock to by at a good price if you can phone me on 0820785926 im going shopping next weekend 27nov so please phone me ill buy it i need for my 540lt tank:yeahdude:

Sevengill cowshark

Posted: November 20th, 2010, 11:43am CST by 459b

I had no idea these sharks occured in Flase Bay!
Has anyone ever dived with them?

Seven Gill Cow Shark | Highstead Houses

YouTube - Seven gill cow shark

YouTube - Seven gill cow shark

Is this perhaps a disaster waiting to happen?

Id this and that please

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 6:00pm CST by xtreme

Hi guys

This started to grow on my LR a month back and thought it was bubble algae was red but now it looks like the coralline algae and it has orange spots or something on it

And that

I think it is a type of encrusting sps, beginning it look liked white craters and now there is small brown polyps extending from it. just want to make sure, this is kenya LR

sorry guys my camera is not one of the best:(

Where to buy tanks in Port Elizabeth

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 1:32pm CST by Jinx's

Hi Everybody

We recently sold our house and our tank was build into the wall so it had to stay. Can anybody give me advice on where to buy a tanks in Port Elizabeth.(really miss my fishes and would like to start again)

Regards

Jinx's

Advice needed on setting up a 2m*2m cube

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 10:28am CST by squire

Hi guys,

I've just moved towns (new job) and have decided on a new tank.

I am toying around with the idea of a 2m * 2m * 600mm cube, located in the centre of a room thus having 5 viewing sides.

Please, i need some advice on the pros and cons of such a set up before i actually decide on the way forward.

All help will be greatly appreciated.

Various corals for sale: Wilgeheuwel West Rand

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 10:23am CST by rakabos

Various corals for saleCommon Names:

Various corals/frags/shrimps

Scientific Names:

-

Size of coral

-

How long have you had the corals?

4 months

Shipping or Collection only:

collection ONLY in JHB

Your location.

Wilgeheuwel West Rand

Price:

-

Photo's:

Hi guys

Selling some of my corals and base rock, wanna do a complete re-scape with LR i bought recently. See below

Item1 > Pulsing Xenia, I have about 4 nice sized frags ready to go R80 each

Item2 > Leather coral R100

Item3 > Colt coral, fist size R200

Item4 > Leather coral, cauliflower i think, size of two fists together R200

Item5 > Pin cushion, the smaller one on the left R100

Item6 > Peppermint shrimp. There are 3 of them. R100 each

Item7 > Camel shrimp R100

Item8 > Base rock. I have about 20kg or i guess in my tank and outside. It's pure white and cement-based. R30 per kg

Notes:

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"M"oovember winner is ...?

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 9:55am CST by dropzone newbee

Great service and livestock!

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 9:14am CST by HenkHugo

I just wanted to say thank you to Luis at Idol for the great service you guys provided with my goldies shipment. The fish all arrived in great shape. After they were aclimatised and put in the tank I fed the rest of the tank and to my delight the goldies ate like pigs - after only being in the tank for 30 secs!:thumbup::yeahdude::slayer:

tank a fish pics for bored photo junkies

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 9:13am CST by dropzone newbee

mushroom having a nice feed

emperor becoming a man !!!

Posted: November 19th, 2010, 9:10am CST by dropzone newbee

had my booi for about 1 year now and alas , he is showing signs of becoming a man !! :)
think i may miss the juve' :(

new to masa

Posted: November 18th, 2010, 9:28pm CST by Sean G

Hi everyone

Starting up a reef tank for the first time. I have been a marine fish only for 30 odd years and enjoyed collecting many different species over the years.
I stopped marines for a couple of years only because of space when I got married and built my own house. Well My kids have taken to this like a fish to water so the interest is back and if the wife can have her desk then I can have my marines.
I have two tanks running, small nano reef that is just over a year old and doing well.
The other tank is fish only with fish we collected.
I am setting up a reef tank now in the lounge dimensions (L)1300x(W)700x(H)600 cant wait to have it running.
The stand and tank is in place, still busy with the DSB so in the next two weeks there will be water flowing in all directions.

Its great browsing the forums and lots of interesting facts and help out there, well done to everyone.

Hi Guys

Posted: November 18th, 2010, 5:16pm CST by andrewpalang

been surfing through the site for quite a while now and have finally decided to say Hi!! started to keep marines quite a few years back when i lived on the coast but had FO tanks, now ive decided to start up once again and head into the world of reef aquariums!:thumbup:

Seio Prop 1000

Posted: November 18th, 2010, 3:41pm CST by gMAN

Looking for a Seio Prop 1000, anybody got one up for sale?

New website and online store about to go live in a few days.

Posted: November 18th, 2010, 3:37pm CST by The Waterboy - Marco

hello All,
Our new Upgraded Website and Huge Online Store is about to go live in the next few Days
www.thewaterboy.co.za

it is a combo site with a online water purification store for water purifications products and marine aquarium hardware......
livestock will be launched in jan 2011 with new suppliers of livestock into the country from Fiji, Australia, Phillipines. Kenya, Mozzie, Mauritius and the States.

rest assured this online store will be up there with the best......
we will be launching it at 65% complete and adding all the rest of our products Daily as its a mammoth job,
we have been working flat out now for three weeks uploading items to get it to where it is....so bare with us for the first few weeks when its live!

we will be running insane X-mas specials which will be unbeatable to mark the Launch of the Store,
we have negotiated with our suppliers so expect some Crazy deals valid from wed next week until the 1st of jan 2011.

if you would like to subscribe to the newsletter with the latest news and wicked specials , please e-mail me on info@thewaterboy.co.za so we can place you on the automated launch newsletter.

we have let a few of our clients take a sneak peek in the back ground....there response was quote, "best online store in the country" hope you all enjoy.....
dont forget to e-mail me to subscribe........Enjoy and keep it pure;)

noob stealing with hi eyes

Posted: November 18th, 2010, 1:31pm CST by gotcharator

Howsit all. I had a few fw tanks but have always wanted a salti. Checked out your site for a while and it looks realy realy cool.:yeahdude: Thought I will come and steal with my eyes before the big build starts. Looks like i have SOOO much to learn its scary. Live in de baai (P.E) so looking forward to diving with a purpose.:thumbup:
Cheers all
marc

Exotic Special Offers

Posted: November 18th, 2010, 1:17pm CST by Steven

This week we have a special on chillers!:slayer:
1HP Hailea HC1000 chiller now only R6999.00:thumbup:
Offer valid until 30 November 2010.
Only while stock lasts

5ft Tank: Randburg

Posted: November 18th, 2010, 12:37pm CST by PostersPlus

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

5ft Tank

Location:

Randburg

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection Only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Everything else in the picture has been sold.
Will post more in depth pics soon just wanted to get the ball rolling in the meantime.

Tank size is 1500 x 450 x 500mm
Includes Tank, Cabinetry and sumps.
Bought the tank brand new complete round about March this year from my lfs so still good with no problems.

Selling for R2,500.00

Notes:

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A brief guide to how RO (Reverse Osmosis) Works

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 7:56am CST by Neil H

I did some research on reverse osmosis in a bid to understand what is happening in our RO machines, I thought some people may find this and interesting read and have tried to summarise what I have found in the text below which has various internet sources...

To understand how the process of reverse osmosis works, it helps to understand the process of osmosis which is everywhere in nature. When two solutions having different dissolved mineral concentrations are separated by a semi-permeable membrane, water flows from the less concentrated solution to the more concentrated solution until an equilibrium is reached. For example is we have 2 salt solutions separated by a semi permeable membrane, one solution at 1020 and the other at 1024, water molecules would move from one solution to another until the solutions have the same salinity.

Osmotic pressure is a measure of how badly the water wants to go from the "clean" side (in our example the 1020 salinity) to the "dirty side" (the 1024 side)(low mineral to high mineral content side of the membrane) and that is governed by the mineral concentration differential (i.e. in our case the number of salt crystals present). This pressure can be surprisingly high and accounts for one mechanism used by trees to move water from the deepest root to the tallest limb, frequently a vertical distance of 30m or more.

As water moves through the membrane, most minerals it contains are left behind. The mechanisms which enable the water molecules to pass through the membrane leaving most of the dissolved minerals (ions) behind are not fully understood but it is definitely much more complex than simple filtration.

in the above image the left is a beaker filled with water, and a tube has been half-submerged in the water. As one would expect, the water level in the tube is the same as the water level in the beaker. In the middle figure, the end of the tube has been sealed with a "semipermeable membrane" (same as is found in an RO machine) and the tube has been half-filled with a salt water solution and submerged. Initially, the level of the salt solution and the water are equal, but over time, something strange happens -- the water in the tube actually rises. The rise is attributed to "osmotic pressure."

A semi permeable membrane is a membrane that will pass some molecules (atoms) but not others. The best common example of a semi permeable membrane would be the lining of your intestines, or a cell wall. Which allows some molecules to pass into our bodies and keeps other molecules out.

In the figure above, the membrane allows passage of water molecules but not salt molecules. On the salty side, some of the pores get plugged with salt atoms, but on the pure-water side that does not happen. Therefore, more water passes from the pure-water side to the salty side, as there are more pores on the pure-water side for the water molecules to pass through. The water on the salty side rises until one of two things occurs:

The salt concentration becomes the same on both sides of the membrane (which isn't going to happen in this case since there is pure water on one side and salty water on the other and the membrane prevents the salt from passing to the clean side).
The water pressure rises as the height of the column of salty water rises, until it is equal to the osmotic pressure. At that point, osmosis will stop.

Osmosis, by the way, is why drinking salty water (like ocean water) will kill you. When you put salty water in your stomach, osmotic pressure begins drawing water out of your body to try to dilute the salt in your stomach. Eventually, you dehydrate and die.
In reverse osmosis, the idea is to use the membrane to act like an extremely fine filter to create drinkable water from contaminated water. The salty water is put on one side of the membrane and pressure is applied to stop, and then reverse, the osmotic process. It generally takes a lot of pressure and is fairly slow, but it works.
And that ladies and gents is how RO works and why it is so important !

New marine tank started

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 5:50am CST by Salti

Hi all my tank was started on the 07-11-10 i will like to take things slow and do everything right,its a 1m by 500 by 500 by 10,cascade 700. 750l p/h
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False eye puffer for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:22pm CST by Trev

Fish for saleCommon Name:

False eye puffer

Scientific Name:

Canthigaser Solandri

Size of fish

6cm

How long have you had the fish?

a few months

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

ether

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

125

Photo's:

need to take a pic

Notes:

-

False eye puffer for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:22pm CST by Trev

Fish for saleCommon Name:

False eye puffer

Scientific Name:

Canthigaser Solandri

Size of fish

6cm

How long have you had the fish?

a few months

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

ether

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

125

Photo's:

need to take a pic

Notes:

-

Saddled toby puffer for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:19pm CST by Trev

Fish for saleCommon Name:

Saddled toby puffer

Scientific Name:

canthigaser Valentini

Size of fish

5cm

How long have you had the fish?

a few months

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

ether

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

125

Photo's:

Notes:

-

Saddled toby puffer for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:19pm CST by Trev

Fish for saleCommon Name:

Saddled toby puffer

Scientific Name:

canthigaser Valentini

Size of fish

5cm

How long have you had the fish?

a few months

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

ether

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

125

Photo's:

Notes:

-

bangaiis in quarantine tank

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:18pm CST by B2048

Hi all

I have a couple of bangaii cardinals in my quarantine tank. Is there anything I can do to ensure that they are as healthy as possible? Any nutritional supplements I can add to their food or to the water?

I will do a small water change mid-week and a 20% water change every weekend.

thanks!

B.

bangaiis in quarantine tank

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:18pm CST by B2048

Cleaning flow bins

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 8:45pm CST by 2time

Hi all

Need some advice. I might be able to get some flow bins but the problem is that it is used to store cooking oil. Would I be able to use this and if so, how and what can I use to clean it?

Cleaning flow bins

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 8:45pm CST by 2time

Hi all

Need some advice. I might be able to get some flow bins but the problem is that it is used to store cooking oil. Would I be able to use this and if so, how and what can I use to clean it?

How can I remove porcelain crab from pink acro

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 4:52pm CST by gaboon

Spotted it last night after inspecting the acro cause it looked a bit stressed, how can I remove it? Would they normally stress SPS corals?

Urgent help needed rid ich plus anyone used this?

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 2:24pm CST by edyta2382

hello i wanted to know has anyone used kordons rid ich plus i going to use this
in my quarantine tank ,to treat fungus and whit spot on tangs ,i got new tank coming on sunday so i will have to put the tangs in my display i have no space for two big tanks and a quarantine tank i will have to put away the qt tank in the shed for the time so i can start the cycle in the new tank regal tang no spots visible on him but the purple tang had some big spots anyway the big spots seem to clear
to speed up the cure im going to use the rid ich plus its says controls ich protozoan
dinoflagellate and fungal diseas in fishes :wave2:

high kh

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 1:51pm CST by dropzone newbee

afternoon reefers

my kh has always been hanging around the 6 ish mark !! pretty much always battled to keep it there !
i have not buffered for at least 4 weeks now and suddenly the kh is 10-11 !!
what could be the reason for the sudden jump ?
it has been there now for about 1.5 weeks already and everything in tank is thriving

other parameters spot on

Pico Help

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 12:24pm CST by G DP

Hi

Hi

Thought of turning one of my freshwater Nanos into a marine.

Will post a few pics and please tell me what I need to change where.

Ok the tank itself is a standard 1ft with custom filter to back.

Things I thought of changing. Overflow holes will be bigger 8mm each.
Return pump replaced with a 300-400 rated pump.

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Add another CFL light fitting for 1x 14W Daylight and 1x 14W Sky white.
Maybe a blue LED nightlight.

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Tank completed. The one on the right will be the marine cadidate as the filer section have not been fitted.
The back gets covered so no equipment visible.

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So what am I missing and do I need to add etc?

Will like to keep soft corals and maybe a shrimp or goby.

THanks
Gerhard
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Hello marine people

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 12:19pm CST by G DP

Hi

I am actually from the FW side of things and some of you might know me.

Looking to change one of my FW nanos into a pico so came for some advice etc.

Been keeping FW tanks for some time and looking for something a little different.

KNow the small tanks are big challenges but willing to give it a try with some good research and of course some help from you guys.

Regards
Gerhard

Glass Price

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 12:13pm CST by Bonezzz

the is a company in jeffreys that get 12mm glass at R850 a square meter, the company is call spoed glas and is in mimosa centre 0422962716, btw, is 850 a good price?

TDS influenced by the source?

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 10:12am CST by chas84

Hi everyone,

I saw a RO unit on an online auction, and asked the seller "What is the TDS of the RO water this unit produces?".

He replied: "It is usually 0 but it depends on the source of the incoming water, because some areas the water is worst off that other places."

This doesn't make any sense to me, as the whole point of using the RO unit is to get the water clean. Would it mean with his units one would have to run it through the RO unit more than once?

Venice- going dowwwwn!!!

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:34am CST by sean_koekemoer

This is what Global warming does. If someone still believe it is a myth, check out the 1st 02 pics. I downloaded the 1st pic from Google to see how it used to look:

R.O unit question?

Posted: November 17th, 2010, 9:33am CST by Goby

Hi reefers,

i have a 6 stage R.O water unit from water well. the last stage is a mineral ball that has the following description on the filter cartridge.

Mineral Ball - Contains far-infrared mineralized balls. Far-infrared mineralized balls processed water contains more minerals for health. Moleccule of water being devided to smaller group performs better osmosis ability. Resolvability are easily absorbed by body for metabolism.

Now, my question, and i would appreciate if someone can tell me if this is a good thing or not, and off coarse i would like some facts to support whatever your theory is.:thumbup:

Eid Mubaruk to all muslim members

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 7:32am CST by ZaxXx

Eid Mubaruk to all muslim members
Hope this day brings togetherness, Stronger family bonds, forgiveness and happiness to all!!!

;) :thumbup: :yeahdude: :slayer:

scroll coral bleaching

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 3:25am CST by edyta2382

hello i got large colony of scroll coral i its started to bleach water parameters
no-3 0ppm
phos 0ppm
calcium 460
ph 8.0
sal 1.024
lights t5

looking for a chiller rated for 1500 l +

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 11:24pm CST by Brandon WJ

hi guys does anyone have or know of someone in the Cape Town area looking to sell a chiller rated for 1500l?
Please let me know.

Pair of captive bred occelaris with LTA for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 10:36pm CST by Trev

Fish for saleCommon Name:

Pair of captive bred occelaris with LTA

Scientific Name:

-

Size of fish

small

How long have you had the fish?

2 months

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

ether

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

470

Photo's:

Notes:

Guys I will only sell these clowns and LTA together no seperate. The nennie has actually lost alot of colour becuase I dropped the salin to low in this tank but it is doing well eating great and very sticky I am 100% sure it will recover fully. I dont have any pics of the nennie ATM will take some tomorrow.

Trev

Maroon Clown for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 10:27pm CST by Trev

Fish for saleCommon Name:

Maroon Clown

Scientific Name:

-

Size of fish

XL Large

How long have you had the fish?

2 years

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

ether

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

360

Photo's:

Notes:

-

Speaking of Phosphates

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 9:35pm CST by sihaya

This is interesting...
Feature Article: Types of Phosphorus in a Reef Aquarium and Comments and Observations of Removal by Protein Skimming | Advanced Aquarist's Online Magazine

Eid Mubarak (Happy Eid)

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 9:29pm CST by Mekaeel

Eid Mubarak to all Muslim members and families. May you all have a blessed Eid tomorrow. :)

Please id this babe!!!

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 9:23pm CST by magman

found on wet web (on the Guru's list)

400W MH Light Unit for sale: JHB

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 8:46pm CST by vatso

Hardware for saleThread title:

400W MH Light Unit

Location:

JHB

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection Only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

400W Electronic MH light unit with 2 400W globes 2 months use if that

No DIBS who ever pays firsts gets it

R2500 for housing - electronic ballast & 2 X Globes

Notes:

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Manic's NeoZeo Reef

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 4:18pm CST by Manic

Hello everyone,

I've decided to start a new tank. I have always been inspired by the amazing colourful tanks achieved on the overseas forums and have now decided to start a new tank from scratch and try and achieve a colourful sps dominated system.

Inspiration

The following two tanks have been a huge inspiration to me and can only hope that I can achieve half of what they have achieved.

A Reef in the Sky - zeovit.com
A Reef in the Sky

FEATURED SYSTEM - OCTOBER 2009

Egg crate grilles

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 2:45pm CST by JAJA

Anyone know who supplies plastic egg crate grilles in Cape Town area?

Xwave-wave maker pump

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 1:05pm CST by Oceanson

Hello guy and girl,
we are proud to announce xwave maker South Africa sole agent
any xwave maker information can check official website

Xwave - An Extra-ordinary Wave Maker

or

XWAVE-WAVE MAKER pictures by oceansoncpt - Photobucket

anyone have interest send us a pm

Oceanson Aquariam

Upgrade my Downgrade

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 11:55am CST by RiaanP

Well, always changing stuff.

I will only be able (hopefully) to restart my big 750L tank in the second quarter next year. Currently running a 240L display - standard Daro 1.2m tank that is drilled. Well I got everything around this tank that I want. And I need to do something.

