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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 10:19pm CDT by Len
Hi
Got blue Anthelia (I hope), can anyone confirm or suggest the correct ID? Also, is there any way/use to have the specific specie identified?
Got them as I believe that they are less toxic and more controllable than Xenia (aka E.H Borneman), but have found some online comments to the contrary now. Any views?
The blue is very much in the eye of the beholder as it shifts form pinkish hue to a blueish hue, although the columns is blue-purple.
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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 8:08pm CDT by Dorrey
I am looking for some turbo snails and Blue Legged Hermit crab.
Please PM me if you have any u want to get rid of.
Thanks
:)
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Hi guys I wanted to findout hou menny fish I can put inmy tank.
Tank specs: 900X300X450 DT
Sump: 900X300X450 With a TS 1 Skimmer, a Algae skruber, Liverock with a good amount of Cluster Dusters on, a 300W heater, DSB, Phosphate reactor, 2000l/h return pump.
Life stock: 3 Chromas
3 Anthias
1 Diamond goby
1 Scooter blenny
1 Boxer shrimp
1 Fire shrimp
I would like to ad 2 more Scunk Clowns.
What is your opinions?
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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 6:30pm CDT by Fredo
Aptasia-X on clam mantle
Hi y'all, just squirted a small amount of aptasia X on my clams mantle, tried to get d aptasia next to, that piece of mantle contracted and clam is closed, did i just made a booboo or is Ap-X really THAT reef safe, what should i do
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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 4:19pm CDT by David54
I am not sure of what questions are acceptible in terms of vendors. I have read your member introduction but would a question like "which are the best vendors in the CT southern suburbs ?" be appropriate?
I have dealt with a few vendors but would be reluctant to post anything untoward as 1) they might recognise me and that would make life difficult in future dealings; and
2) I'm not sure if that is permitted under your regulations.
Anyway, enough of the legalese. Here's a question for you.
Is anyone aware of problems in having false and true Percula Clowns together. When I initially set up the tank, amongst others I had one false and one true Percula. They got on fine together but when some months later I added 2 more True Clowns I found that I had started "gang warfare". The original True "bonded" with the 2 new Trues and ostracised the poor false. This to the extent that if he sticks his head out from under his refuge he gets chased and gets his fins nipped. The Damsels and Tang have also started to get in on the act. The only creature he seems comfortable with is the Cowrie but I am sure he's going to join in real soon!!;)
I have to feed the fish very slowly so as to give the false a chance to get some tucker whilst the others are busy pigging out.
I am seriously thinking of getting a small, self contained aquarium for him and a few friendly falsies.
Question 2. How do you sex fish?
Thanks in advance.
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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 4:14pm CDT by lIghty
Hi All
As some will now from the thread
Snow in Harrismith - Page 2 - Marine Aquariums of South Africa that there was a ship that drifted ashore during a storm last week.
Well my brother-in-Law has just flown past at low level and he has confirmed the ship is now spilling crude oil quite badly.......This is not good!
I really hope that the the spillage can be contained to minimize the impact, but he has already confirmed that some Dolphins and Turtles in the area appear to be effected.
:(
@
hermie, @
AfricaOffroad, can you see anything?
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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 4:12pm CDT by Colin
Want to know are purple andyellow tang compatible in the same tank?:confused1:
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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 2:25pm CDT by iced666
Hardware for saleThread title: galvanised stand
Location: midrand
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 1.5mx600mmx1m(height) 38mm galvanised stand built by exotics,never been used.R350.when purchasing this stand you will get 1 piece 12mm glass(1.5mx600mm) and about 1kg of seachem reef salt for free:thumbup:
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Posted: July 31st, 2011, 1:22pm CDT by mytank
So after reading all the threads on Prodibia I am doing some research. The product looks good but no matter where I look even on
www.prodibia.fr I can't find the dosing frequency. I know I need 12 vials but is that all at once, once a week etc?
Can anyone point me in the right direction please on the dosing frequency?
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Hi! Anyone in ctn willing to sell small acro frags (any colour)
Willing to collect tomo, please lemme know?
Parker
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 12:01am CDT by Kalypso
Hello btw. I just want to look around for a bit. Learn more and then decide on whether I'm ready for a marine tank.