Next couple of weeks a lot will change.
First item

I need a dedicated quarantine tank. And I want to remove the cheato from above the DSB. I got 2 extra 90L tanks. One is drilled.

So the bottom drilled tank will become a refugium and house the cheato. Pumped from return chamber. Gravity overflow back to the 1st chamber. With light unit moved from old DSB / cheato setup to new refugium.

Top tank is the quarantine tank, will be isolated from rest of the system. Own heater, powerheads with sponge filters, small skimmer. 60L water changes done during the week.

My DIY Recirculating Skimmer

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 11:26am CST by Jaco Schoeman

Okey. I had the need to get a skimmer on my tank (which I am still keeping hush hush) and for the best results I needed a recirculating skimmer. Now, I do not have R3000 for a skimmer, so I decided to ask here and there, steal with the eye where I can and then I finally came up with this.

It cost me around R500 in total - including pump etc. One drawback is that it is not clear, so I cannot really see what is going on in it. I also did not use the best fittings one can find probably, but it seems to work just fine.

I would like to use this as a prototype and soon build one from perspex. I do not know much about skimmers as I am a biological filtration dude, so I have now only learnt about pin wheel impellars etc. On my new design I will have all this gadgets fitted, and see which works best.

Please feel free to comment, and critisize, as I am not the expert on skimmers at all, but this one works well for now...

The Skimmer:

I bought a 160mm PVC pipe from Builders that cost me R88 for one meter. I then chopped it down to 450mm for the skimmer base.

Then I drilled a 25mm hole at the bottom and fitted a 25mm bend. This was then connected to the pump and the venturi inlet was also fitted to the inlet side of the pump.

From the side.

From the bottom.

I drilled a 50mm hole for the intake that would be connected to my DT's 50mm outlets. Just below this, you will see the second 25mm hole that would then be the outlet from the pump, blowing bubbles into the chamber. Here I also place a 25mm 45deg bend, and slightly tilted it downwards before sticking.

For the outlet, we drilled a 40mm hole, and connected a 40mm pipe via a bend upwards. On this 40mm pipe, we placed two O Ring rubbers.

Then we placed a 50mm pipe over that, in order to slide up and down the rubber o rings. This will now allow me to adjust the level of water inside the reaction chamber.

For the bottleneck inside the skimmer body I bought a 150mm funnel from Builders Warehouse for R9.99

Then I cut off the pipe end of the funnel (THE BIGGEST MISTAKE I MADE... I will say why at the bottom...)

Then I just stick the funnel inside the reaction chamber and sealed.

Here is the skimmer then built.

Silicone Tools

Posted: November 16th, 2010, 9:06am CST by Neil H

Builders warehouse currently has a DIY bathroom silicone kit with the propper edging tools available in mass quantities for about R60

I was always scheptical about the ise of these silicone tools and having built several tanks without them, doubted their usefulness

let me say this simply..... these tools are not "nice to have" or "lekker" they are absolutely essential .............!!!!!!!

If you are building any tanks in the future, or considering it, go get these tools and if there is no builders in your area, get a mate to buy them for you !!!!!!!

Metallic Green Hairy Mushrooms frag for sale: vereeniging/walkerville

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 10:50pm CST by Falcon

Single frag for saleCommon Name:

Metallic Green Hairy Mushrooms

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

+- 4-7cm diameter

How long have you had the coral?

parent 2 years old

Shipping or Collection only:

collection

Your location.

vereeniging/walkerville

Price:

R150 each

Photo's:

Same as the one in my nano thread,I have 3 of these available.or to swop for fish/other colourful/bright uncommon frags.

Parent as seen under 20000k MH globe:

http://www.marineaquariumsa.com/imag...2c8c81e4db.jpg

image uploader acting up,so please click on the link to see pic...

Notes:

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Eco-Equalizer

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 10:22pm CST by amalick

Anyone tried or heard of one of these

Best Aquarium Filter - ECO-Aqualizer

A small write up from their home page

In short, the ECO-Aqualizer's main function is to reduce the bonding between H2O molecules which increases interactions at the molecular level which ultimately have the following benefits to water:

Separation of Oxygen atom allows for immediate oxidation of impurities
Oxygen atom can and will be more easily absorbed by fishes
Toxins released and become free-floating for easier & effective removal
Nutrients and Trace elements can be diffused for easier selective uptake by coral
Surface Tension is reduced so carbon dioxide & other gases like nitrates can escape
Halogens such as Na+Cl- become freed up to naturally sterilize contaminants

The result is your aquarium stays cleaner and refresher, filter efficiency increases, utilization of nutrients improves, water interaction increases (ORP), and the rate of Dissolved Oxygen increases. These all contribute to a healthier functioning aquarium.
In simple terms, ECO-AqualizerTM restores and maintains water to a natural healthy balance that normally gets lost in aquarium captivity.
If you understand the science of H2O molecules, you will easily grasp how the ECO-Aqualizer can achieve its full scope of benefits. But if not, it may be best to review the science of water (H2O).

Dt flow

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 9:53pm CST by wildbunny

Hi every one can you please advice currently i have three shit power heads in the tank that i got with it. I now want to upgrade what can you guys suggest tank is 2,5x600x600 see my photos.

P.S it must be nennie save as i want one at least.

Thanks

My DIY Cement plugs

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 9:21pm CST by Adee

I've been asked how I do mines....so here is the recipe.

You will need 500g of white cement (as per pic) add to that another 500g of oolite or fine aragonite.

Mix the dry contents well together

Add water until you get a thick paste.

To add some color I use just under a teaspoon of red oxide...makes a light pink color.

Spoon should be able to stand up in the centre on its own....so not too much water!

Most important at this stage...DO NOT add any eggs.

I use those re-usable silicone small muffin cups (the single bite size one's)

Add a dollop in each cup, when done just tap the tray until the mixture settles evenly.

Now if you in a bit of a hurry and want to use some...pop the lot in the oven and bake for an hour at 180 degrees.

Otherwise take the lot and leave it out in the sun and collect it the following day. I prefer this method, a much harder and better looking end result.

Anyways once done, remove each one and rinse under tap water you may find the ones that you had baked in the oven, will dissolve a little if you rub them too hard under the water....don't fret, just make sure you let these dry out again under the sun they will harden up again. The ones you choose to sun bake don't have this issue at all.

Either way give a good rinse allow to dry again for another day. To cure and this is not a must, as I have mounted frags with ones straight out of the oven with no issue...the easiest way is to pop the finished product into the bottom of the toilet cistern (the part where the water fills up in the back, not the part where u take a ....) with every flush u get a free water change.

I find the quickest response in getting a SPS frag to encrust, is when I cut the frag using my trusty Dremel and a cutting blade, to form a nice flat clean cut. Then using normal super glue with just the tiniest drop of glue, hold the frag for 10 seconds or so...base starts encrusting within 2-3 weeks.

Some pics with frags attached

Enjoy!

My First Tank

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 7:39pm CST by jacqolive

Hi All

I have just purchased my first tank today on special that includes the following.

Specs:
- Tank: 1200x600x500 + metal stand + sump + plumbing.
- Reef Octopus NW-150 Skimmer
- Return bump(not sure what make)
- CaribSea Dry Aragonite-Fiji Pink Reef Sand for display tank
- Seachem salt to fill the tank

The tank should arrive on Saturday and I will let it stand until the end of the month so the silicone can cure properly. I need some help with the DSB though, have been looking at the seachem gravel and would like to know which one would be the best to use for the DSB, maridean or pearl beach? I also want to know if the caribsea fiji pink is not too fine for the display tank?

Any help would be greatly appreciated thank.

cheato

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 7:27pm CST by wildbunny

Wanted in the Pe / jeffreys bay area.

Thanks:whistling:

My 28L Nano

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 7:13pm CST by Q89

Here is my nano.

I first experimented with NSW from our coast with some shrimps and a little fish

The fish I had in there(someone with an ID maybe?)

(I must add that I did not know much about keeping SW:lol:)

I then got a Yellow Watchmen Goby, a Blue-Legged Hermit Crab and two pieces of LR. Thanks Xtreme, you rock:yeahdude:(sorry, no pics of that setup)

Then just the other day I bought myself a piece off Fiji LR and 4KG of Kenya LR:thumbup:

Daytime

Night Time

Any comments welcome:whistling:
D

Can anyone ID this guy?

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 2:11pm CST by Munky82

Got him from a rockpool.

I didn't expect this from a fellow reefer.

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 1:32pm CST by mandarin

I went down to the North Coast for a few days to relax and do some snorkeling. Weather was a bit bad most of the time but on Saturday i went down to Thomsonsbay in the afternoon on low tide and had a few good dives along the beach towards Ballito. Saw some nice Butterflies but not easy to catch.
On my way back i stopped at the Tidel pool and had a dive there as well not to do any collection as i'ts against the law. There were two young guys also snorkeling in the pool and the one guy started talking to me and he told me that he's also a member on MASA forum, even gave me his forum name. I told him about the fish i saw along the beach and they left.
A few minutes later they were back asking if i had any luck and i said what luck but you could see they were not very happy about my answer, all they do is try and peep in my bucket what was cooking and they left.
I left about ten minutes later and here the shit started, on my way up to the parking area the life saver asked me if i've got a permit, and i replied What for, he said for diving and catching fish in the tidel pool. I said you must be crazy, do you see any fish. By the way do you need a permit to swim in a pool, i was really pissed of. No i don't see any fish but the two youngsters that had been talking to me previously phoned the Parksboard and they are waiting for you to lock you up.
Got nothing to hide, started laughing to myself on the way up and at the parking bay, guess whow!! MR PARKSBOARD, very nice guy and he told me the whole story. Not guilty, i wonder who made a ass of himself.

I GOT A VALID PERMIT, I KNOW THE RULES AND REGULATIONS, I DO PROTECT AND RESPECT THE ENVIOROMENT SO GET OUT OF MY LIFE.
REMEMBER THIS, THE WHEEL IS TURNING SLOWLY AND PRAY THAT WE NEVER MEET.

YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE AND HAVE NO BACK BONE, GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT BEFORE YOU TRY AND SPY OR DO ANY HARM TO OTHERS. IT'S PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT MAKES THIS WORLD WHAT IT IT'S TODAY.ACCORDING TO YOUR BEHAVIOUR I WONDER ABOUT ALL YOUR STUFF IN YOUR TANK, DID YOU BUY IT OR BY POACHING (AS YOU TOLD ME THAT YOU WERE LOOKING FOR LIVE ROCK WHEN WE HAD THE CONVERSATION, AND I TOLD YOU I'TS NOT LEGAL)
SO PLEASE BOETIE PULL YOUSELF TOGETHER, YOU ARE STILL WET BEHIND THE EARS, GOT ALLOT TO LEARN.

REGARDS DAVE.

algae scrubber and T8

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 1:32pm CST by jaybeepee

Hi Guys,

I finally got round to building my ATS this weekend. Everything is done except the lighting. I was thinking of using flourescents as opposed to CFLs - seems more efficient to me. I also have 2 screens so the flourescents will be perfect.

My question: does anyone forsee any problems using T8?

Cheers
Jason

coral stock landing next week

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 1:28pm CST by calvin@exotics

hello all

here is some eye candy ,this shipment is expected to land on Monday 22 November.

ENJOY:thumbup:

Bank of Tanks for sale: Centurion

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 1:24pm CST by lanzo

Hardware for saleThread title:

Bank of Tanks

Location:

Centurion

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi Guys

I have 2 bank of tanks for sale:

#1 - 4 tanks with cnr O/F and galvinized stand

R2200

#2

x4 tanks with painted stand...needs a new paint job
x2 150w MH 10'k and 14'k
x6 54w t5's
x1 sump with retun pump
x1 250w heater
Live sand and cheato included
Plumbing also included

Price R3500

Notes:

-

Cape Town room divider

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 12:10pm CST by eddiead

About a year and a half ago we decided to move back to Cape Town from JHB. It was a hard decision as it is a pain moving a reef tank. So I took the chance to build my dream tank and this is the journey.

AquaStarlight 2x 150W unit to swap for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 11:56am CST by mookz

Hardware for saleThread title:

AquaStarlight 2x 150W unit to swap

Location:

Cape Town

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi Guys
I have a 1.2m AquaStarlight unit with 2x 20000K 150W MH bulbs.
I have only used the bulbs for about 3 weeks (unit is currently not in use as I am running t5's), the unit also comes with free salt-creep (optional)

I would like to swap this for a single, working, 250W pendant of the same quality.

Only in Cape Town please.

Notes:

-

TS2 Skimmer for sale for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 11:50am CST by lloyd18

Hardware for saleThread title:

TS2 Skimmer for sale

Location:

Cape Town

Shipping or Collection only:

Both

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

TS2 Skimmer for sale, still brand new only been runing for 2 months, complete with OTP2000 pump.

Reason for selling, I am upgrading to a bigger tank soon and thus need to purchase a bigger skimmer.

Price: R1500 highly negotiable.

Notes:

-

Clown to host in nennie?

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 11:34am CST by Mr_G

how do I get my true percula clown to host in my long tenticle nennie? When the lights go out, he just go lie on the top of the water and sleep like that on its side, also doesnt go to the nennie during the day, is there some way? Lol... i know he doesnt need a nennie, bugt I will just like it that way

Anemone

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 10:59am CST by Nippy

Hi there:wave2:

I am looking for a ROSE or CARPET Anemone to host a percula clown fish, I have a 600l tank.

Thanks.

Jebo Tank Drilling

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 10:57am CST by kensleyk

Hi All.

I decided i should "document" my experience of drilling my Jebo tank.
I have tried to get as much "drilling" information specifically around the "JEBO / Juwel range of tanks that have been drilled successfully and there is very little information that came across.

I have obviously used some tried and tested methods that were discussed on this forum by other more experienced mariners and they worked well.

So here goes the pics and the methods i used to get the job done on a JEBO 1.2 meter tank.

BTW, this hole was drilled on the back glass, which is about 10mm thick.
The tank lying on its "front glass" on thick towels.

The tools..Normal Hole saw(used to make a TEMPLATE on a masonite board). This allows you to drill a nice hole without the drill "running" on the smooth glass. A 52 mm Glass Bit. Paid R80 from a tool hire shop...bargain as it sell for R250 at Builders Warehouse. A battery drill....slower speeds for control.

Drill using a Hole saw for the Template on a masonite board.

Water Well in Template to start the initial cut on the glass. Masonite board still in place.

Water well close up. I used a jug filled with water and a drip pipe ran from this to the well. This gave me constant cool , fresh water and allowed me to remove the "white" glass water that is produced.

Play dough is then used. Placed it around the "initial cut" and filled with water ...didnt have "window putty", but do have Kids with play dough.

Hole drilled 1 hour later. Placed a bucket on the inside of tank with a little water in there to catch the cut glass once it was done.

Everything works perfectly fine and my Dorso pipe is near "silent".

Hopes this helps

Air and skimmers

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 10:23am CST by Jaco Schoeman

Hi

Can anyone give me a little technical info regarding air into a skimmer? I see a few skimmers (cheapies) suck air from pump's OUTLET pipe, where as skimmers like the TS series do it from the pump's INTAKE, which I feel is obviously better. Your thoughts?

Secondly, is it better to have the air be sucked by a thicker air pipe, or is the standard air piping best?

I have thought about it and to me it is better to go thicker, as you allow more air to enter, however, would this not lead to larger bubbles out the skimmer head?

SPS and flow

Posted: November 15th, 2010, 9:58am CST by Nsteyn

Hi guys.

I have now ventured into the tricky world of SPS.
I just installed a reactor with Bio - Pellets, to help keep my water quality up there.

My question has to do with the flow in the tank.
I have 2 seio prop 1500 (4000 L/PH) and 2 sun sun somethings rated 5000 l/ph.

currently I have one of each on each side of the tank blowing towards each other.

The question is they are blowing directly over the SPS, and I have a feeling that on the sides, close to the pumps, this might be a bit too much linear flow.

Would it be better to raise the pumps to blow over the corals, and let the turbulance sort the flow over the SPS out.. (in other words not to have any pumps blowing directly on the reef, but rather over it, and hope the resulting flow in the tank is enough for the sps?)

Come on SPS Guru's help me out on this please.

Tnx!!

Niel

Urgent help needed need help with my lighting

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 9:25pm CST by Ziggy

hi people many might not know me but im new in the game.wonder if anyone could please help me.i bought a new light fitting it includes 3 MHs 250w 4 T5 39w and 4 moon light downlights please could someone give advice on how to put timers on meaning what time should what come on.for the moment i put the MHs on from 10am-06:30pm the T5s from 09am-09pm and the moon lights from 09pm-09am is this correct would really appreciat if anyone could help please:wubclub:

Seachem MultiTest: Marine Basic Test Kit

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 8:55pm CST by Bonezzz

is this kit ok for starters?

thanks:razz:

Hagen Glo 1.2m T5 - 2 x 54w for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 8:30pm CST by ESP

Hardware for saleThread title:

Hagen Glo 1.2m T5 - 2 x 54w

Location:

Cape Town

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

I have a spare 1.2m, 2 x 54w Hagen Glo unit with 10k & Blue bulb used for 6 hours / day for 6 months. Selling for R800 neg. NB! This has good built in reflectors and is not the cheap china units.

Notes:

I have removed all my corals from this tank so i'm down scalling the lighting too.

Aqua Medic OR 3500 Pump for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 8:23pm CST by ESP

Hardware for saleThread title:

Aqua Medic OR 3500 Pump

Location:

Cape Town

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

I have spare pump AM OR 3500 spec's 3500 l/h with a 3.2m head. Selling at half price for R700, new price R1400.

Notes:

-

Salt Mix vs Sea Water

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 8:21pm CST by lcornelius

Hi all,

I read many articles on the net and both had some pro's and con's.

I'm aware that all of you don't have access to sea water, so you are happy with salt mix.

What is your take on this matter?
Which is better, sea water or salt mix with RO water?

Various corals for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 8:14pm CST by ESP

Various corals for saleCommon Names:

Monti's red & green, cabbage & finger leather, blue mushrooms

Scientific Names:

-

Size of coral

Monti 8 - 17 cm, cabbage 6 x 10 cm high, finger 7cm

How long have you had the corals?

6 - 18 months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

-

Photo's:

Red monti small R80.00 about 8cm

Cabbage Leather R200

Green Monti R180 about 12cm

Finger Leather R50 about 6cm

Large Red Monti R250 about 18cm

Blue Mushrooms R20 each

Notes:

I have moved my reef from a 1.5m to an 80cm cube and have these extra corals to sell. Only serious buyers, please.

Question On chiller

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 7:40pm CST by nepellew

Hey guys was just wondering what chiller I might need for the future was looking on the net and found this one Dolphin MC 788 Nano marine chillers cooler 75 watts what does every one recommend I only need a small one for a 63L tank any suggestions will be appreciated thanks guys:thumbup:

Ocean acidification crippling corals...

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 7:15pm CST by Dane

New Ocean Acidification Study Shows Added Danger to Already Struggling Coral Reefs
ScienceDaily (Nov. 13, 2010)

Over the next century, recruitment of new corals could drop by 73 percent, as rising carbon dioxide levels turn the oceans more acidic, suggests a new study led by scientists at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science. The research findings reveal a new danger to the already threatened Caribbean and Florida reef Elkhorn corals.

"Ocean acidification is widely viewed as an emerging threat to coral reefs," said Rosenstiel School graduate student Rebecca Albright. "Our study is one of the first to document the impacts of ocean acidification on coral recruitment."

Albright and colleagues report that ocean acidification could compromise the successful fertilization, larval settlement and survivorship of Elkhorn corals. The research results suggest that ocean acidification could severely impact the ability of coral reefs to recover from disturbance, said the authors.

Elkhorn coral, known as Acropora palmata, is recognized as a critical reef-building species that once dominated tropical coral reef ecosystems. In 2006, Elkhorn was included on the U.S. Endangered Species List largely due to severe population declines over the past several decades.

The absorption of carbon dioxide by seawater, which results in a decline in pH level, is termed ocean acidification. The increased acidity in the seawater is felt throughout the marine food web as calcifying organisms, such as corals, oysters and sea urchins, find it more difficult to build their shells and skeletons making them more susceptible to predation and damage.

Recent studies, such as this one conducted by Albright and colleagues, are beginning to reveal how ocean acidification affects non-calcifying stages of marine organisms, such as reproduction.

"Reproductive failure of young coral species is an increasing concern since reefs are already highly stressed from bleaching, hurricanes, disease and poor water quality," said Chris Langdon, associate professor at the Rosenstiel School and co-author of the study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

Original link: New ocean acidification study shows added danger to already struggling coral reefs

Old new setup

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 7:15pm CST by spentacle

Hi all
Decided to shutdown my tank about 4 months ago. Rushed into it like two years ago. Didn't set it up the way I wanted and battled with filamentas and cyano. So just got rid of all my fish and coral. Then went into the pet shop again and the bug bit again. So I decided to start fresh and slowly. Still got all the equipment. So here goes.
Setup up so far
Dt 1.2x450x450
Dsb 900x300x300
Flow 1x seio 6000l/h
1x sunsun 3000l/h
1x sunsun 5000l/h
Return is a lifetech 1000l/h ( hoping to upgrade this oneday when got some money)
Lighting
2x t5 54 watt white not sure of the Kalvin rating I think 16k
1x lifeglo t5 54watt
2x reeftek 20k t5 54watt
1xreeftek actinic also not sure of the Kalvin rating
1x skimmer not sure of the model hoping to get a ts1 when I'm big
Got about ten kgs of live rock which I sun baked and jik'd.
Filled the Dt and Dsb with live sand from the local beach.
I filled it with water on Friday and have left the lights off. Been treating it with microbacter7 to try get a healthy colony of bacteria growing. In my overflow box I have my carbon and some fluval as well.
It's only been a few days and I am already getting over waiting.
So what do you guys think. Am I doing alright so far any comments would be great.
Will add pics soon

Plate Coral - Fungia species

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 5:12pm CST by greenie

Hi there, I bought a plate coral (purple) and would like some advise. I'v read that they are active at night and can even move a few centimeters. Even say that you need to secure it with a rock or two. Some advise on this one would be appreciated.

Huskies - Free to good home

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 4:48pm CST by chikaboo

Hey all - dont know if anyone likes these beauties .... They belong to my sis and are free to a good home ..... They will be 2 years old next month and are brother and sister .... They are up to date with all their innoculations with paperwork and the female has been spayed already .... Their elder brother and parents are giving them a hard time and before they get seriously injured my sis has decided to let them go free to a good home ....
The male has a slight wound (a tooth mark) below his eye but has already been to the vet and said its minor and will heal very quickly .... other than that they in very good health ..... Just before the dominance streaks start to show their ugly sides it might be better if they where separated from their parents .... Preferably if they could be taken as a pair as they have grown up together and are pack dogs by nature so I think they would be better if they stayed together - Jade (the female) has both blue eyes and Ceaser has one brown, one blue eye ....

Id please haha

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 4:48pm CST by nepellew

Hi guys just wanted to know what these two rocks are called and would they be good for my tank thanks;)

The Culprit !!!

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 10:45am CST by vision

Been loosing some polyps of my SC ( thank God only SC )for the last two weeks... and look what I found awhile back

:nono:

Anybody knows where to get this heater

Posted: November 14th, 2010, 9:15am CST by hypn

I am trying to get a few of the smaller heaters (see picture), the reason for the specific heater is size related. The smallest aquarium heaters I have come across in South Africa are still pretty large for use in a smaller tank. Anybody know of a MASA dealer or distributor based in South Africa or do I need to order via Amazon

Any help would be appreciated

Andre

Description:

Modern plastic heaters with termoregulation. Exceptionally resistant to mechanical damage.

Product index: 000000000000103197

Modern plastic heaters with termoregulation. Exceptionally resistant to mechanical damage. Its flat shape allows for unhindered installation on any aquarium wall. It can also operate installed horizontally ? ideal solution for aquaterrariums with turtles:
- absolutely unbreakable
- wide range of precise regulation
- fully submersible (IP68 standard)
- very small size
- double hanger
- safe for fish (no burn)
- overheating switch control
- easy to install and service

Product features
Gross weight: not available
Quantity in wholesale packaging: not available
Width of packaging: not available
Length of packaging: not available
Heigth of packaging: not available
Wattage: 25 W
NEW: 1

Stoked with my new oceanson cone skimmer

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 10:02pm CST by Mogamatseraajregal

Thanks 4 good honoust and ethical service
i got a world class 5oo litre tank cone skimmer for less than a second hand ts1 price
thanks billy and trev . ive mastered the nano world .
now lets take my 1.2 to the next level

Favorite Fish only tank

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 8:25pm CST by Trev

Hey Guys I don’t think I have shown this tank here on MASA and its been running now for a few months now and at the point were I am happy to show it off in public. I have had an absolute jol deciding on and acquiring the fish that I have so far, based on my own tastes and there are still a few more to be added in the next few months. I have recently redone the cabinet of this tank aswell as my 1.2m tank at the same time using the same wood so they match up well.

So here starts with a full tank pic

Current fish list

Fox Face ( been with me for a few years now from small and is now a big boy )

Naso Lituratus

Blue Face angel

Bi colour angel ( very big one 11cm )

Sailfin Tang ( very very big one )

Maroon Clown ( max size maroon clown been with me for years and rules this tank )

Picasso Trigger ( my oldest fish been with me since before my youngest kid was born )

Powder Blue ( a very recent addition )

Emporer Angel ( the real school yard bully of the tank )

Undulated Trigger

Help on sump pump

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 7:44pm CST by nepellew

Hi guys just a quick one will my 600L power head push water from my sump up to my tank about 1M high will it be able to pump water up that high thanks ;);)

mods, please reopen my thread?

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 7:16pm CST by jaybeepee

FINALLY, a CBB that eats aiptasia.... BUT - Page 2 - Marine Aquariums of South Africa

I'd like to update the progress on my CBB

help with tank build please!

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 4:42pm CST by Bonezzz

hi,

i'm planning on building a square tank 900X900X900X900 by about 600 high and was womder what would be a safe thickness glass to go with? 6mm or 8mm or 10mm.

also im very new to marine aquariums as this will be my first marine tank, i would like advice on what equipment to use for this size tank.

pls add me on

skype: ryanbax1 or leave a post

thanks alot

Tremayn's 5ft!

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 12:32pm CST by Tremayn

Hey people. Im starting a new thread for my reef build. The old thread sounded like a new member greeting lol.. So ill post that link here but i will b updating this thread from now on;) ..
old thread---> Time to Start!! - Marine Aquariums of South Africa

Ill post pics of what i got so far and start from the beginning:1:

DT: 150L x 70W x 50H
sump: Std 4ft

regards from Stilbay

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 11:37am CST by japie

hallo Hennie,

Ja ons bly op jou spoor hier van Stilbaai se kant, tel me some more about magro Alge. The stuff we find in Stilbay, wy do they die after a couple of days. The eelgras lasts quite a while but all the other stuff just don't last,

Praat weer later

Nemo Nemo Nemo

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 10:43am CST by Mudshark

Clowns laid eggs again.... this time close to the glass, so that I could get some nice pics.

Usually they just ate them shortly after laying them and I always wondered why. I see now that the eggs were probably not viable previously, as they were much lighter in colour, and didn't have the eyes showing. Anyway they're protecting them toothe and nail now.

Seems a pity that they're just going to go to waste:(

Ok guys...... to avoid confusion, I'm going to name you all Bruce. No wait.... that's been done already...... make it Nemo!

New Fish and BTA- November

Posted: November 13th, 2010, 8:49am CST by Perky pets superstore

Hi Guys, we recieved some nice new stock:
Skunk clowns
Panther groupers
Marine Betta
Maroon clowns
Percular clowns
Tomato clowns
Bi colour angles
Haraldi angel
Rusty angle
Blue girdled majestic angel
Yellow faced angel
Anamones
as well as one white BTA with pink tips.
Brown and oronge fireworks anamone.
Sailfin tangs
Fairy wrass
scopa tang

Just a note, im away for the weekend, so i wont be able to answer any questions on masa.
Try pop in and have a look .

Cheers
David:wave2:

Spotted grouper

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 6:38pm CST by Stevej

Hi All
Spotted grouper Can anyone tell me, are they reef friendly:thumbup: or not:nono:

Project Reef

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 4:49pm CST by tjiPPi

Hi Everyone,

My first post on MASA - the beginning of a very exciting journey into Reef keeping I hope:whoohoo:

I've had a couple of tropical tanks, but the reef gogga has bitten me bad, so I'll have to treat it...
I'm currently in the very early stages of my tank design and learning as much as I can.

I'm going to do a DIY build with the tank about 1000x700x400 (water level @ +-35).
I'll post the sketchup drawings as soon as I've done them to be scrutinzed and optimised.

Oh and btw: there are some really really awesome reefs on MASA!

Idol marine new livestock

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 4:47pm CST by Bob the (reef)builder

hi all,

our fish and coral holding systems are
full of colour and variety.:)

we are open on saturday mornings from
8:00 to 2:00 pm.

we look forward to being of service to you.

yours in salt
idol marine crew.

New t5 unit Silver ceiling

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 3:48pm CST by Oceanson

Hi all reefer
We are proud to pronounce Silver Ceiling T5 unit South Africa agent.This unit have high quality finished.(eg. stainless steel screw,aluminium case,Germany reflector, osram ballas, and hanging kit).

Model
60cm (586*296*45) 29w 4Tube(1,3 2,4)
(586*408*45)29w 6Tube (1.3.4.6 2.5)
(586*520*45)29w 8 Tube(1.3.6.8. 2.7 4.5)
90cm (886*408*45) 39w 6Tube(1.3.4.6 2.5)
(886*520*45*)39w 8 Tube(1.3.6.8. 2.7 4.5)
(886*632*45)39w 10 Tube (1.2.9.10 3.5.6.8 4.7)
120cm(1186*408*45) 54w 6 Tube (1.3.4.6 2.5)
(1186*520*45)54w 8 Tube(1.3.6.8. 2.7 4.5)
(1186*632*45)54w 10 Tube (1.2.9.10 3.5.6.8 4.7)
150cm(1486*408*45)80w 6 Tube (1.3.4.6 2.5)
(1486*520*45)80w 8 Tube (1.3.6.8. 2.7 4.5)
(1486*632*45)80w 10 Tube (1.2.9.10 3.5.6.8 4.7)

60cm,90cm and 120cm incl Oceanson T5 lamp (only white 10000k and coral blue)

Optional. Timer unit which can control three aplications

here is the link

silver ceiling pictures by oceansoncpt - Photobucket

oceanson

mandarins trained to eat frozen food

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 3:02pm CST by mandarinman

aah finally i have got my two mandarins to eat frozen bloodworms. this is after three months of brine shrimp etc etc.

i find that feeding them just after they have woken up works best. i have seen the female suck b!loodworms out of the water column! sevral times. the bloodworm floats down nicely like a living creature and even if it settles somewhere its vibrant coulour seems to appeal to the mandarins eye!

8 the female eats more bllodworm than the male so i am going to feed bloodworm one day and brine shrimp every alternate day for a while

advice on juwel tank setup

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 2:11pm CST by wilsontravy

hi all
so i have jst recently bought a juwel, 400l system. 1.5x0.5x0.55 (lxbxh). here are the questions that i have, my tank is 10mm glass. there is no top bracing on the tank, as well as at the bottom of the tank, would i need to brace this? wil be using the tank as marine. the other thing is that at my local pet shop (northlands pets). there is a juwel marine tank on display there, running with no sump, no skimmer and standard lighting, if any of you have seen this tank it really is stunning. the tank is running on those "filter" sponges. nitrate sponges etc. nitrate sponge is change every 8 weeks. the parameters on the tank are perfect, no nitrates or amonia. they do a water change every 2 weeks i think. and the tank has been running stable like this for 3 years now. so i am planning on using these "filter" sponges to run my tank, as the tank comes standard with them, and will be using an hob skimmer. what are ur opinions regarding a set up like this as all of you use sumps etc? the other thing is that the tank is sitting on a wooden cupboard, larny cupboard too. will the cupboard be able to handle the weight of the tank? also the tank comes standard with 2 t8 4 foot lights, i no that this is not effecient enough to run some corals/nennies. wil be purchasing decent lighting in the future. any advice is welcome, coz i really wanna do the right thing here, and have no problems in the future.

Travis

First coral

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 1:06pm CST by Konrad

Here is a picture of my tank and my first coral, got it yesterday :thumbup: As you can

see it is a finger leather coral, any good advice on the keeping of this coral?

skimmer for sale: gordons bay

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 12:42pm CST by burt

Hardware for saleThread title:

skimmer

Location:

gordons bay

Shipping or Collection only:

colection and shipping

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

skimmer reeftec ts2 very good condition,

Notes:

-

Gratatude of a whale

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 12:34pm CST by leslie hempel

...The Whale...
If you read a recent front page story of the San Francisco Chronicle, you would have read about a female humpback whale that had become entangled in a spider web of crab traps and lines. She was weighted down by hundreds of pounds of traps that caused her to struggle to stay afloat. She also had hundreds of yards of line rope wrapped around her body, her tail, her torso; a line tugging in her mouth. A fisherman spotted her just east of the Farallon Islands (outside the Golden Gate) and radioed an environmental group for help. Within a few hours, the rescue team arrived and determined that she was so bad off, the only way to save her was to dive in and untangle her.
They worked for hours with curved knives and eventually freed her. When she was free, the divers say she swam in what seemed like joyous circles. She then came back to each and every diver, one at a time, and nudged them, pushed them gently around as she was thanking them. Some said it was the most incredibly beautiful experience of their lives. The guy who cut the rope out of her mouth said her eyes were following him the whole time, and he will never be the same.
May you, and all those you love, be so blessed and fortunate to be surrounded by people who will help you get untangled from the things that are binding you.
And, may you always know the joy of giving and receiving gratitude. I pass this on to you, my friends, in the same spirit.

new shipment

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 12:20pm CST by Oceanson

new shipment arrived

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Ballast's, Tubes & Skimmers for sale: Vanderbijlpark

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 12:07pm CST by Goby

Hardware for saleThread title:

Ballast's, Tubes & Skimmers

Location:

Vanderbijlpark

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Have the following equipment for Sale!

Reeftek TS2 Skimmer with Octopus OTP-2000 Pump (2000l/h) @ R1200

T5 Ballast's

1x Dual 80W Tridonic.ATCO Ballast - Not Dimmable @ R220
2x Single 80W Vossloh Schwabe Ballast - Not Dimmable @ R190ea

2x Dual 54W Tridonic.ATCO Ballast - Not Dimmable @ R150ea
1x Dual 54W Vossloh Schwabe Ballast - Not Dimmable @ R150
1x Single 54W Vossloh Schwabe Ballast - Not Dimmable @ R120

T5 USED Tubes All tubes tested working and light output still good. No tubes flicker.

2x GIESEMANN 80W - Aquablue+ @ R100ea
2x REEFTEK 80W - Coral Blue @ R70ea

3x GIESEMANN 54W - Aquablue+ @ R100ea
1x GIESEMANN 54W - Pure Actinic @ R120
1x GIESEMANN 54W - Actinic+ @ R100

1x REEFTEK 54W - Actinic @ R50
1x REEFTEK 54W - White (10/12k don't know) @ R50

1x GLO Marine GLO 54W - Blue @ R50

1x UNKNOWN 54W - Blue @ R50 (Think it is Reeftek but not sure)
1x UNKNOWN 54W - White @ R50 (Think it is Reeftek but not sure)

1x Weipro SA 2015 Skimmer @ R500

Original Specs
- Rated 150-760l
- 2200l/h pump ********Atman 4000l/h, 4m head now connected
- 203x127x547mm

Faults - Skimmer cup lid missing and plastic ring that holds cup in place splittet right through. You can see the gap in the ring just underneath the cup.

I used a cable tie to hold the neck in place. Other than that still does the job.

1x TUNZE TURBELLE STREAM MODEL 6100.10

2500-12000l/h
15-40W

1x TUNZE 7091 Single Controller
Pulse, Power 1 and Power 2 knobs
Food Timer button

1x TURBELLE DRIVER MODEL 7240.27
1x 7210.202 Power unit.

MAKE ME AN OFFER (Serious buyers only, thanks!)

Notes:

-

Bottled water for Marine Tanks ?

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 12:00pm CST by Cassim

Hi there Fellow Reefers

I am a newbie busy researching all aspects as to reef keeping. Staying in Newcastle makes life a bit interesting seeing that we have no LFS. So RO water will be a bit of a challenge. Could i use bottled filtered still water e.g. Nestle 5 Litre's that we find in supermarkets ?

Thanks and Regards

Cassim

aqua medic turboflotor multi SL

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 11:12am CST by SaltyReef

What is the general concensus on these skimmers.
Running an AM OR2500 pump with needlewheel.

Good, not good?
modifications?

Crazy Powder Brown!!

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 10:37am CST by Slagter

Anyone ever seen a Powder Brown Tang chowing down on Zoanthids? I caught the little bastard eating those lekka zoas I got from Dorry Pets last night!! I've been wondering why they haven't been opening lately and now I know!

Anyone in the market for a nice healthy PB?:nono:

Skimz in S.A.

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 10:02am CST by Submariner

Just thought i would give you guys some pics of the new skimz line that will be available in the shops soon.

Hope Alan doesnt shout at me for posting this.

Some pics to give you an idea of the quality.

Products all have a one year gaurantee on the pumps and two year on all reactor/skimmer bodies.

Prices will be on a par with the reeftech stuff.

products are manufactured by SKIMZ IN Singapore.

Some threads to give an idea of what the overseas sites are saying about the skimz stuff.

http://reefbuilders.com/2010/06/23/s...a-aquadigital/

http://reefbuilders.com/2010/09/01/s...tein-skimmers/

Eden Skimmer Pumps, the Next Laguna?

SKIMZ: Protein Skimmer - Calcium Reactor - Fluidised Reactor - Nitrate Reactor

They use only the best fittings and pumps they are also the only equipment line that is TUV approved if i am not mistaken.

Kone Skimmer SK181 rated for +-1000 litre

would love some input from you reefers out there.