K :)
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So,
I was gifted this really awesome little nano (the Aquaria 37l) by my bro-in-law. Problem is, he is in Durbs and I emigrated to Jhb and ended up getting the initial setup through the "phone a friend" method :lol:
I still require tons of assistance and any constructive criticism of my tank is appreciated.
Anyhoo, here is pics of my tank (apologies for the poor pic quality, only have a phone camera):
The tank getting accustomed to its new home on the kitchen counter:
Added some tap water to the tank (I kid, I kid! It is salt water, just checking to see if you guys are reading this) to get the pump running:
Setup my DSB (should I fill up that missing 1cm?):
My skimmer skimming:
Put in some Arag(insert rest of spelling here) and some live rock (about 4kgs of the Kenyan stuff):
After the tank settled you can see the rock (lights on):
Lights off:
Still need to do some aquascaping but that is a project for tomorrow :D
I want to know if there is anything else to add to the tank to help it cycle? Is there anything else that I should add to the "sump" at the back for now or is it fine at the moment?
Thanks in advance! :peroni:
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shiks
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 9:44pm CDT by Xereo
well i got myself a BR70 ..
Got the New Formular Np Pellets..
Now all i need to know is what pump must i buy?
Anyone have the same Reactor?
Let me know thanks so much
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 9:19pm CDT by Mrabkin
Hey guys,
I just got back from a long business trip to find my moon coral looking really sad. All my parameters seem to be fine and all my other LS is looking great.
He has been in this system for around 3 months without hitch, so this was a surprise.
My only thought is that he my be too high up in the tank and the 75w metal halide right above him may be too much.
Battling to upload pics from my tablet.... will post asap.
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 5:31pm CDT by 3chelon
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: RSM130D complete setup 2 weeks old
Location: CPT - Southern Suburbs
Shipping or Collection only: Collection Only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hi
I've decided to sell my tank setup reason being I decided the hobby is not really for me at the moment and the future expenses will be too much for me to maintain.
I live in Cape Town Southern Suburbs and am looking to sell the setup before Mid August
Here the total specs and everything that is included as the complete system
P.S. I am looking to sell the whole system with everything rather than seperately
RSM 130D complete tank with totem stand. (value R8500)
Live Rock 4kg of Blue Fiji, in great condition with no aiptasia or other unsightly things (Value R800)
TUNZE 9200 Nano Skimmer and Tunze extra Nano Filter Unit (cleaner 3165) (value over R1500)
Test Kits (barely used) Salifert PH, Alkalinity, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, (Red Sea Calcium Test Kit) (Value R650)
Supplements Tropic Marin KH buffer, Red Sea Calcium, Magnesium and Coral Buff)
Biodigest Nitryifying Bacteria Vials (Unused) (Value R245)
I'm throwing in buckets (4x20 litre buckets, and 2x 12-15 litre buckets) and extra things like net, the test kits that came with the red sea starter Kit, practically unused Ocean Nutrition flakes and pellets)
Total Value (Over R11000)
Asking Price - I'm asking for R7000 for everything.
Everything is practically Brand New as its all only been used for 2 weeks, so its in perfect condition with Box for Tank, all the boxes for all the components etc.
Daniel
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 5:04pm CDT by Seabass
1 July 2011. This will be my log of what happens when i frag my favorite rics. So I finally took the plunge, fraged my lumo green ric and a red/orange ric I traded for.
I had fraged a red ric/orange that I traded for a lumo green and a red Monti cap. This was done on the 28 June 2011. Cut this one into 4 pieces as I was very skeptical about fraging a ric, have had limited success with my red shrooms. So I checked how it was doing and to my pleasant surprise found 6 red/orange rics growing on 1 July 2011. This is what spurred me on to take the knife to my green ric on 1 July 2011.
Pics of my frag tools and other bits and pieces required.
Have had the lumo green ric in my tank for about 4 months and got impatient as it was not splitting. It was about 4 cm in diameter before the cutting started.
This is what it looked like in full glory (4 cm in diameter)
This is what it looks like after a introduction to mr scalpel from NipTuck (1/2 cm in diameter).
This is a brother of the red/orange ric in full glory.