Hello from Newcastle

Posted: November 12th, 2010, 9:34am CST by Cassim

Hi Everyone

My name is Cassim and I have recently joined MASA. What a superb site ! I dont have a tank at the moment but intend to get one after my research phase (which has been going on now for about 2 months of reading many on the threads on MASA). Chickaboo (MASA member) kindly allowed me to visit him a few days ago. I viewed his set and he advised me on the intracacies of reef keeping. Thanks alot Chickaboo. You guys are GREAT:thumbup:

Cassim

My New Arrival -- 1.25m 250L

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 10:52pm CST by Rabbit

Hi,

I recently took ownership of this tank :) I got it for a good deal.

I would like to transfer my live stock from my TL550 and add the live rock i've recently purchased in it. (15kg of kenyan and Fiji )

Current Hardware:

Reeftek Protein Skimmer : (not to sure on the make, maybe you can ID this for me)

Return Pump

T5 Ballast/Holder (No Bulbs) holds 4 x tubes

Electronic PH Sensor

Electronic Wave Maker Controller + Waver Maker

Electronic Temp Sensor

CO2 Tank

What is the max Wattage I can go for with a 38W Ballast ?

I like the Idea of the DSB but as you can see in my pics the sump is a bit small to accommodate it

Apologies for the poor quality pics!

I would appreciate you comments... :)

maguyver new guy asking about LED light system

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 10:48pm CST by maguyver

Hi it's good to find a place to talk and ask questions about my hobby. To start I have a 150 gallon reef tank. Been running for about 3 years. I will try to put a pic on here as soon I figure out how to do that. my initial reason I got on here was to see if anybody has tried the new full led lighting systems yet. I have a 72" ultralight setup it has 3 metal halide 250 watt 4 420nm 96 watt and 20 1watt apiece blue LEDs. are the led lighting systems better or not?

Skimming without livestock?

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 9:04pm CST by scubaninja

Hi guys. Need some opinions here. I need to leave a tank for a few weeks with no livestock at all in it but liverock and sand. Do you think it important to still run a skimmer? The water will still be circulating but lights will be off as there will no fish or corals that would need the lights.

So please answer the poll yes or no and give me your reason.

African clown and false percula clown for sale: Klerksdorp

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 8:29pm CST by Landu

Fish for saleCommon Name:

African clown and false percula clown

Scientific Name:

-

Size of fish

both around 5cm

How long have you had the fish?

7months

Is the fish eating?

Yes, frozen seafood mix and flakes

Shipping or Collection only:

Can make arrangements

Your location.

Klerksdorp

Price:

R80 each

Photo's:

Notes:

Just one of the "nemo's" and the african clown, will get pic of african clown soon...

Various corals for sale: Gauteng - East Rand (Brakpan)

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 7:38pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Various corals for saleCommon Names:

Soft Coral and LPS Coral For Sale

Scientific Names:

-

Size of coral

Please see individually below

How long have you had the corals?

2+ months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection / Shipping on buyers expense

Your location.

Gauteng - East Rand (Brakpan)

Price:

-

Photo's:

ITEM 1: 9+ Brown Mushrooms on LiveRock STILL AVAILABLE...

Price: R100

ITEM 2: Irregular Honeycomb Coral (LPS I think...:P) SOLD!!!
Price: R150

ITEM 3: 2x Green Flower Mushrooms on one rock - diameter approx 70mm in diameter SOLD!!!
Price: R150

ITEM 4: Clove Polyps SOLD!!!

Price: R80

ITEM 5: Loose green hairy mushroom on small LR piece SOLD!!!

Price: R30

ITEM 6: 7+ Green Flower Mushrooms on LR STILL AVAILABLE...

Price: R200

ITEM 7: Mushroom and Palythoa on LR STILL AVAILABLE...

Price: R120

ITEM 8: Moon Coral - green tentacles with white / silverish mouth STILL AVAILABLE...

Price: R250

Notes:

PLEASE ALSO NOTE THE GREEN LEATHER CORAL AND THE RITTERI ANEMONE IS ALSO STILL UP FOR SALE ON SEPERATE THREADS!!! ;)

External or Internal

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 2:53pm CST by Manic

Hey everyone,

Which one is better, an external skimmer or internal? If you could use either one, which works better?

Denitrification experiment

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 2:48pm CST by jaybeepee

Hi All,

I have been curing about 40kgs of LR in 110L buckets at 25degC with a M1500 flow pump (with oxygen) for the past 2 weeks. Last night my ammonia finally tested 0. Nitrites have sky rocketed and there is about 25ppm of nitrates.

I thought I would use this scenario to do an experiment and would like some input:

Hypothesis: LR is capable of converting nitrates to nitrogen at a rate of Xppm/kg

So, what I thought I would do is measure the Nitrates on day 0 (the first day I get a zero reading for nitrites). There prob would have already been a few nitrates converted prior to this day but surely this would be negligable.

Then, I would take a nitrate reading every x days, depending on the difference I can notice in the test kit colour chart (resolution will be an issue here). Ultimately, I would expect the nitrates to drop to zero. I could then work out based on the time it took and the weight of the LR how many nitrates were processed per kilo of LR per T - obv. specfic to my LR (indo).

Anyway, are there any ideas, problems, etc that you can provide insight to.

Cheers
Jason

Golden Pygmy Angel Not Eating

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 11:44am CST by Kunhardt

Posted this in my thread, but thought it would be more visible here for some advice.

Have had my Golden Pygmy Angel for 5 days now and its still not eating :(

I have tried frozen brine, frozen mysis, dwarf angel cubes, 2 different ON flakes and Nori...I have started dosing the food with Garlic as well and nothing. It doesnt look at all interested in food.

Normally I wouldnt be to worried about a fish not eating as my tank is mature enough that there is enough life to keep a new inmate sustained until it takes to prepared foods...however the Golden is not living in the rockwork, but prefers to stay up in the corners of the tank away from everything so I doubt it is even finding food itself.

My other angels have chased it a bit, but nothing to serious that it should be stressed or scared to go out and forage for food.

Spoke to my LFS and I think he has the right idea, I need to focus on getting it to expore the tank and leave its corner safety zone...but am not sure how to achieve this. Any ideas?

RO Unit

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 10:59am CST by Quintonv

Does anybody know of someone selling there RO unit at a reasonable price?

Cheers
Quinton :peroni:

Full Reef for sale: Capetown

Posted: November 11th, 2010, 8:34am CST by maj

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

Full Reef for sale

Location:

Capetown

Shipping or Collection only:

collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi,

Friend of mine is selling his entire setup

2m tank with stand and 1.2m sump with skimmer.
4 X T5's
RO unit
2X resun wavemakers
2 X sunsuns pumps.

2X 15cm unicorn tangs
1X yellow tang-medium
1X sailfin tang-medium
regal tang-medium
jumping bean
Bi colour angel
2 clowns
2 chromis

lots coral frags of zoa's,button polyps,sps monti,acro's,galaxia and mushrooms.

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Notes:

Please call him for more details

Muneeb 083 444 0136

Montis sps tank

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 7:50am CST by Monti

Well, Ive been a member a while and mekaeel wants me to do a tank thread. I used to have a cube, but that is being replaced by the following:

The Tank

Tank= 900x600x500 peninsula (water level at 450. Im over deep tanks)

Lights= 8x39W T5s (giesemann bulbs)

Flow= Vortech MP40W ES and Ill probably need to add something else just to up it some more

Substrate= Caribsea

Aquascape= a 80/20 mix of Caribsea Scaping Rock and a couple of really nice mature pieces of rock. Want a very simple open scape. Not too intricate and over the top, zen.

Filtration= Reefocto X160 and carbon dosing (prodibio and vodka). NO DSB. The sump will however have a decent sized frag chamber, which will be lit by 4x 24 Watt Giesemanns

ATO= SAGA

Heater= Jager

Supplements= Profilux 4 way doser, so Ill do a three part dosing regimen, and use the 4th pump to dose diluted vodka.

Livestock

For the zen look, a school of fish is needed (Apogon, Chromis or something), then Ill be wanting a Royal gramma, some gobies and a showfish of sorts...

In terms of corals.. acros, montis, stylos, hystrix and zoas.

A few clams and other bits and bobs.

Ill start posting pics once the tank arrives- should be setup in December time off.

The picture below is just to give an idea of the scaping Ill be wanting to achieve- more of a doodle than anything. Would probably need to be less than the below..

Aquascaping

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 7:43am CST by Slims

Morning Guys

More & more i'm coming across tanks on the net that are minimalistic in their aquascaping. Very little live rock is used making the corals the real attraction in these tanks. Despite the small quantity of LR used these reefkeepers are having
great success with their setups. i've included 2 examples of such tanks.

My question is : What is the minimum quantity of LR needed in a 4 footer to achieve this sort of look and what is needed to compensate for the shortage of LR?
Your input would be appreciated.

Hardware for sale: West Rand

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 10:51pm CST by rakabos

Hardware for saleThread title:

Hardware

Location:

West Rand

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi guys

Got some stuff i wont use

1. Metal Halides. 2 X 150W units. The one has a 10k bulb, the other a 15k bulb. R800 W23cm X L14.5cm X H10cm

2. T5 Dual ballast 24W R150

3. Metal Halide housing + running gear - no bulb. There is also no glass cover. R250

Notes:

-

54w T5's,

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 9:54pm CST by ashley100

i need the bulbs and fittings and the reflectors or even the fittings and reflector

Cape Town MASA members

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 8:03pm CST by xtreme

Hi guy's

Got a few bucks laying at Trev, want some frags please, softies,LPS or zoas
Please post a pic of the item and price
Trevor want to send my stuff on next week Tuesday.
Thanks

Pete's Part of the Ocean Diary

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 7:51pm CST by Pete

Ok, so I have decided to open a thread on my tank and use it as a diary as there are a couple of things I am changing and testing. Will add picks a bit later when I get a chance. But to start things off with.

I have added 3 of Brightwell Aquatics products to the system to see how they work.

NO1 - Phosphat R (Regenerable) phosphate adsorption resin running in a PHR-100 reef octopus phos reactor. So far the only down side to them is the beads are very small, been running for two weeks now.

NO2 - Organit R (Regenerable) Dissolved organic absorption resin also running in a PHR-100 reef octo phos reactor. And oh my soul my water has never been so clear:thumbup:. Decided to test this as have read and heard that carbon not only removes the yellowing of water but also some of the good trace elements.Down fall here is the same as the phosphate r the beads are tiny. Added same time as the Phos R.

NO3 - Katalyst (Pelletized Bioreactive Filtration Media) Brightwells version of the NP Biopellets. The Pellets look like little pearls and unlike the other pellets this one gives you better instructions and Guidelines (In systems with less than 5ppm NO3 and 0.02ppm po4/3, respectfully employ 1g of katalyst per 2 Us-gallons of tank water.) Now worked out on a system of 500L one uses 66g of Katalyst. At first the pellets all clogged together and went to the top of the reactor. But once they had soaked up enough water and where given a good couple of swirls and shakes they are now tumbling lovely. They are in a ZFI-1000 External Zeolith reactor (Reef Octo) nad have been running now for three days. will keep all posted on the progress of this one.

As mentioned I will add pics a bit later

The Amazon dries up

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 6:18pm CST by robvdv

A very bleak story: The greatest Amazon River disaster in history | Blog | Practical Fishkeeping

What mushroom is this?

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 4:57pm CST by brandonb

Hi

Went out and bought this mushroom yesterday

can someone please ID it for me

Thanks

funniest marine auction ever!

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 4:47pm CST by mandarinman

sweetnsour bids three hundred bucks on a frag in the auction section. when i contact him to make arrangements he says' lets discuss the price' he actually thinks you bid and if you have the highest bid you can now negotiate on the price after the fact( i honestly thought he was going wagon burner on me. now he doesnt to want to take it because of my attitude( methinks cold feet)

Magnificent Fox Face looking very thin

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 4:35pm CST by amalick

Hey Guys, I have a Magnificent Fox face that has become progressively thin over the last few months. I can even see his skeleton at the moment. :(

He continues to eat aggressively (and I feed him alot!) and shows no visible external signs of any of the common parasites that we all know to look out for.

None of the other tank inmates are showing anything similar so its either not infectious or their immune systems are stronger than his. I'm talking months of possible exposure here.

My view is that its probably some form of internal parasite,:001_unsure: like a worm or something:idea:. Excuse my ignorance if I am talking absolute rubbish:stupid:, but I would appreciate the guru's view on a possible diagnosis.

Once diagnosed I will probably need to do some research on a course of action or get some advice on the forum on what I could do.

It pains me to watch this guys fade away, I feel helpless:(

Marine pond help

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 4:17pm CST by Dikdaan

Hi all

We are making a marine pond, or actually we are planning it. The pond will be 3 X 1.5m more or less and will be build out of bricks and cement.

Now my question is that with what do i seal the pond to make it reefsafe and leak proof?

Any advice on this will be appreciated.

Forgot to add the depth, it would be 0.5m more or less

MAC approved stock just landed!

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 4:15pm CST by Steven

Navarchus
Flame Angels
Blue throat triggers
Yellow tangs
Bangai cardinals
Sole
Rainfordi gobies
Gold flake angels
Multicolor angel

...and much more!!!!!!!

nitro bac

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 3:12pm CST by cswhitehead

has anybody used nitro bac red sea during the cycling process? does it help?

Any 1 no what this is or does?

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 2:48pm CST by flamming angel

Hey all

Was lying in my dad garage. Any ideas what it is or what it may be used for. Or maybe somebody actually knows what it is. Its has a screw on bottom and inside it there is some kinda white "filter" sort of thing. The other has some kinda of "rolled paper".

Manic's Full System Sale: Fish, Corals, Equipment: Edenvale

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 2:38pm CST by Manic

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

Manic's Full System Sale: Fish, Corals, Equipment

Location:

Edenvale

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection Only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hey everyone,

I'm shutting down my cube and have a lot of stuff to sell. Corals need to be sold first before I can give you fish and equipment. Please don't place dibs if you are not serious about buying the item.

Fish:

Purple Tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum) R1000
Powder Blue Tang (Acanthurus leucosternon) R350
Foxface Lo (Siganus vulpinus) R270
Lyretail Anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) (6 Females, 1 Male) R90 Each

Corals:

Pink Millepora (6cm x 6cm x 6cm) R350
Brown Acro with Blue Tips (23cm x 20cm x 16cm High) R400
Purple tip acro (8cm x 8cm x 12cm High) R300
Bright Green Montipora Capricornis (24cm in diameter) R350
Pocillopora (Green/Blue Polyps) (10cm x 8cm x 8cm High) R350
Green Acro (7cm x 8cm x 10cm High) R250
Green Montipora Capricornis with Purple Rim (14cm Diameter) R200
Brown Acro with Blue Tips and Green Polyps (8cm x 8cm x 8cm) R300

Equipment:

Orca 135 Internal Skimmer R2000
Dymax pH Meter (With unopened new pH probe) R700
Saga pH Pen (Been calibrated and used once) R350
Vortech MP40W ES (1 Month Old) R3500
Resun 15000 Waver R500
250W MH (Reflector, Ballast and 20000K BLV Globe (6 months old)) R1600
LifeTech 4660 Return Pump (4880 L/h) R350

Here are all the pics of available stuff, if you want beter pics just let me know:

Full Tank with purple tang in front:

Lyretail Anthias:

Foxface Lo:

Powder Blue Tang:

Bright Green Montipora Capricornis:

Green Acro:

Purple tip acro:

Brown Acro with Blue Tips and Green Polyps:

Pink Millepora:

Brown Acro with Blue Tips (Bad Photo):

Green Montipora Capricornis with Purple Rim:

Notes:

All fish are healthy and eating like crazy. The anthias eat pellets and anything else that gets put in the tank. The powder blue is healthy and eating well, been in my tank for 4 months now. All equipment is 6 months old unless stated otherwise. Prices are negotiable within reason.

bugs

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 2:10pm CST by jaybeepee

Hi All,

I have a question about air bugs like moths, beetles, etc..... lets call them 'outverts' :D

Anyway - Having most of my tank and sump in the garage is pretty cool becuase I dont have to have cupboards and other enclosures. The result is that my tank and sump dont have covers. I often find all sorts od dead bugs floating on the surface. My questions:

1. I'd imagine if left to decompose these bugs would contribute to DOCs and eventually nutrients in the water?
2. should I be worried about them excreting toxins into the water?

Probably one of the more strange questions on the forum but I was just wondering. Any idea?

ps. I dont really want to close my tank and sump as it offers a nice cooling effect

Cheers
Jason

What local lifestock do you have?

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 2:01pm CST by RiaanP

Let us list local life stock in our tanks. Not Fish, but all the other snails, hermits, zoa's or what have you.
Especially all the nice ones to have.
Can also list those that is better of in the ocean, specialist eaters, predators or just a nuisance out of your experience.

Will post my list later.

Quarintine Set-Up for Sale for sale: Boksburg

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 1:41pm CST by Michael B

Hardware for saleThread title:

Quarintine Set-Up for Sale

Location:

Boksburg

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection Only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi Guys,

Changing my QT set up so selling current one (see pic)

R1,000 each (50L AIO tank, with pump, heater etc)

082 441 7305

Notes:

-

Design Tank Program

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 12:40pm CST by brentv

Hey guys, what is a good user friendly program to design Aquariums?
(Instead of the old pencil and paper:whistling:)

Cool Videos on the principles of a skimmer

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 11:29am CST by durleo

YouTube - LA Fishguys, Episode 88 pt 1, Protein Skimmer, Jeff Macare Reef Dynamics

YouTube - LA Fishguys, Episode 88 pt 2, Protein Skimmer, Jeff Macare Reef Dynamics

YouTube - LA Fishguys, Episode 88 pt 3, Protein Skimmer, Jeff Macare Reef Dynamics

YouTube - LA Fishguys, Episode 88 pt 4, Protein Skimmer, Jeff Macare Reef Dynamics

YouTube - LA Fishguys, Episode 88 pt 5, Protein Skimmer, Jeff Macare Reef Dynamics

YouTube - LA Fishguys, Episode 88 pt 6, Protein Skimmer, Jeff Macare Reef Dynamics

YouTube - LA Fishguys, Episode 88 pt 7, Protein Skimmer, Jeff Macare Reef Dynamics

Cool Video on SPS Fragging

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 11:11am CST by durleo

YouTube - Episode 57 pt1, The Coral Frag Farmer, LA Fishguys

Black silicone!!!

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 10:20am CST by JAM

has anyone got a couple tubes of black silicone lying arround they want to sell to me? cant find any aquarium grade in durban! den braven discontinued theirs < wurth only has clear. who else do i try guys???

Skimmer and sump help

Posted: November 10th, 2010, 9:18am CST by Tremayn

Hey guys i have a 150x70x50H DT and std 4ft sump.. So i want to get the nw250 with the 1OTP5000 pump rated at 1400L .. Problem is that the skimmer has a foot print of 45cm x 45.. and the std 4ft is 45cm wide, however the inside of the tank is 43cm wide.... See the problem.. How am i goin to get it too fit? Any ideas? At the moment im thinking of:

-Maybe moving a pump so it can fit (have no idea if i can do this)
-Use an external plastic bucket for the skimmer and plumb it down to the return..

Other option is the nw200 rated at 900L but will do the enkamat mod to it. Footprint 45x30..

Suggestions? Did u guys have the same problem and how did u sort it out? I would want to keep the skimmer in my sump preferably because a bucket big enough to house the nw250 wont fit under the DT.. Thanks guys

If u want to have a look at the DT then check out my thread..

Best way to explain and understand lighting

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 10:29pm CST by nepellew

AQUARIUM LIGHTING

If the link dont work just let me know ill post it ...:)

A must see!!!

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 8:11pm CST by llewellyn

This link :lookhere:
A Reef in the Sky - zeovit.com
IS AWESOME.:yeahdude:
The best design and setup I've ever seen IMO.

Only seen one of them

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 8:06pm CST by Oppies

Hi guys can anyone tell me what this is? only seen one.

Ins and outs of dosing copper.

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 7:33pm CST by magman

Hi all, please help here with understanding copper, the cuprazin from waterlife, any tips, tricks, to try and understand it.

1)what are the pros and cons of copper, namely the waterlife cuprazin, is there any side affects to fish, does it smell/put them off their food? I know an overdose is lethal
2)Does it work on parasites also,
3)The cuprazin says dose day's 1,2,3,4,6,8,10, if there is no improvement, you continue dosing on the recomended days, but will that not surely lead to a overdose in copper which I know is serious? Also I will be doing heavy waterchanges, will this not also affect/dilute the strength?
4) How soon can you add other meds, after all copper is removed?
5)Any new fish I buy, can they go into copper (bear in mind that they may not be used to eating
6)Dwarf angels cannot handle copper, but what about anthias?
7)anything else to watch out for?Dangers

6ft with cabinet

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 5:27pm CST by Noobie

Hi Guys sorry to post here buts it pretty urgant (will a admin plz move it to the right place)

Im goning to be moving soon and cant take my tank with.

its a 6ft with full cabinet,metal halides with t5's unit, all my live stock (tangs, corals,plenty stuff) bout 60Kg live rock

The tank has an auto top-up, skimmer,pumps,vibrators etc everything complete.

If anyone no's anybody looking please give me a shout

Cheers
Dean

dean@ferrite.co.za

Weird fire goby deaths

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 5:16pm CST by ThaneF

Hi guys,

I have been running my nano for around 5 months now. I have got a 6 line wrasse (oldest in the tank) - a stunning regal (about 1 month and healthy, never even got white spot), two cleaner shrimp (growing at a rapid rate), some hermits and snails, sps, lps and softies in my tank all in my opinion looking good.

Bought two fire gobies on Sunday, dripped and put them into the tank. Fed the tank and they both ate like pigs. Got home yesterday and the one was missing - found it in the rock work been eaten by the hermits. Fed the tank and the remaining fire goby ate very well. Then today I got home and the other one is in the process of dying - not swimming and breathing very heavy.

I have checked my water paramaters:
NO2: 0.1
NO3: 0
NH3/NH4+: 0
SG: 1.023

Feeding: Frozen food thawed in purified water and rinsed before feeding.
The 6 line and regal look fine with nothing looking wrong, does anyone have any idea as to what could be going on here? I really am confused and worried :(

Cheato

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 4:09pm CST by Zahed

Hi All

Please can anyone assist with some Cheato ( area : Sandton or Lenasia Areas).

Much appreciated
Zahed

Advice

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 4:05pm CST by Zahed

HI Sara

Congratulations and welcome to the sleepless nights.

My question is a DSB the only solution to filtration. I am confused. My setup is a 5 ft tank as the DT and I have a sump with 3 chambers, first chamber (protein skimmer) second chamber (floss, bio balls and ceramic rings) and third chamber live rock.

From my understanding it seems I may have over time high nitrates and phosphates based on this setup. Is this true ? One of the LFS has the same setup for all their tanks and they have nennies, all types of fish, inverterbrates and corals.

My objective for this tanl is to have a reef systems with a mixture of corals, reef fish, inverts and well balanced.

Please advise

Aqua

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 3:17pm CST by chops

Aqua medic cleaner with blade

Urgent help needed Juv Regal Angel - bitten off right fin

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 1:15pm CST by durleo

Hi Guys - i have added a juv regal angel in my tank - he was very shy for the first 2 days and i only saw him peck slightly on the rocks. The corner that he usually hides has a Sun Sun pump and this morning i found him stuck to the outer cage of it with no right fin. I have taken him out and placed him in the sump. His gills look quiet red and he cannot swim properly cos of only one fin. What can i do to nurse him back to health.

Regards
Duran

Live Rock and Coral Beauty Angel for sale: JHB Mayfair west

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 1:12pm CST by Angamia

All other livestockCommon Name:

Live Rock and Coral Beauty Angel

Scientific Name:

Live Rock and Coral Beauty Angel

Size

Live Rock about 15 kgs Coral Beauty about 4cm

How long have you had it?

Coral Beauty from My dad's tank that burst about 6 months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Your location.

JHB Mayfair west

Price:

Live Rock R70.0 per kg and angel R150

Photo's:

Notes:

-

Ritteri Anemone for sale: East Rand - Gauteng

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 12:22pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

All other livestockCommon Name:

Ritteri Anemone

Scientific Name:

-

Size

Aprox 150 - 200mm in diameter

How long have you had it?

1month

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Your location.

East Rand - Gauteng

Price:

R200

Photo's:

I had to save this Nennie from bleaching in a LFS (non MASA sponsor;)) so I bought it and brought it back to colour a bit again. It is very healthy, and has extended nicely. My tank is however a bit small for it, so I am looking at a better home for it...

Notes:

Now, please, if you do not know how to care for anemone's dont even attempt to buy it please. I would prefer more experienced reefers that has addequite lighting and stable systems purchase it. You must at least know something about Anemone care before I will sell it to you. :P

Thanks;)

Found this mutant crab in my tank

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 11:22am CST by Tony

I found this bugger dead in my tank. It obviously was harmless as I never had any fish or corals go missing. I used a hand so you can guage size

Effectiveness of Carbon

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 11:16am CST by SaltyReef

Take a look at this article as taken from fishchannel.com.

Granular Activated Carbon in the Reef Aquarium
Granular activated carbon in the reef tank and its effectiveness in removing gelbstoff.

By Richard Harker
Part 1 of 2

One of the most frequently cited reasons given for using granular activated carbon (GAC) in a reef aquarium is to remove gelbstoff the compounds that give water in a captive reef system a yellow cast. Bingman (1996) notes that these yellow-colored compounds seem to accumulate over time and are difficult to remove without the use of activated carbon.
As far back as 1986, Wilkens and Birkholz wrote of the use of activated carbon to remove material that can't be biologically decomposed any further (so-called yellow matter). Ten years later, Fosså and Nilsen (1996) echoed these feelings by writing, the main purpose of activated carbon filters is to remove from the water any organic pigments(that) give the water a yellow tint.
Suppliers to the hobby have responded to the nearly universal support for the use of activated carbon by offering over two dozen GAC products. Unfortunately, the hobbyist has had very little guidance as to the functional differences between these GACs or their relative effectiveness at removing yellowing compounds.
A rare exception is an article published in Aquarium Fish Magazine by Timothy A. Hovanec (1993). Hovanec described sources of GAC and reviewed the performance of four different types of source material for carbons. Hovanec found carbon derived from bituminous coal to be the most effective in removing tannic acid from freshwater.
In a more recent article, Hovanec (1998) states flatly that the best carbon for use in water filtration for removing dissolved organic carbons is bituminous coal-based carbon. He also comments about the decline in use of coconut carbon, stating that coconut carbons have the wrong pore size for filtering the target materials from water.
Between the appearance of the first Hovanec article and the second, Stephen Spotte and Gary Adams published a study examining GACs ability to remove dissolved organic carbons (DOC) in a captive seawater system (1984). They reached somewhat different conclusions. They found that carbon made from hardwood was most effective in removing DOC. Carbon of anthracite coal origin was least effective.
Reconciling the conclusions of the two articles is difficult. The Hovanec study examined tannic acid removal from freshwater, whereas Spotte examined DOC removal from seawater. The two authors compared GAC from a somewhat different mix of sources (both authors examined coal based carbon, but while Spotte evaluated lignite coal based carbon, Hovanec evaluated bituminous coal based carbon). The rank order of the Hovanec study from most effective to least was coal, coconut and wood, whereas Spottes rank order was wood, coconut and coal exactly the opposite. Hovanec concluded that coconut carbon was ineffective for filtering water. Spotte found coconut carbon less effective than hardwood based carbons, but still able to remove significant proportions of DOC.
Regardless of the study in which a reef keeper places more trust, Spotte identified only the manufacturer of the carbons (all were produced by one company), and Hovanec did not identify manufacturers or repackagers. (Most carbon sold to hobbyists is simply bought in bulk from a limited number of manufacturers and repackaged for the hobby. Calgon Carbon, a major manufacturer of GAC, alone produces 40 different carbon formulations.)
Potentially more useful to the hobbyist was a review of GAC written by Gregory Schiemer (1997), including several tests on 17 different brands of carbon. Unfortunately, while he examined adsorption ability, his test only subjectively measured a carbons ability to remove blue dye from water. Gelbstoff is composed of large complex organic compounds, so it is not clear whether a carbons relative performance in his tests correlates with a carbons effectiveness in a reef tank. While Schiemer used a five point scale to note relative adsorption, 12 of the 17 carbons rated the highest possible score. This lack of differentiation among the majority of brands makes it difficult for a hobbyist to narrow his or her choice beyond the dozen.
Test Procedure
If a carbons ability to remove yellowing compounds is an important reason to use carbon, it makes sense to compare the ability of various carbons to remove these compounds. Bingman (1996a) identified the source of gelbstoff as marine humic acids, and in Bingman (1996b) he noted that the presence of humic acids can be detected spectrophotometrically using the American Public Health Association (APHA) method outlined in Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater. In this study, a Hach DR/2010 spectrophotometer was used to measure the removal of color by GAC. The one change made from the Hach procedure was to follow Bingmans recommendation (in this case) to use a shorter wavelength of 400 nanometers (nm) rather than 455 nm as per the APHA method to increase the measurementss sensitivity to the presence of humic acids.
The procedure consisted of circulating saltwater containing gelbstoff through a quantity of carbon for 12 hours and determining the reduction in color over the time period. My 300 gallon reef tank water, even after several months without GAC, measures only 9 APHA color units, so a method outlined in Sieburth and Jensen 1969) was utilized to increase the color of the water. A combination of Calerpa and Sargassum algae was allowed to stew for several hours in warmed water removed from my tank until sufficient materials had been exuded from the algae. The exudations of algae are a combination of phenols and carbohydrates that bind with proteinaceous matter in saltwater to produce the yellowing compounds. This approach raised the apparent color from 9 to 89 units in a day, enough for the color to be visually detected against a white background.
Twenty grams of GAC were sandwiched between two layers of plastic filter material supported by 38 grams of polyester filter floss in an 8 by 30 centimeter vertically oriented acrylic tube. This arrangement forced water to flow evenly through the carbon. The quantity of carbon was chosen to reflect the recommendations of hobby authors regarding the use of carbon.
The carbon chamber was gravity fed with a powerhead moving approximately 1.5 liters per minute, pumping water to the top of the chamber. The chamber was placed in a tank filled with 4 liters of test water. While hobby authors generally give recommendations on the quantity of carbon to use, none of the sources I reviewed offered opinions on the rate at which water should flow past carbon. Hovanec offered no details on the flow rate of his experiment. Spotte and Adams conducted their flow-through experiment at 24 milliliters/minute (ml/min), considerably slower than my rate. Other work suggests that the effectiveness of GAC begins to decline with flow rates higher than 65 ml/min (Kerr and Quinn).
The traditional method of GAC use in a reef tank is to repeatedly circulate water through a canister filter or PVC tube fed by a powerhead (Moe), and both methods involve much higher flow rates. For this experiment, it was decided that rates closer to hobbyist rates would be utilized.
Color was measured at the beginning of the 12 hour test period, at least once during the test, and then once again at the end of the period. For each measurement, three replicates of approximately 30 ml each were removed from the test tank and then successively poured into a 1-inch cell. The color of each replicate was then measured with the spectrophotometer. The three measurements were averaged for the final result listed in the chart below. The blank for each test consisted of distilled water.
Results
All GACs were able to remove some color, but effectiveness varied considerably between brands. The highest reduction was 88 color units, virtually eliminating any color, while the lowest was 21 units, only a slight reduction over the initial color of the water. A control test using only the polyester filter floss removed 7 color units. Three of the top five performing carbons were lignite based. The top five carbons adsorbed considerably more color than the second tier of bituminous based carbons. The lone coconut based carbon ranked eighth, outperforming several bituminous coal-based carbons.
As a rule, the molded pellet type GACs were less effective in removing color than the other brands. Three of the four lowest adsorbing carbons were pellet shaped. The pellets had smooth, hard surfaces. The most effective carbons tended to be irregular in shape and offer a large surface area to volume. The surfaces of the more effective carbons were rough rather than smooth like the pellet carbons.
While there are many brands of carbons sold to hobbyists, there are a limited number of types of carbon sold. Bituminous coal based carbons make up the majority of brands available. Lignite based carbons make up the rest with the exception of a few coconut based brands. This may have affected the outcome of the tests. For example, only one coconut carbon was tested, and it was a mid-pack performer. It did, however, outperform the same companys scientific grade bituminous based carbon. This suggests that had I been able to acquire more formulations of coconut, coconut based carbons may have performed better.
Hovanec (1998) writes that (coconut carbon) was the subject of much marketing hypebut the drawbacks of using coconut carbon in the aquarium finally merged with the market forces and sales of this type of carbon dropped. One wonders what marketing forces would have prevailed if Spottes findings had been as widely read as Hovanecs. Perhaps the hobbyist would have a greater range of choices available to him. None of the large repackagers sell hardwood based carbon to the hobby, so it was impossible to confirm Spottes findings regarding the effectiveness of hardwood GAC.

GAC available to the hobby varies considerably in price, but price is a poor predictor of effectiveness. Some of the least expensive GACs outperformed GACs costing nearly three times as much. Figure 1 shows the relationship between effectiveness in removing color and efficiency expressed in cost per ounce. GACs shown in the upper right quadrant effectively remove color, and do so at a low cost per ounce. GACs in the lower right quadrant also effectively remove color, but do so at a higher cost. The GAC's found in the left quadrants are less effective on a unit cost basis than those shown to the right.
In part two of this examination of GAC well explore the use of carbon in captive reef systems. Well examine the recomendations offered to hobbyists on how to use GAC and look at the growing trend of passive use of carbon.
Acknowledgments: I wish to thank Jeff Voet of Tropical Fish World of Raleigh, North Carolina for his assistance in selecting and procuring many of the GACs used in this review.

Feeding a CBB

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 11:00am CST by Pads

I've had my CBB for 2 weeks now. It has taken to frozen brine but no dry food yet.
The trouble is it gets very little brine as the tank mates are quicker and greedier.

Has anyone used a feed box for the CBB? See my sketch below.

One would place frozen food in the box and only the CBB with its narrow jaws would be able to eat from it.

Would this work?, provided the CBB is not shit scared of it. Would it become dependent on being fed that way?

I suppose the box could have a suction cup mounted on it like the veggie clip fashion.

Nov/Dec Masa Meeting

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 9:26am CST by dallasg

Hi guys and gals,

any ideas for a venue for a meeting? this is just a MASA get together for new and old forum members to get together and chat about reefing and forum topics

post ideas here

favorite movie?

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 9:18am CST by Washington

What is your favorite movie?
Hard Target is my favorite movie.I love action movies so it is my hard favorite movie,,,!

saying hi...!

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 9:16am CST by Washington

My name is wiki,24 male and I had just like to say hi to everyone. As everybody knows that nowadays forums are the best source of Knowledge, and through forums we can learn a lot. When I heard of the community I thought it would be wonderful to expand to a new community, meet like minded people and share thoughts and services with fellow members.I am sure there's a lot of interesting topics and discussions happening on this forum and wanted to check it out.I was looking for a new forum to join and the higher powers of Google has brought me here! I look forward to meeting you all and wish you the best of success.

"Plants in water" ?!?!?!?!

Posted: November 9th, 2010, 8:53am CST by JD167

Hey guys

I'm sending two Monti plates to Salim from Cape Town to Durban. I phoned UPS this morning to find out about the status of the package and was told that it was being rejected due to "Plants in water". Obviously there would be water in the bags.

My question is to the sponsors. What do you clasify your coral shipments as? What do you tell the couriers is in the bags so that they don't reject it?

live rock

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 9:33pm CST by cswhitehead

howzit guys
so my tank is just about ready to start cycling and i am going to need some live rock. anybody willing to sell me some or know where i can get some in and around richards bay or empangeni. or if you able to ship tome then thats also fine

Clown hosting midas blenny

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:50pm CST by deadmeat2016

Saw this and thought it was quite funny, clown fish are so funny :lol::thumbup:

YouTube - Percula hosting the midas blenny

YouTube - Percula hosting the midas blenny

strawberry grammar for sale: gordons bay

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:33pm CST by burt

Fish for saleCommon Name:

strawbery grammar

Scientific Name:

-

Size of fish

large

How long have you had the fish?

2 years

Is the fish eating?

yes

Shipping or Collection only:

collection

Your location.

gordons bay

Price:

r600

Photo's:

iv got 4 fish left, please i need to let them go asoon as possible, 1 strawberry grammar, 1 humbug damesil, 1 chromisis, 1 clark clown and 1 urchin and 1 turbo snail, make me an offer?

Notes:

-

varios hardwear for sale: gordons bay

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:22pm CST by burt

Hardware for saleThread title:

varios hardwear

Location:

gordons bay

Shipping or Collection only:

collection, maybe go for shipping

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

ts2 skimmer r 1200
return pump or 2500 a m r 500
jeiger 300 w heater r250
light unit 3 bulb t5 r1200 with extra t5 bulbs 3 month old

Notes:

-

rite hole size for fittings???

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:14pm CST by JAM

Ok guys so I'm ordering my glass this week and they are going to drill the holes for me aswell but I'm not sure what size hole to drill for 32mm fittings for my overflow? Not gonna b able to get away from work this week to check it out myself.... Help please???

bleached nennie

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:10pm CST by ashley100

i bought a bleached nenni about 6+months ago i just thought it was a cool white nennie.
this guy dose not stick to any rock or any thing it half clings but barely ever since i had it
but it eats ok and opens up (spreads out) never stands up.And it does not like the light, and it is getting a bit of brown on some tenticals. Will this nennie ever come right

thanks

e-bay purchase

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 7:54pm CST by Seabass

Hi all

Wanting to buy supplies / hardware etc on e-bay, anyone done this, is it safe or not. Is it a good or bad idea, current exchange rate is great for SA at the moment. :peroni: Kindly advise:yeahdude:

algae competition

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 7:23pm CST by Slummies

hey guys.

i wanna grow some macro algae. for two reasons:

1) Look nice

2) for nutrient export

wanting it in my display.

i already have some caluepra, but im running into some problems.. the macro algea is being slowly covered by red algae. by tank is still young.. what should i do to prevent my caleupra dying?

Rotifers and phytoplankton

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 7:06pm CST by deadmeat2016

Please anyone who has cultures in cape town, I need them to raise clowns. I will collect whenever possible.