I did a number of cuts, probably 15 pieces at least to the lumo green ric. Also just on a side note, not sure if the individual bubbles will develop. Had about 5 of these sitting separately on the cutting board and added them to the grow out tray. If they survive then rics are bullet proof.
The red one was then also cut up even further into another 10 pieces I guess.
Will be happy if some do survive. Hope all survive.
I placed the green ones on one side and the red ones on the other side, or at least I tried to. Pics, the green ones are easy to see, can see 10 of them from the best pic I took of the lumo green ones, but the red/orange I can only see 4 pieces. Please note that I realize the pics are not great, the frags are tiny, but heck if they end up like mum ric, then you will clearly be able to see.
Back in they go:
I also have a blue one, but this has only been in my tank for a month. It has attached nicely to a pice of rubble. If it is doing well in about 3 months time I will frag it.
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 4:50pm CDT by 3chelon
Hi all
I've decided to sell my tank setup reason being I decided the hobby is not really for me at the moment and the future expenses will be too much for me to maintain.
I live in Cape Town Southern Suburbs and am looking to sell the setup before Mid August
Here the total specs and everything that is included as the complete system
P.S. I am looking to sell the whole system with everything rather than seperately
RSM 130D complete tank with totem stand. (value R8500)
Live Rock 4kg of Blue Fiji, in great condition with no aiptasia or other unsightly things (Value R800)
TUNZE 9200 Nano Skimmer and Tunze extra Nano Filter Unit (cleaner 3165) (value over R1500)
Test Kits (barely used) Salifert PH, Alkalinity, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, (Red Sea Calcium Test Kit) (Value R650)
Supplements Tropic Marin KH buffer, Red Sea Calcium, Magnesium and Coral Buff)
Biodigest Nitryifying Bacteria Vials (Unused) (Value R245)
I'm throwing in buckets (4x20 litre buckets, and 2x 12-15 litre buckets) and extra things like net, the test kits that came with the red sea starter Kit, practically unused Ocean Nutrition flakes and pellets)
Total Value (Over R11000)
Asking Price - I'm asking for R7000 for everything.
Everything is practically Brand New as its all only been used for 2 weeks, so its in perfect condition with Box for Tank, all the boxes for all the components etc.
Pls private message me or post on this thread if anyone is interested.
Thanks
Daniel
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 3:34pm CDT by Dorrey
Hi,
I have noticed some brown algae growing in my tank and was wondering if it is time to add a cleaning crew?
My tank has been going for 4 weeks. I have 2 clown fish.
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 2:33pm CDT by kakarot
Hi guys,
I'm looking for a reasonably priced lightinh unit T5 4 x 54w unit - with or without
Tubes. I'm also looking for a return pump. If any 1 knows of anyone selling stuff,
Please pm me or post here. Thank you
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 12:30pm CDT by Munky82
I'd like to know if it's problematic to install a RO unit horizontally.
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 11:09am CDT by Naiema
Available@
sams Aquarium:Cleaner,Dancing , Boxer and fire Shrimps. Also in stock Regal& Yellow Tangs, Eels,Clowns, Damsels and Diamond back gobies. Ph 0217122534/0826368990:thumbup:
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Posted: July 30th, 2011, 10:16am CDT by zak
Found this guy in between some Chaeto on some recently acquired live rock..
This guy been in my tank for a while now, could be breeding as I see often see juveniles..
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To all Bothasig reefers on the 04/08/2011 there will be a interruption of electricity supply from 09:00-10:00 & 15:00-16:00.
Eskom is getting up to mischief again!!!!:eek:
I saw this flyer yesterday & not really pleased with this as we haven't received this notice in our letterbox yet but are laying in piles at our local friendly store in a corner by the cashier not many people look at.
Just thought I'd just give you guys a heads up!!!!;)
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 12:45am CDT by pXius
Feel free to list your worst fears in this hobby:
Mine:
1. When I wake up to find my pretty big longs spine urchin dug into a cave 50 times smaller than itself.
2. Power fails
3. Find some of our cat's toys in the sump (apparently my fish like catnip)
4. When night time comes and the urchin tries to get out of the cave. :eek:
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Hi
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 10:51pm CDT by Relborg
Has anyone had any experience or know anything about these skimmers now I know I need a decent skimmer but can buy one of these "needle wheel" skimmers rated 1200 L for R1000
Problem is I don't want to buy rubbish but the few posts on the web I can find on these are pretty good (mostly aussie sites)
Any advice?
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 10:18pm CDT by Tremayn
Hey guys.. I was reading an article about controlling aiptasia.. and came across this :
Brackish Water Fish:
Scats in the genus Scatophagidae are brackish water fish that will readily consume Aiptasia Anemones as part of a varied diet.
Spotted Scat Scatophagus argus are quite hardy and can be acclimated successfully to both fresh water and saltwater aquariums.
Has anyone tried this? Also, do they pick on corals? I need some aiptasia control!
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 9:46pm CDT by Fishman
Are porcelain crabs suitable tank mates for a tube anemone in a 30l nano. Or would they just be a crunchy snack?:whistling:
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 8:42pm CDT by pXius
So I have a barnacle living in one of my torch coral heads, that particular head has its tentacles extended, maybe not to their max but it does't seem to be too bothered...
Should I be worried? Can it cause harm in the long run?
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 7:23pm CDT by xtreme
Received my 16mm Chipboard today with 1mm pvc black edging on visible sides
Was precut and edge for me to my specs
DT 152cmL x 82cmW
Cabinet 152cmLx 86.7cmW and 73.2cmH
Plastic legs with height of 3cm
Using Black coated Rino board screws 4cmL
That is so far ,lol, now I will decide what to do further
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 7:12pm CDT by Paul B
After I installed LEDs on my tank I looked for other uses for these great, energy saving devices. I have been using them for various indication lights since they were invented but now they make them much more powerful and you can use them for general lighting. I am sure that in a few years, they will be the only lighting available for just about everything.
On my boat I have what in a car would be called courtesy lights. We use them on the boat when we anchor at night to light up the cabin area but I don't like leaving them on all night because of the drain on the battery.
I have begun replacing the incandescent lights with DIY LED bulbs.
This one pictures in the construction stage replaces the bulb on the workbench. It is the same size, puts out the same amount of light but uses 15 times less power so I can run it continousely with no fear of killing the battery.
They do sell some types of 12 volt LED bulbs but they are almost $30.00 and I have not seen this type, although it may be out there someplace. Besides I like building things. This one cost me $5.00. The completed model has no wires visable and it plugs into the same socket as the other "rea" bulb.
I love this stuff.
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Anyone know where i can catch a few hermits in durban:whistling:
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 5:53pm CDT by Sammy
Noticed this white discolouration that started about 3 days ago, I can see it getting bigger and bigger ?
Can anyone advise me what the best course of action is too take to avoid its doom ...
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 5:08pm CDT by Dane
Hi guys,
Anyone know the colour spectrum (in kelvin) of these globes?
I had one reef white and one reef blue and i've switched them both to blue for a few days to suppress some of the algae issues I'm having.
Yes, I know this is not the right way to deal with algae. Just don't have the time to do it properly so doing a bit of an experiment. Just want to check if they are very high K, or actinics. If they're actinics then I wont just run the blues.
D
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 5:02pm CDT by MerlinT
Hi Guys
Does anybody have a Neon Goby or know of a shop that has Neon Goby's for sale.
Thanks
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Single frag for saleCommon Name:Anchor Hammer Coral
Scientific Name:-
Size of coral12cm long by 7cm wide
How long have you had the coral?a month
Shipping or Collection only:collection only
Your location.East London
Price:Swap
Photo's:Hey Guys like the header says. I have an anchor hammer in my system at the moment which my brother bought. its a bit too big for his tank and does not fit well in mine lol. So he is wanting to trade this hammer (bottom left of the pic) for 4 heads of so of a normal branching hammer.
Unfortunately its an East London only trade, so if you are interested drop me a pm or leave a post with some pics shot
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Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:Skimz Ibox pico/nano
Location:East london
Shipping or Collection only:shipping or collection at buyers expense and risk
Photo's and description/list of items for sale:
Notes:as you can see it has guppies and danios in..
taking up space and my kids are terrorising the fish
it has a small pump which powers the filter which has sponges in and a LED light
practically new only had it approx 4 months or so..
i have some caribsea aragonite (enough to fill it 1 inch) that i will throw in..
sad to see it go but im parting with the clutter in my house..