ZFI-1000 External Zeolith Filter For Sale for sale: Centurion

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 5:51pm CST by Pete

Hardware for saleThread title:

ZFI-1000 External Zeolith Filter For Sale

Location:

Centurion

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection or ship at buyers expence

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi All

I have a ZFI-1000 external ReefOctopus Zeolith filter for sale for R2200 the filter is 1 and a half months old still in excellent condition it has bio pellets running in it at the moment. This filter sells for R3147 new and is rated for 1200L

Notes:

-

Chillers?

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 4:10pm CST by PhilOos

Hi,
I have a 700 liter tank for about 2 months now. I keep a few hardy fish and had some leathers and mushrooms growing quite well. The sudden rise in temperature the last two weeks caused my tanks temperature to climb to 27.6 - 28.9 ºC! My corals died unfortunately, but my fish aren't affected.

So I went to the local pet shop to talk about my belated corals and they suggested I install a chiller. Fine... but when they told me the price I spontaneously started to cough. R6000+ for my size tank. I've considered alternative DIY options...but no, I don't want my tank to look like a "maplotter" setup.

Seeing that this is the most expensive piece of equipment, I really need some advise on the matter. What make is reliable and what flow rate should I consider? Any advise will be appreciated..

:yeahdude:

Marine Aquarium Cycle

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 3:00pm CST by viper357

Cycling your marine aquarium.

One of the hardest and longest things a marine aquarium hobbyist will encounter is the cycle of a new aquarium. The excitement and anticipation of starting a new tank is often met with disappointment when finding out you now have to wait 4 to 6 weeks for your new tank to cycle. In this article I will highlight the common processes involved with cycling a new aquarium.

To start off you have your tank, you add salt water, substrate and live rock. You will also have your heaters, pumps and any other equipment plugged in and running, once all of this is done you now have to sit back and look at a relatively empty tank for a month or so. This is, however, one of the most important aspects of starting a tank because if you rush this process you may end up killing fish and corals and ultimately give up.

Patience is key in setting up a marine aquarium, we all hate it but we have to do it.

Here are two graphs which explain how the cycle works and the different elements involved. Please note that the time-lines are just a guide as each tank will cycle differently, but you can count on a rough period of 4 to 6 weeks. You will know your tank has cycled once your ammonia and nitrite levels have spiked and they both read 0 on your test kits.

Here is an example of how I set up my nano tank.

The basic tank with lights and in the black filter box is the heater and a circulation pump.

Here the tank is filled with RO (Reverse Osmosis) water and salt is then added, you can see the salt laying on the bottom of the tank. It is vital that you use RO water to start the tank and also for top-ups as tap water is not suitable and can lead to huge algae problems later on. There is also a circulation pump added which aids in the salt being dissolved. You can also see the tank is not filled up to the top, this allows for the water level to rise when the sand and rocks are added.

At this point you need to take at least 24 hours to allow the salt to dissolve, you also need to bring your tank up to temperature (about 25 to 27 Celsius). Measure your salinity, (ideally with a refractometer). Your salinity needs to be about 1.025 to 1.026. If it so too high then add some RO water, if it is too low then add some more salt and allow it to dissolve.

Once the salt has dissolved and the tank is at the right temperature you can then add your substrate. This needs to be very fine sand (sugar grain size or smaller). You can use various shop bought sands like coral sand, aragonite and so on, or you can use sand collected from the sea or a real cheap way to go is to use playsand, very cheap but needs to be washed lots and lots of times. In this tank I used a mixture of caribsea aragamax aragonite and playsand. Your substrate needs to be about 2 to 3 cm's deep to allow for worms and other creatures to populate the sand, this also provides food for the many creatures you will have in your tank. Once the sand is in, your tank will more than likely look very milky, leave it overnight to settle, once the water is clear you can then add your liverock. I rushed it a bit and put rock in straight away, this was not one of my brightest ideas (I have many of those :p) as the dust from the sand settled onto the rock and I had to clean it all off.

You get different types of live rock, cured and uncured and from various locations around the world where it is harvested from, Kenya, Fiji, Indonesia etc.

Here is my milky tank shortly after adding substrate and rock.

A few hours later it is starting to clear up.

A few more hours later and it was looking lovely :p by the morning it should hopefully be crystal clear. Now this is where the hard part comes in, waiting for the tank to cycle, the long wait, periodic testing of ammonia and nitrite, waiting for the toxic levels to disappear. Hang in there, you'll get through it.

After a couple of weeks you will more than likely notice some brown algae forming on the rocks, sand and glass. This is called diatom algae and is quite normal for a new tank and can occur in tanks well up to a year old. Grin and bear it, it does go away after a while.

A couple of weeks further in and you may start getting the dreaded green hair algae creeping in, this is also normal in some tanks, wait for it to get quite long and then pull it out, you may have to do this for a couple of weeks but it will eventually go away. You can reduce your lighting hours to only 2 or 3 hours a day to help stunt the growth of this algae, but you will win the battle. :)

So there is it in a nutshell, now I know there are many variations of cycling a tank and various other methods such as the zeovit method which allows you to cycle a tank in something like 7 or 14 days, you can try this method but it is a specialised method and needs to be followed to the tee, you also need special equipment and additives to use this method.

One thing I would recommend using, although not essential, is Seachem Stability or Prodibio BioDigest or Bioptim, these add beneficial bacteria to your aquarium and can help establish the biofilter, I have used both of these with no ill effects. There are also many new products entering the market such as Microbelift and Brightwell Microbacter7 but I have not used these products so cannot comment on them, but they do have some very good reviews.

Before you add any of these or any other products to your tank, ask for advice on the forum, there is a huge amount of knowledge and experience on the forums and the guys are only too happy to share their experiences and advice with you.

So......now what? Tank cycled? Yes? Cool....

Now you can start thinking about adding livestock, add a couple of snails, hermit crabs if you want and then start stocking with fish and corals, but SLOWLY. Add a fish or two then wait a week or two before adding any more livestock, this allows the bacteria and your biofiltration to adjust to the added bioload in the tank. Don't ever stock a tank too fast.

Have fun and enjoy your marine aquarium. Please feel free to ask any questions or add anything I may have missed.

silicone that cures when submerged.

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 2:31pm CST by leslie hempel

In my hunt for an alternitive silicone product i came across this stuff, it can be applied underwater and will cure.

http://reefbuilders.com/2010/02/02/o...arium-munster/

thought i would post

Various frags for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 2:20pm CST by zayd

Various frags for saleCommon Names:

Acropora - tan with green polyps

Scientific Names:

-

Size of frags

7cm

How long have you had the frags?

Mother colony - few yrs

Are the frags mounted?

No

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection only

Your location.

Cape Town

Price:

R200 each

Photo's:

Notes:

-

Silicone lifespan

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 2:20pm CST by maj

Not sure if this was discussed in another thread.

But how long does silicone in a marine tank actually last?
Obviously our tanks had to be built with marine silicone,but does that have a lifespan?

just makes me wonder when i hear about tanks leaking.
I get scared of even cleaning the glass of my tank to close to the corners

Best way to test a tank?

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 12:30pm CST by flamming angel

Hi All

So i am almost done with the build of my new cube but i need some advice of testing the tank in terms of leaks, strength etc. Other then the fresh water test that everyone does is there other tests that i can perform on the tank before i start with the cycle.

Really dont want to end up in a situation were it leaks or cracks etc.

If there are guys out there (which im sure there are many :whistling:) that has been through this process please can you provide me with all tips/advice.

Thanks

Separating a clown from its host

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 11:47am CST by Junz

Hi there

I have a friend who is having trouble with his tank and thinks that getting rid of his Anemone will help, the issue is he has a pair of breeding clowns hosting in it, What can/will be the effects of removing them from the anemone.

thanks for your help in advance.

take awesome pics at home with this!!!!

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 11:40am CST by The Waterboy - Marco

i recently was given a product by mark vera who was down here from the states,
its a wicked little unit that one of his sponsers is developing for the marine aquarium trade......you get similar units called ring lights to attach to your camera, but these guys are developing these units with adjustable light spectrums, magnifying lenses and camera adaptors specially for the marine trade.
i believe that while he was here a few of the marine aquarium importers have made deals in order to get this product to south africa.
mark was impressed with our r.o.units and reactors and landed up swopping me for this baby, so he could take our units to the states and show some people there:thumbup:

here are some of the pics taken of aquarium depot's tank
as you can see at the begining i was getting used to it....but later i waxed the thing!!!:thumbup:

these 4 pics were taken with the white light

A very Sad Day

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 11:38am CST by Angamia

This Morning, was a sad day,, at about 4:00 am this morning my Dads 2 meter Tank burst, water all over, likely he woke up and saved some fish ,His koran angel died ,, was massive adult colors ,, All the other fish I have put them in my tank,,They all look good but my tank is to small for them,, especially the sailfin tang and the rabbit fish about 20 cm or bigger in size ,,,and lot of live rock in a bucket ,,

The sail-fin and Rabbit he had for 2 years..

I will put them up for sale tomorrow on the for sale thread once I have pics
live rock @70 a KG
Sailfin R500.00 about 20bm from month to tail
Golden spotted rabbit fish R450 about 20 cm long

The others will list on the site

Some pics of the tank

Help . . . is this sun coral dying?

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 11:32am CST by ZaxXx

Got such a lovely piece of sun coral growing from this rock but it was abit muddy when i got it home so i brushed it with tap water and a tooth brush to try cleaning it:whistling:.

Did i kill it? :banghead:
And is this sun coral a write off now?? how do i bring it back to how it should be?

Subs Evo 4

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 11:29am CST by Submariner

After selling up a few months back due to just not having the time to care for my cube.

I have decided to start a new reef tank that will hopefully be the perfect system.

This new tank will be the 4th reef system and having learnt from all the mistakes previously i am hoping this new tank will be quieter, cleaner, easier to maintain and more efficient than all my previous tanks.

Below are pictures of my three previous tanks.

2007 Angel dominated reef tank

2008 SPS dominated reef tank (My 2007 tank after moving house and re aquascaping and redisigning the sump)

2009 Cube mixed reef

320 ltre Corner Bow Tank: Cape Town

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 11:20am CST by zayd

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

320 ltre Corner Bow Tank

Location:

Cape Town

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hi Guys

My Bow tank is for sale now that my new tank is running. Great starter tank in my opinion. Just got too small for me. Includes cabinet, hood and sump (50 litres). Very strong 12mm and the corners are not bent glass but siliconed. Rear overflow. R2750.

Also, have:

3 Boyu streams with controller (2 yrs old) - R500.
3 dual T5 electronic ballasts (3 yrs old) wired with 6 lamps (6 months old) and reflectors - R1000.
AM Wave with light sensor - R1500. Runs 3 flow pumps (used them on my tunze nano's) plus return. Pauses all for feeding. Also works on Sun Sun's.

Collection only for tank. Buyer pays for shipping of other accessories.

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m.../DSC01728a.jpg

Notes:

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Photography site explaining all the Basics

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 10:36am CST by Singularity

This is also a cool site i found recently, explains all the the basics like depth of field, eposure, shutter speed, ISO, bokeh and some more in simple terms and how they fit together. Also has some nice step by step tutorials for post processing in photoshop elements and lightroom.

Kaboom Your Photography!

bubble blaster skimmer

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 10:23am CST by Konrad

After looking at all options of skimmers and reading through lots of posts i have finally made up my mind to go for the reef octopus xp1000 bubble blaster skimmer :thumbup: just waiting for it in the post, cant wait to install it! I believe it is a great skimmer

Hi Everyone!

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 10:00am CST by Kcin

Hi Guys,

Joined your forum a few weeks back, I have been reading all the information I can - I am planning on starting a Nano aquarium in a few weeks.

As a nOOb there is wonderful information on this forum.

Thank you everyone, and I hope to be posing some questions soon.

Kevin

Chiller For Sale for sale: Durban

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 9:33am CST by Wolve

Hardware for saleThread title:

Chiller For Sale

Location:

Durban

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection Only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

hi i have a Resun CL 650 chiller for sale. rated for 1000 liter tank at 25 deg, but i would say more like 600 liters or so, been running on my 500 liter tank with 600 watts of lights with no problems for about a year or so now. Price R 3000 - (neg slightly :) )

Notes:

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Latest fish catch/sighting in the Eastern Cape.

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 9:10am CST by Mudshark

I didn't get to dive this weekend as I thought that after all the rain the water would be manky. Went out to windsurf at Cintsa on Sunday though, and really regretted not bringing my snorkeling gear. The water was clean, warmish and full of blue bottles and jellyfish. This says "Moz current" to me.

Anyone see anything? I think that things are going to start happening soon....:thumbup:

RO Storage Tank

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:50am CST by Redhawk10

Hi there, I have an home Ro unit which I using for my tank, without the storage tank. My question is can I use the storage tank on the system for extra water storage?

Various Corals

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:29am CST by chas84

I've been researching quite a bit as to which corals to add to my 6-ft tank, and have come up with the following list (Softies, LPS and some SPS). If anyone has frags of these, please let me know (either freebies for a noob :) or very inexpensive). Small frags will be perfect ;)

Soft Corals:
Zoa's & Paly's (small frags with even just or or two polyps will do)
Cabbage Leather
Chilli Coral
Colt Coral
Finger Leather
Ricordea & Yuma
Star Polyps (Green and Blue)
Mushrooms (Normal, Striped, Hairy, etc.)
Kenya Tree
Xenia
Toadstool Leather

LPS:
Blastomussa
Bubble Coral
Candy Cane
Colored Brain
Frogspawn
Meat Coral
Open Brain
Plate Coral
Sun Coral
Torch Coral
Turbinaria

SPS:
Birds Nest
Montipora (Branching & Plating)
Porites

If there is something you have that's also nice and not too specialised, that's not on my list, please let me know.

Understanding what i did?!?!

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:20am CST by Sentari

So this weekend i decided to do some maintainance on my tank.

I've been trying to get my tank into decent condition without having to do much.

So this weekend my tank was looking worse for wear. Very mirky water and nothing was clean. I did a water change last weekend to see if it can help and that did nothing.

So this weekend i did the following and my water is CRYSTAL Clear! Now the problem is what did i do right? and will it work in future?

This is what i did

Cleaned out my skimmer. Left if off for 4 hours for the MB7 to settle.
Put a pump in the first and last chamber to blow up the detritus.
Added a bag of carbon.
Added 2 caps of Microbacter 7.

I have a funny feeling that the MB7 might have sorted my problem out. I know carbon also helps with this but the carbon hasnt really been helping. Also if i dosed 2 caps of MB7 yesterday do i wait 2 weeks to dose again or do i keep dosing every day? I understand the concept of dosing to reduce phos and nitrates but will i need a carbon source all the time?

My next question is what will happen if i dose MB7 without dosing a carbon source? Is there something that i can watch for until such time that i need to start dosing carbon? I dont want to dose both until such some that i understand what worked so well to make my tank all of a sudden sparkle.

I will try do tests to see where i'm going with this.

What is this weird thing?

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:18am CST by gecco

I found this guy in the DT on friday night, it spend the whole weekend on the glass. Its about 5-6mm long and I can't see a mouth like the slugs got...
Anybody got an idea?

A cup of sand...

Posted: November 8th, 2010, 8:17am CST by chas84

Hi everyone,

So my 6-ft tank has been cycling for a couple of weeks now, and everything seems to be going ok. However, I would like to add diversity to the in-tank DSB.

Would appreciate if fellow reefers (preferably in the Centurion, Pretoria or Midrand area) can share a cup or so of sand from your healthy and established setup.

Please send me a PM with details where and when I can collect.

RED SEA MAX 250 complete: Sandton

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 7:38am CST by MikeR

[/IMG]Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

RED SEA MAX 250 complete

Location:

Sandton

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

RED SEA MAX 250 complete system for sale , including cabinet and test kit.

At the moment system running with araginite sugar fine +- 20kg and about 28kg of live rock.

Also has 2 clowns, cleaner wrasse, pyjama tang , 2 snails , 2 crabs etc.

Forced sale as wifey is pregnant.

Asking R17,000 for the lot

Notes:

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my Kingi (king of the tank)

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 10:58pm CST by Yuri

ask away:P

Flagtails

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 10:47pm CST by magman

I was getting some water today, and remebered a friend telling me of the flagtails he has in his pooll. I also actually going to add some goldies for my QT/holding tank (will soon be my fly tank), I am sure they would help new fish settle in and encourage them to eat, basically calm and settle them. they also help cause if you feed several times a day they help take up the excess food etc.

What worried me though, if you have to add meds etc, or run hypo for new fish, then goldies maybe wont be strong enough. While the garden boy was getting me about 600l's of water I was diving and checking pools, so anyway I saw the flagtails and caught 5. I put them in the tank, and they were eating withinn 5 minutes, they really eat with vigour, they tough as nails, and they shoal in a very tight ball, tighter than chromis, and they look much nicer than chromis. It's just that they look like guppies, so I will never put them in my DT. But awesome liitle fish, does anyone else have them and what's their experience with them

If you have a Canon you have to join this forum.

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 10:24pm CST by Singularity

This is great photography forum, features all the canon products and hundreds/thousands of shots with each lens/camera in the canon range.

Canon Digital Photography Forums - Powered by vBulletin

Pink / Purple Zoa for sale: East Rand _ Gauteng

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 9:03pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Single Coral for saleCommon Name:

Pink / Purple Zoa

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

40+ polyps on a 70mm diam LR

How long have you had the coral?

6months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collecting / shipping on buyers cost

Your location.

East Rand _ Gauteng

Price:

R350

Photo's:

Yes Gents... R350... This is my absolute PRIDE AND JOY!!! If I do not sell this coral it would not bother me, so if you are not willing to pay the price, then I keep it... ;) Absolute stunner!!! It hurts me to do this - but I will get more!!! :P

Under more Actinic Light:

Under Whiter / Brighter light:

Notes:

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Zoanthids for sale: East Rand _ Gauteng

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 9:00pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Single Coral for saleCommon Name:

Zoanthids

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

Aprox 50mm diam (20-30polyps)

How long have you had the coral?

6months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collecting / shipping on buyers cost

Your location.

East Rand _ Gauteng

Price:

R120

Photo's:

**Please note this photo was taken a few weeks back. The red ring inside the zoa has disappeared from a few polyps. Not sure why... :P

Notes:

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x 2 GSP (Green Star Polyps) frag for sale: East Rand _ Gauteng

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 8:58pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Single frag for saleCommon Name:

x 2 GSP (Green Star Polyps)

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

Aprox R5 coin size

How long have you had the coral?

2weeks

Shipping or Collection only:

Collecting / Shipping on buyers expense

Your location.

East Rand _ Gauteng

Price:

R50 each

Photo's:

Not attached to LR, but has full polyp extension. Base is nice and thick so would be easy to attach to LR. Color not fully gained yet, but will color up easily. ;)

Notes:

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Star Polyps (Brown with white mouth) frag for sale: East Rand _ Gauteng

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 8:56pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Single frag for saleCommon Name:

Star Polyps (Brown with white mouth)

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

Strip is about 80mm x 30mm

How long have you had the coral?

2weeks

Shipping or Collection only:

Collecting / Shipping on buyers expense

Your location.

East Rand _ Gauteng

Price:

R70

Photo's:

A frag I got from another reefer. I just think I might not have space for it...:P It is not attached, just the matt, but full polyp extension and growth as you will see from the photo.

Notes:

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Red Mushrooms (x3) for sale: East Rand _ Gauteng

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 8:53pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Single Coral for saleCommon Name:

Red Mushrooms (x3)

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

Aprox R2 - R5 coin size (3 off)

How long have you had the coral?

7months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collecting / shipping on buyers cost

Your location.

East Rand _ Gauteng

Price:

R150

Photo's:

Three Red Mushrooms on a single piece of LR. There is a fourth baby on the rock too, but still quite small... ;)

Notes:

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Ricordia for sale: East Rand _ Gauteng

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 8:51pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Single Coral for saleCommon Name:

Ricordia

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

400-500mm diam

How long have you had the coral?

4months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collecting / shipping on buyers cost

Your location.

East Rand _ Gauteng

Price:

R150

Photo's:

This Ric is on quite a large piece of LR, that will accompany the Ric. LR is aprox 120mm x 100mm big...

Notes:

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Metallic Green Leather Coral for sale: East Rand _ Gauteng

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 8:49pm CST by Jaco Schoeman

Single Coral for saleCommon Name:

Metallic Green Leather Coral

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

100mm diameter

How long have you had the coral?

4months

Shipping or Collection only:

Collecting / shipping on buyers cost

Your location.

East Rand _ Gauteng

Price:

R200

Photo's:

Another baby ready to go... Fragged from the mother colony a few months back. Healthy and growing. Very nice metallic green, and it is attached to a smallish piece of LR.

Notes:

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or water standing

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 6:50pm CST by ashley100

I always keep 50L of or water i keep the water at the back of my tank i got air pump to pump air in the water is this necessary i just do it to keep movement in the water

sorry if its a dumb question

Latest reef central TOTM

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 4:49pm CST by gaboon

FFS, I wish I had a basement.

http://reefkeeping.com/joomla/index....k-of-the-month

Is this a PEST?

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 4:11pm CST by Oppies

Please help id this for me. I just added live rock to my system and have a lot of this life on one of the rocks if they a pest how do I get rid of them?

Thanks

Sharks

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 2:08pm CST by Nemos Janitor

I did my first shark dive a Few weeks ago. Pooped myself at first, but the hour with them was very exciting. I will upload some of the PIC's ADVdiver took a little later but here is a vid snippet of some of the Bronzies and black tips. We also saw two hammerheads but to far away to video or take a pic. The vis was a little murky but Enjoy.

YouTube - DSCF0772.AVI

YouTube - DSCF0772.AVI

Can I get fish yet?

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 9:58am CST by matt_rodgers

Hi everyone

I just wanted some opinions as to whether my tank is ready for fish yet.

I bought the tank (300 litres) about month ago with live sand and DSB, it had been running for about 5 months then.

Since I have had it it has been cycling with live rock for 4 weeks. There was a huge brown algae bloom a couple weeks ago which is finally starting to go away now slowly.

The parameters are:

NO3 - 10
NO2 - 0
Ca - 500
KH - 6
pH - 8.2

I want to start with a couple clowns and a peppermint shrimp, would it be alright to get these now?

Any advice would be appreciated! :)

Thanks!

anti whaling protest 5 nov 2010(my daughter!)

Posted: November 7th, 2010, 9:28am CST by mandarinman

there are only three hundred northern right whales left before extinction yet japan keep on killing them' for research' . my sixteen year old daughter heard about a protest outside the japanese consulate from a friend. she painted a poster and went of to protest. 75 protesters taking on japan! im proud to say my daughter is one of them and ashamed to say i didnt go. please look at clip to encourage protesters.http://m.youtube.com/watch?client=mv...rE2_zq1A&gl=ZA

Display tank for sale R6000 Stellenbosch

Posted: November 6th, 2010, 9:48pm CDT by EJAY

Hi I have a round glass (12mm glass) 500l tank for sale. R6000

Anemone advice

Posted: November 6th, 2010, 7:54pm CDT by nepellew

Hi guys just a question what is this pure white anemone in this vid think it really looks stunning
[www.youtube.com]
thanks ..:slayer:

Clowns laying eggs now

Posted: November 6th, 2010, 2:22pm CDT by deadmeat2016

My clowns are laying eggs, now to raise baby clownfish. Looking desperately for rotifers and phytoplankton if anyone has any? I would give you my kidney for a culture!!

MASA Specials @ ReefLife

Posted: November 6th, 2010, 10:39am CDT by ReefLife

Hi Guys,

Thought I would have a special this weekend for MASA members, if you come in simply tell us "I saw you guys on MASA" to get your special :yeahdude:

This weekends special is buy any 2 fish and get 10% off, or buy any fish and any coral and get 10% off :thumbup:

Cheers,
Neil

How much can a TS2 handle?

Posted: November 6th, 2010, 9:28am CDT by Rocky

Hi all,
How big a tank can a TS2 handle?? (volume)
Thanks!

Reflector sheets and T5 fittings/ T5 fittings complete. Where can i get them from?

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 1:26am CDT by ZaxXx

Reflector sheets and T5 fittings or T5 fittings complete that just require the bulbs. Where can i get them from?

Humans

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 4:36pm CDT by sean_koekemoer

I remember some years ago we had a discussion on this here forum about Global warming, and some said it is a farce. Rory....lol

Check this out:

The greatest Amazon River disaster in history | Blog | Practical Fishkeeping

Black Silicone

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 1:49pm CDT by Pads

Just a quick heads up guys, I just got off the phone with Den Braven Johannesburg
and they no longer stock the Black Aquaria Silicone :(
Only Clear available from them.

Hi everyone

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 1:38pm CDT by Micheal Clark

Hi everyone , this is reehan . I am professionally a programmer. I find forum discussion, a very interesting stuff to do. I used to hang out with these forums during my spare time. Many topics have got a healthy discussion over here. I think it would be most enjoyable while doing discussions in this forums.And pleased to meet all the other members of this site.
Wish you a wonderful day to all other members in this site.Kindle Wireless Reading Device

Carbon Reactor

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 1:04pm CDT by Quintonv

Hi Guys

I'm looking for one of these could anybody help?

Cheers
Quinton

3x250w metal halide,single ended for sale: sandton,morningside

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 12:53pm CDT by dropzone newbee

Hardware for saleThread title:

3x250w metal halide,single ended

Location:

sandton,morningside

Shipping or Collection only:

collection only

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

3x 250w metal halide pendants + ballasts+ reeftech 14 k bulb
+- 12 months old
R2300.00 each (inclusive of bulb ) negotiable

Notes:

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Lunar Wrasse for sale: JHB,,, Brixton

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 12:23pm CDT by Angamia

Fish for saleCommon Name:

Lunar Wrasse

Scientific Name:

Lunar Wrasse

Size of fish

10 to 13 cm

How long have you had the fish?

4 months

Is the fish eating?

Everything besides coral

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Your location.

JHB,,, Brixton

Price:

R150.0

Photo's:

Notes:

This guys was to quick so no decent pics and from Cam phone ,,
Reason For selling ,, he is troubling my Fire Goby,,

Starting a tank

Posted: November 5th, 2010, 9:45am CDT by Yvonne

Hi :),
I just got a tank to start a reef type tank. It holds about 300 L. How much liverock should it have? I worked out it needs 20kg but not sure if it's right. Could I then put 10kg of liverock in and 10 kg of bio rock? Because I saw that liverock is quite expensive.
After I put the rock in should I put corals or fish in first and how long should I wait to put fish or corals if I use biorock with liverock?

Dremel

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 5:08pm CDT by Slims

anyone know what a Dremel 300 would cost.

Reef Architect/Artist

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 5:01pm CDT by Marlin Fischer

Something quite cool and interesting. Not sure if someone has posted about this yet?

Check out this link.

Underwater Sculpture by Jason deCaires Taylor

Silicone turning blue

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 4:20pm CDT by Slims

Can anyone tell me why the silicone in my sump is turning blue?
should i be concerned?

simple yet stunning

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 4:05pm CDT by leslie hempel

check this gem of a tank out, i love the space and the blue background :)

Dave's Reefer's Lounge - Page 13 - UltimateReef.com

Photo Competition - Nov 2010

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 3:50pm CDT by viper357

Hi all, we're looking for those great photo's of yours.

There is no theme, as long as your photo is from a marine aquarium it will be accepted. All photo's to be posted in this thread. :)

There will be 3 winners chosen each month. :thumbup:

The rules:

Each member may only submit 3 photo's each month
All photo's must be your own
You must keep the original full sized photo to be emailed to us if you win
NO date/time stamps on the photo's
You may make minor adjustments to your photo's using photoshop or other editing software, as long as the photo still looks natural

As an added bonus we would like to thank Henk Hugo from Peckoltia Enterprises - Importers of Omega™One in South Africa who has very generously offered up a prize for each winner. Prizes will consist of Omega One fish food and/or some of the Microbelift products.

This competition will close at midnight 30 November 2010. Good luck. :)

Photo comp voting Oct 2010

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 3:44pm CDT by viper357

Please cast your votes for your 3 favourite photo's, thank you.

Photo 1

Photo 2

Photo 3

Photo 4

Photo 5

Photo 6

Photo 7

Photo 8

Photo 9

Hello Everyone

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 3:40pm CDT by Tarka

Hi. I'm new to MASA and reefkeeping in general. I own a Red Sea Max 130D which has been running for 6 weeks now. I've introduced a clean up crew, as the water parameters are fine. The 4 coral pieces inside are fine...mostly...the Toadstool pincussion is busy shedding.

I aim to keep

2 X ocellaris
1 X royal gramma
1 X Blennie
1 X Goby

Stock is low as It's only a nano

Sound equipment

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 3:09pm CDT by Louis Scheepers

Location: Villieria, Pretoria
Collection only, since its to big to ship...

I am selling the following sound equipment:

Behringer 24 channel mixer, with effects unit:

Europower 2500watt amplifier:

2x Fane 15inch speakers, with leather covers:

Includes 3 Behringer microphones, speaker stands.
All is basically brand new, and in perfect condition.
Ideal for any sound needs, eg. churches, bands, bars, karaoke, etc.
R 13000 for everything! :yeahdude:

4ft Aquarium and light unit: Villieria, Pretoria

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 2:59pm CDT by Louis Scheepers

Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:

4ft Aquarium and light unit

Location:

Villieria, Pretoria

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Tank: 120(l)x45(w)x65(h) with small sump and cabinet. R 1800

Light unit: 39watt T5's x 4. R 1500

I'm selling since I'm busy with a 5 foot tank :thumbup:.

Notes:

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Whant to join ECMAA

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 2:56pm CDT by Hendry-John

Hi there!

Me and one of my friends want to join ECMAA. Can you please tel us what to do. We are from Stilbaai.

Regard
John

Algea problem

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 2:34pm CDT by Hendry-John

Hi Hennie

Could you please give me some advise on algea. I have a 2.1m Aquarium for about 7months running with corals and moorish idols.About 2 weeks ago I've gange my powerglo and marine glo lights to halide lights for better light for my coral and now my hole aquarium is full of brown algea. Is this normal?

Gegards
John Stilbaai

Deni balls for nitrate reactor

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 1:50pm CDT by Muraad

Hi Guys

I'm looking for Deni balls for my nitrate reactor.

Thanks

Newbie bfn

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 1:07pm CDT by VINCENT

So here is the pic's of my Tank--Wil start with the plumbing for the sump tank and return this
WEEEEEkend :peroni:

(I HOPE THIS WORK TO UPLOAD THE PIC'S --IF NOT SORRY NEW TO THIS --

PSE GO TO MY PHOTOS (2 OF THEM)

Changing glass panels

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 12:53pm CDT by brentv

Hey guys,
I have a tank I have to replace a back panel and side panel to make it an all around view.
I've organised some cutting cable and started cutting sillicone... Frikkin mission! do I use a razor blade then Meths to clean the residue left or have you guys got any other tricks??:whistling:

Choped Kenya Tree

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 12:22pm CDT by Tiger eye

Hi guys I wanted to find out: I receeved a smal kenya tree frag and placed it in my tank with super glue gel and the next day it was gone, I found it stuck in my power head choped to bits. My Q is wil those choped up pieces eventualy start groing again all over my tank or are they dead?:(

Thanks
Tiger eye

Wrasse ID and info

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 11:38am CDT by Jaco Schoeman

Hi Gents

I picked up these two tiny little pencil wrasse...

Can anyone give me their scientific name and eating habbits? They are eating on the LR, but they do not take other food yet. I just want to double check their dietery requirements.

Sorry for the bad photo, but without SLR shutterspeed it is VERY difficult to get a fish to "hold still"

I can just also mention that the eye of this wrasse is redish / orange and it has a single black dot on the tail fin.

Thanks!!! :thumbup:

Idol Marine's inovated natural wave maker

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 11:14am CDT by crispin

Idol Marine have always sought to be inovative leading edge and dynamic with their approach to marines, i was very impressed with the new wave maker they have in one of the holding tanks.

its not easy to capture on film and perhaps I'll go back and have another go as i never realy got a good pic, but here's the idea....

Aiptasia - my experiences

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 11:13am CDT by rakabos

Ok

So like most of us we all have to deal with these little buggers. Here is what ive tried and the results...

Method1 - Syringe with Tropic Marin ELIMI-AIPTAS
Physically injecting the anemones with this stuff worked about 60% or so of the time, with some needing 2 or 3 subsequent injections. Difficulty - High, the anemones retract very quickly and are hard to inject. Cost R150

Method2 - Electric zapper
Created by scubaninja and sold at a few shops online. You power up the unit and try and jab the anemone with the electric needle. It worked on some and not at all on other. Difficulty - High, the needle is quite thick and you cant reach the hard-to-get-to ones. Cost R300 or so

Method3 - Butterfly fish
They are hit and miss and will in all likelyhood nip your corals. I had no luck with this. Cost R200+

Method4 - Peppermint shrimps
Also hit and miss. I have had one for a long time and he didnt eat them. I then put two more in and have seen a decrease in aips in my tank. So i guess its a numbers game. Cost R150 or so

Method5 - Aiptasia X from Red Sea i think
For manual intervention so far this is the best in my opinion. You have a syringe again but u dont inject the anemone. It's more a case of feeding it. The syringe comes with two needle points, one is straight, one is bent at the tip for the hard-to-get-to ones. I have had 100% success with this. The aips just suck it up and a minute or two later they are gonnerz. Highly recommended solution. Cost R200

There are a few other products and methods such as joe's juice and lemon/vinegar/kalk injections. These i have not tried so cant comment. Feel free to add to my post...

Introducing Adriaan

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 11:10am CDT by crispin

i thought a few pics of 'Adriaan* would be a good way for people to get to know him.

Incase you werent sure, his names on the glass.....

Free R.O water

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 9:43am CDT by Perky pets superstore

Hi guys, weve just put in a waterboy R.O unit and were offering free R.O for this month ( November ) to our custimers.

Thanks
David
:wave2:

21 kg coral pro salt special

Posted: November 4th, 2010, 9:24am CDT by Perky pets superstore

We still have our coral pro salt on special :
21 kgs for R540.00.

4 left.

Thanks
David
:wave2:

Reflectors wanted

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 11:43pm CDT by wildbunny

Hi
I want 1.2meter reflectors looking for 8.:wave2:

zoas, interesting colour change

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 9:01pm CDT by mandarinman

i bought some a grade zoas ten months ago and fragged them and left them in my frag cum mandarin tank. i feed fresh brine shrimp daily and have dosed an amino supplement once a week for two weeks and look what some of my frags turned into! ps the elegance and starfish are for colour reference. the question is, have they coloured up or lost photosynthetic bacteria ?

Chiller help

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 8:40pm CDT by kunzp0

Good evening,

I am a brand new user of a Red Sea Max 130D which i have been running for nearly 3 weeks. Luckily being in the pet industry i have received lots of help from a pro in a marine shop.

Unfortunatly the last week i have noticed my water temp rising to nearly 30 degrees and i was told to get a chiller.

Not being a cheap skate i couldn't afford the R7k monster they wanted to sell me and through on of my suppliers i bought a Boyu L200 which can look after tanks from 80L - 400L as i know for a fact that i will soon need to expand my tank to a bigger thank.

With that said.. the instructions are horrible and i want to know the following. Do i require some sort of pump to push and pull the water from the chiller or will the chiller have the capability to suck and spit by itself...

Need help please

Aqua Medic SL1000

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 8:21pm CDT by Afsal

Hey guys

I have an Aqua Medic SL 1000 skimmer and need the 2 knobs that are used to adjust the water level.

Thanks

Afsal

What is this?

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 8:19pm CDT by Q89

Hey all,

I was at the beach today and saw most of the rocks in the rock pools where covered in this pink purple stuff.

I have no idea what it is, does someone maybe know?

Thanx :thumbup:
D

Four T5s 39watt (2blue 2white - 20 000k) with dual ballist

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 6:33pm CDT by ZaxXx

Looking for four T5s 39watt (2blue 2white - 20 000k) with dual ballist at a good price please! for my cube

Newbie bfn

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 6:32pm CDT by VINCENT

Hi everyone I am new in this game and only started 3 weeks back --
I will try to post same pic's of my tank it is 1220mm x450x650(H) brand new ha ha
sump tank is 1200 x 330 x 350 leke big nice one hu--:slayer:

The Law and fish Collection in SA

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 5:00pm CDT by richardmatlock

The Law and fish Collection in SA
My reasons for starting this thread is to try to put to rest the legal implications of catching marine fish for your own private tanks, with a post-office permit, in SA.

2 points - SCUBA and Tank (not collecting) Permits.

Tank Permits - NOT collecting permits

... from the Marine Living Resources Act [No. 18 of 1998]

PART 2: LOCAL FISHING
Granting of rights
18. (1) No person shall undertake commercial fishing or subsistence fishing, engage
in mariculture or operate a fish processing establishment unless a right to undertake or
engage in such an activity or to operate such an establishment has been granted to such
a person by the Minister.

And
(xxxv) mariculture means the culture or husbandry of fish in sea water; (xxi)

SCUBA + fish collecting = NO-no

RECREATIONAL SCUBA DIVING PERMIT CONDITIONS
The holder of a recreational SCUBA diving permit shall:
(1) not remove, unduly disturb or harass any marine organism or habitat, including shells or substrate, marine mammals,
seabirds and fish.

from
South Africa National Parks - SANParks - Official Website - Accommodation, Activities, Prices, Reservations

We all know that the cops are WAAY to busy sleeping or chasing criminals to bother about us but still....

Siphon overflow box

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 4:52pm CDT by deadmeat2016

Hey all, I have to use a reeftek overflow box cus my tank aint drilled. Does anyone else use one? how do you stop it getting bubbles in the siphon?? going away for 2 weeks and would like to rest easy knowing it won't fail. Any ideas?

reef octopus

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 3:50pm CDT by Konrad

What is a decent second hand price for a reef octopus dnw150, the guy is charging me R1500, said he only used it twice, is that a good price?

Tank Update

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 3:18pm CDT by Zahed

Hi All

My tank 10 weeks on. I have decided to maitain stability so added a chiller and timer. Next auto top up and then should have major external environment factors under control.

My inhabs include 8 green chromis, 2 x clowns, 1 blue damsel, 1 x foxface, 1 x dotty back and 1 sand shifty goby. Cucs include 5 hermits, 2 x firecracker shrimps, 6 snails.

Your advise and next stocking suggestions appreciated

Tank Update

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 3:18pm CDT by Zahed

Bubble tips

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 2:05pm CDT by melissadelport

Hi there

I have two bubbles tips that are super shy in the sense that when I feed them they retract so the slightest touch. I really want them to grow and flourish... Does anyone have advice for me on caring for them :) :slayer:

smallest shark

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 1:15pm CDT by king squish

Hey all, was just wondering what is the smallest shark avilable.
Does anyone own a shark?

IMACSA weekend

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 12:26pm CDT by Sean H

Hi guysfor those of you that didn't join us for the Imacsa weekend, you really missed a most successful weekend with lots to learn.

The three guest speakers Anthony Calfo, and his two mates really put on a brilliant three days.

Not forgetting to mention the people that put it together.

Well done guys
Sean

Aiptasia Eating CBB wanted...

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 10:50am CDT by Jaco Schoeman

Hi guys...

I have a bit of a funny request...

I am looking for the services of an aiptasia eating CBB... I have this nice zoa that was a huge colony... Then, a few illegal aiptasia immegrants started squating around them... :(

The photo below is how the colony used to look - this colony has now been reduced to 15 polyps that are still opening on one end of the rock, and about 8 polyps on the other side of the rocks that aren't even opening.

Now, Joe's Juice is not an option, as they aiptasia is so close to the zoa's, that the zoa's will also consume the Joe's - that would kill them...

So, hence the request for a CBB...

Now we can do this in one of two ways:

1) I "lend" you the rock with the zoa's on, and let the CBB do it's worst... Once it is clean, I can have it back...

or

2) You can buy the rock with from me for R150, and once sorted out it is yours to keep...

I have many other zoa's and this colony is just a waste to be left dying like this...

Lemme know please!!!!

PS: The colony is in fact not this orange anymore, but a blood red colour - so it is healthy, but the aiptasia is getting the upperhand now...;)

DIY bulkhead

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 10:43am CDT by Tremayn

Bulkheads are rather expensive for some cheap pieces of pvc.. Read this ..
[www.cichlid-forum.com]

lol we all knew we could just make it.. If u made your own bulkhead please share your experiences ;)

striped bristletooth and domino damsel for sale: johannesburg eldoradopark

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 10:03am CDT by Zuna

Fish for saleCommon Name:

striped bristletooth and domino damsel

Scientific Name:

Ctenochaetus striatus

Size of fish

+- 15 to 20 cm

How long have you had the fish?

since i started about 1yr plus

Is the fish eating?

flake,pallets, norry and frozen foods

Shipping or Collection only:

collection might need a container as these guys are big

Your location.

johannesburg eldoradopark

Price:

swap or make me a offer

Photo's:

Notes:

I’m selling these guys because they terrorizing all my new fish i add.the dominos are twice the size as the pics might be even bigger than a oros juices lid. will swop for some coral frags

Local sand hermits

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 9:53am CDT by deadmeat2016

I recently aquired about 10 local hermits from strand and they are soooo cute! thriving in my sump and gave it a makeover in 3 days! Anyways, I was wondering if these guys are reef safe and if I am killing them by keeping them in my tank? they seem really happy :(

Gotcha !!!

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 9:47am CDT by AfricaOffroad

This crab and I have had a running battle for a few months now.
Spotted him as a very small specimen and watched him grow and grow!:whistling:

Tried numerous attempts to trap him, but it seemed my cleaner shrimps would always get to the bait first:nono:

One night I managed to grab him twice with my tongs, but only succeeded in pulling both his nippers off. At least that made him less dangerous for a while.

So last night after lights out, I spot him again. Looking visibly bigger and with his claws back. Put my pest trap back in the tank, baited with calamari. Must have been right place, right time and he was hungry, within minutes he was heading that way, into the trap frantically trying to get at the bait in the holder (see first pic).

Out he came, much to my relief. Have not knowingly lost a fish to him, but given his size, it was just a matter of time. In fact, the other night something seriously damaged my small local clam, i have a strong suspicion it was this critter.

mike mike mike is now taking care of him !

sterilizing tank prior to start up

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 9:00am CDT by hypn

Quick question -
Some of my marine tanks, equipment etc. that I had in storage was exposed to Doom "Room Fogger". I would like to use these items again but I am not sure what would be the best method of cleaning prior to use.

Is there a excepted norm when disinfecting and cleaning equipment before use. Appreciate any help

Andre

Go to first unread option

Posted: November 3rd, 2010, 8:19am CDT by herkie

How can you go to the first post you have not read when opening a thread? I do not have the option to go to the first unread post in all threads.

Cleaner Fish Reduce Aggression in Captive Aquaria

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 12:10am CDT by MistaOrange

Check this interesting article: Cleaner fish calms predators with caresses - environment - 04 July 2008 - New Scientist

New Therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Reef Disorder

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 12:03am CDT by MistaOrange

Are you obsessive about your reef tank? So is Derek Rodner. Check out his blog, [www.reefdisorder.com]. Derek is a web-wizard and has one of the best looking blogs I have seen. He is an accomplished aquarist, has successfully spawned and reared clownfish and is the webmaster for the Delaware Valley Reef Club. As you read his blog posts, youll learn about Dereks reef tanks, his experiences in the hobby, and the quirky little things that obsessed reefers notice. Oh yeah, and dont forget to check out the pictures of the baby clownfish. Reefdisorder.com is the only known therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Reef Disorderthere is no cureyou can only hope to control the symptoms.[www.reefdisorder.com]

newbie

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 9:17pm CDT by xtreme wife

Hi everyone
New on here, hubby is here too(xtreme). He finally got me over to the dark side...lol:thumbup:

I have a 128L tank and seeing as he got me to join here, I will make him put up pics of the tank a little later:razz:

Need Chiller

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 8:07pm CDT by lu cherry

Hi All

I am on the lookout for a chiller. My friend managed to get a 2nd hand for for R3600 the other day and I missed out on one for R3500. If anyone can help i would really appreciate it.

Thanks :thumbup:

Lionfish

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 7:54pm CDT by FransSny

Anyone have an unwanted Lionfish ? I need a rather large one or it will be harrased by my clients other one

GSP problem ?

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 5:20pm CDT by Lycan

Hi Guys

I have a Green star polyp colony that doesnt seem to be all that healthy.
I bought it from LFS and it wasbasicaly a purple mat with some polyps.
That was about a month ago.. it still looks like it should have more polyps.
I see other guys pics and it looks like a beautiful waving bed of grass ) closest i can compare :))
Is my colony just still young or should I be concerned ?

Carbon Techincal information rating.

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 4:35pm CDT by Perky pets superstore

Hi Guys.

Im wanting to bring in Coal based activated carbon, for fresh and marine use.
Does anyone know what good carbons specs are ?
This is what i want to bring in:

Coal based activated carbon:
Iodine value-------------800 - 900
Specific area------------>900m2/g
Ash content-------------< 10 %
Filling density------------0.49 - 0.55g/cm3
Hole capacity------------0.49 - 0.59g/cm3
Hardness---------------->90%
Moisture ----------------<10%
P.h----------------------5-7
Phosphate---------------<0.1%

If anyone knows how to put all this info together and let me know, ill be greatfull.

Many thanks
David
:wave2:

Urgent help needed big whit spots on pourple tang

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 4:25pm CDT by edyta2382

:(helo i bought some fish two month ago i was thinking they have whit spots so i treat the fish with hyposolinity in qt tank now the regal tang has cleared but the pourple tang got big whit spots on him all over this spots are much bigger than the ick he is acting normal can anyone tell what this is should i bring the sal to normal and use med ,please help

Min time for a tank cycle

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 3:36pm CDT by flamming angel

Hi All

I have recently been busy building a new tank. Now my questions are :

1. What should i use to clean the tank for all excess silicone smell etc to be removed so that it is ready for cycling.

2. How long should the tank cycle before additions.

Should i clean it using RO?

Thanks

UV Lights

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 3:29pm CDT by Slims

hi All

Can anyone tell me if this light will be safe to use on a reef tank to bring out the flourescent colours of coral - UV Blacklight?

My First Marine Tank

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 3:08pm CDT by Nova

Hi

I have been working on setting up my first marine tank I have been running a 1.5m malawi tank for around 10 years and have always wanted a marine tank

I ordered a 1000 x 600 x 600H(+/- 300L) with sump(100L) tank, it will only be ready in about 2 weeks but I would like to make sure I have all I need for the initial setup

I would like to set up a reef tank(one day) I'm looking at around 6/8 fish, correls and inverts, I am mainly interested in keeping shrimps

I just have a couple of questions

After alloooot of reading I found I can have playsand and no aragonite in my dt and dsb?

For the top ups would I use RO water?
Water changes would I then mix salt with RO?

As far as I understand I need the following

Skimmer
Saltwater Heaters
Return pump

Powerheads(when I start to stock the tank)

Lights ( Ive been looking at 2 lights (600mm long) which holds 4 T5 tubes)
Do I need a moonlight?

Is it necassary to have "dead"/stock rock with live rock?

Salt

Test kits and supplements for whatever i have in the tank

Please let me know if I'm missing something i don't know if I need any reactors etc.

Any advice for initial setup would be greatly appriciated
Thanks

New beginnings

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 12:49pm CDT by mookz

Hi Guys

I am moving in the next month or so.
This has now given me a chance to have a new tank built and start fresh, without all the previous mistakes I have maid.

I am having a 1000mm x 1000mm x 500mm tank built, out of 12 mm glass,
rimless with a skinny overflow and dual returns in-line with the overflow.

The will be setting up the tank at my new place to start cycling so that by the time I move in all will be peachy!
I will using NSW in this tank and Mix for emergencies top-ups.
This is going to be a moray eel lagoon, and possibly have a school of Humbugs or Yellow tail Damsels.
Corals are going to be mostly Shroomz and Polyps.
I will also possibly have a island for crustaceans to escape the Morays.
I have the following equipment for the tank.

1x Susun 5000lph
1x Sunsun 12000lph
1x 300w heater
AquaStarlight 2x 250 MH de @ 20 000K
4x 39w T5 unit with moonlights
Reef Octox 200 external with Sicca 2500
Boyu skimmer with OTP2000 pump

I realise I do not have enough flow and will remedy this ASAP!

Could anyone suggest a cheap uplift pump, my overflow pipe is going to be 50mm at the base of the skinny overflow, and the returns will be 50mm each.

Various corals for sale: DURBAN

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 11:41am CDT by JAM

Various corals for saleCommon Names:

BLUE AND PURPLE MUSHROOM AND TREE

Scientific Names:

-

Size of coral

VARIOUS SIZES

How long have you had the corals?

+- 4 YEARS

Shipping or Collection only:

COLLETION/SHIPPING AT BUYERS EXPENSE AND ORGINAZATION

Your location.

DURBAN

Price:

SEE BELOW

Photo's:

Hi Guys...

Selling some of my shooms as you can see i have way to many, i have got a R5 coin for scale, but for eg. B,E and J are about tennis ball size:

A - live rock and tree @ R 100.00
B - live rock with +- 8 ears @ R 250.00
C - live rock with +- 3 ears @ R 100.00
D - live rock with +- 7 ears @ R 200.00
E - live rock with +- 9 ears and Tree @ R 300.00
F - live rock with +- 5 ears @ R 100.00
G - live rock with tree @ R 100.00
H - live rock with +- 10 ears @ R 200.00
I - live rock with +- 8 ears @ R 200.00
J - live rock with +- 6 ears @ R 250.00

Notes:

-

Attached Files

	Pic 1a.pdf (1.87 MB)
	Pic 2a.pdf (1.75 MB)

Liverock for sale: stellenbosch

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 9:40am CDT by Franske

All other livestockCommon Name:

Liverock

Scientific Name:

-

Size

+- 8kg

How long have you had it?

3 years

Shipping or Collection only:

collection preferbely

Your location.

stellenbosch

Price:

R500

Photo's:

Notes:

URGENT sale please this needs to be gone after this weekend,this is really good quality liverock,it has also got some zoas and green polyps on it,the rock is also sold seperatly for R50 a kilo,real bargain,very mature and lots of coraline and critters

Wanted: Branching Hammer Coral

Posted: November 2nd, 2010, 8:14am CDT by highlander

Heya :wave2:

Does anyone have a frag of branching hammer coral that they are willing to sell?

In JHB area...

Phosphate Reactor for sale: Edenvale

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 9:13pm CDT by Manic

Hardware for saleThread title:

Phosphate Reactor

Location:

Edenvale

Shipping or Collection only:

Both

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Hey everyone,

I have a phosphate reactor for sale on the auction forum. Please have a look.

Marine Aquariums of South Africa

Notes:

-

skimmer info

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 9:11pm CDT by Konrad

At the moment ive got the boyu dg2516 skimmer and want to upgrade, have looked at different models and decided to go for the Red Sea Berlin XL skimmer, is their anyone who have experiance using this skimmer?

Looking for a protein Skimmer in JHB

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 8:25pm CDT by Tremayn

hey guys, im looking for an Orca 135 or an equivalent in JHB

good source for 40L tanks

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 8:01pm CDT by hypn

Hi Guys,

I need 5 X 40L tanks,

None of the tanks need any filtration - will be using Sponge filters for filtration and heaps of water changes.

Any source of reasonably priced Nano's available - price, rather than heaps of added cheap filtration devices etc is of importance. Anybody on the forum that can build tanks ?

Any help would be appreciated, if any of the sponsors could help, please let me know and I will pop in to see what you have available.

Thanks

Andre

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hi

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 6:58pm CDT by IMarine

Hi guys what about adding atb skimmers to the range,as mine is here but not cleared out of customs as yet,i will post pics as i install it and pics of my new system

Auction Section: New Addition to Forum

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 6:07pm CDT by Manic

Hey everyone,

Just incase you haven't noticed yet, there is a new way to sell and buy stuff on the forum by using auctions. These auctions can be accessed on any page on the forums by clicking on the vBay button on the top of the screen. Here's a pic of what it looks like:

New tank set up

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 4:12pm CDT by AQUA-NATORE

HI Guys and Gals,

I am new to this hobby but not new to fish tanks,

My set up is as follows, starting small so i can keep it under control!

I have a Jebo R760 half moon tank! I have modified to filtration system to fit the Boyu skimmer, i also have a Sunsun JVP 101 wave make and a buyo powerhead for extra water movement. The Jebo tank came with its own filtration system system which works perfectly!

At the moment everything is setup and has been running for just over a week now! I have 5 - 6km of live rock, halk being Kenyan and the other being Fiji! The rocks have new things on them ever day and i have found 3 tiny crabs hiding in the rocks! 2 black ones with red eyes(not hairy) and a white one. How do i get these little buggars out rather than staying in their homes? :P

Im rather concerned about the lighting as the lid came with 2x T5 8W bulbs, which i have changed the one to a UV black light for the coral! Any ideas on changing to stronger bulbs and which ones to fit?

All comments welcome, need all the advice i can get!

FINALLY, a CBB that eats aiptasia.... BUT

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 4:01pm CDT by jaybeepee

Hi All,

HELP. I finally have managed to get a CBB that eats AND eats aiptasia BUT my yellow tang is giving him a hard time. I've tried moving the rocks around but to no avail. Will this behaviour get better over time?

Cheers
Jason

Chaline Coral for sale: East London

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 3:06pm CDT by Slummies

Single Coral for saleCommon Name:

Chaline Coral

Scientific Name:

-

Size of coral

8cm around

How long have you had the coral?

1 month

Shipping or Collection only:

both

Your location.

East London

Price:

Auction-

Photo's:

pls check my auction for 1x chalice coral!!

Notes:

-

fungia plate coral

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 1:54pm CDT by paul bloem

Hey guys

I just want to know, why does my fungia close up almost completjy during the day and during night it fills its self up with so much fluid that it looks rond?
Water parameters are fine.
4X54w t5
And had fore almost a month now and it only started a week ago.
Tank: 1.2 X 45 X 45

Can it be that the hermits are irritating it?

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Refractometer for sale for sale: Cape Town

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 12:23pm CDT by FransSny

Hardware for saleThread title:

Refractometer for sale

Location:

Cape Town

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection / Shipping at owners expense

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Refractometer for sale (for some strange reason I have 2)

R 500

Notes:

-

Urgent help needed Black Spots on Clown Fish

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 12:22pm CDT by llewellyn

Hi guys. Over the weekend I noticed black spots on my Clownfish. I found this info when I googled it. Please can I have further info on treating this problem? Thanks
Black Spot or Tang Disease - Black Ich Diagnosis and Treatment

Conzumel Reef video - Carribean - mexico

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 12:09pm CDT by durleo

Scuba diving Cozumel, Mexico HD on Vimeo

1200 gallon reef at 9000 feet

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 11:55am CDT by durleo

How cool is this tank?

YouTube - 1200 gallon reef at 9000 feet

YouTube - 1200 gallon reef at 9000 feet

http://ReefBuilders.com is the source for all your reef aquarium news.
This is a video of Stephen Hurlock's 1200 gallon reef aquarium about 2 months after setup. The new tank is 10' long by 5' wide by 3' tall. This is an upgrade of the previous 600 gallon reef which was in it's place. Much of the livestock is from that previous tank as well as harvested from the local Denver CO reef aquarium community. The water is circulated within the aquarium exclusively with 8 Vortech pumps, with only four on at one time working to spin the entire water mass in a gyre-like motion. The vortechs are placed inside a custom designed dry cavity next to the overflow box. There is over 5000 watts of lights, mostly halides with a few VHO actinics.

Reeftec TS2 Protein Skimmer for sale: Randburg

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 11:49am CDT by PostersPlus

Hardware for saleThread title:

Reeftec TS2 Protein Skimmer

Location:

Randburg

Shipping or Collection only:

Collection or Shipping at buyers cost

Photo's and description/list of items for sale:

Notes:

Skimmer is stock standard and has only been running for approx 3 months.

Price = R1,200.00

Power Outage R\East Lansdowne

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 10:49am CDT by Riddi

Hi all
Anyone in theses areas also affected by the power outage caused by HT cable failure.

Been out since 6 am

Getting some battery powered air-pumps and a UPS now to heat and provide some water movement.

Coral safe fish

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 10:08am CDT by Ash

Hi all. What would be a good coral safe grouper to keep in your display tank?

fluidizing Purigen

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 9:44am CDT by ziyaadb

any1 here fluidized purigen? Bad idea or good idea? I have it fluidised in a waterboy 2 in 1 so its tumbling softly any chance of it grinding away or will be work better?

Coral Auction

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 9:43am CDT by Manic

Hey everyone,

So I was just thinking, I always see corals for sale and always seem to miss the sale. I was wondering how a coral auction will go down. Lets say I start a sale of a coral at R200 and then everyone can bid on the coral at say R20 increments, the person with the highest bid after 48 hours gets the coral.

Egg Crate

Posted: November 1st, 2010, 9:03am CDT by Angamia

Good Day

Anyone selling unwanted egg crate in the JHB area

Thanks

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