R500...
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 12:29pm CDT by rakabos
So seeing as how one of the forum members opened the eyes of the sponsors to mini carpet nennies, I thought id try my luck at zoas. Here is a list of some of the most eye catching zoas and palys in the hobby. Can we please get some of these to our shores? The Vietnam zoas are in this league no doubt but there is so much more variety out there that we dont see.
Feel free to add more pics to this thread
Black hornets
Blue hornets
Blue ice
Blue shuriken (MY FAVORITE)
Candy apple orange
Candy apple pink
Candy apple red
Yellow eclipse
Fruit loops
Jokers
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I wouldn't mind having my BOYU Hood looking like this..actually this is how I want it to look..:blush:
JBJ-USA Aquarium Products
Are the LED's getting better and better for Aquariums or are they just getting presented in a better way...sounds to me LED's are the way to go..hopefully with more Aquariums coming out completed with LED's...the prices of LED's will come down, so that we can upgrade without breaking the Bank...Hmmmm don't Sponsors see a gap in the Market? Someone, somewhere is going to make the first move and make a killing...IMHO:blush:
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 10:11am CDT by Benanna
Anyone have experience with this chiller? It has gone on special at LFS, was R5668, now R3500.
I really need a chiller as my tank is an in wall system and with MH lamps, the water temperature fluctuates by a degree or two between lighting periods.
Thanks
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Posted: July 29th, 2011, 9:56am CDT by Seabass
Post your pic and let the experts advise if it is reef safe? Here is one stunner. Scribbled Angel.
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Has you may have noticed T.S.R is offering a lot of launch special at the moment.
the main reason for this is we are trying to bring you the reefers some new quality products.
We will be starting August with some Hydor specials.
We have the following on offer due to Hydor gaving us a special price to launch there new range of shaft less professional Koralia pumps and new wave makers.
some info on the professional models in stock.
All pumps work with the Hydor 2 and 4 wave maker's
All pumps compatible with Profilux controllers
All pumps are 12 Volt and fully controllable
All pumps are the new Hydor shaft less design
All pumps are extremely efficient with the largest Koralia 8 pump only using 22 watts of power while running at max flow (14000 lph)
All pumps come with the new hydor magnet / suction mounts.
We have the following in stock
Hydor Wave maker 2
Hydor Wave maker 4
Koralia 3 3,500 lph flow 12 volt
Koralia 6 10,000 lph flow 12 volt
Koralia 7 12,500 lph flow 12 volt
Koralia 8 14,000 lph flow 12 volt
Also Available
The new Koralia 220 volt pumps
These are super efficient shaft less pumps
Can be connected to a timer and can work on intervals of sec,min or hrs .
All pumps come with new Hydor magnet / suction anti vibration mounts
Models in stock
Koralia nano 1600
koralia 2800 4 watts
Koralia 4000 4,5 watts
Koralia 5200 5 watts
Please pm us for pricing
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Ok guys and gals,
So we've taken the plunge and after extensive research ad many calculator punching, decided to buy this awesome deal from a reef buddy (to be hopefully) that has been cycled since January, with water and all. We moved it in yesterday, had the water settle once again, and today got us just over 3kg of LR with some mushrooms on it.
Temp is at 26 celcius, water is perfect, bugs are moving around and we added a wave maker. I'll be getting some more base rock tomorrow, and over the weekend will be adding some coral.
I'll add some photos for you to look at.
I know that we will want to go bigger, but at this stage, getting to know this hobby is going to take a little more time and patience, and I dont want to go too big at this stage. The TL550 has all the equipment needed to start off with, and doing a custom and acquiring skimmers and pumps all separately would have worked out way too expensive. But here we go..
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 9:41pm CDT by mytank
I have looked through threads, searched on the net can't find anything on it. It grows on the tonga rock all but its always on its own i.e. grows as a single branch.
I also noticed some bubble looking green stuff but it died in my tank during cycle :(
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 9:39pm CDT by mytank
So they see through, they long with a pin head and have some sort of tenticles sticking out. Look like mini tube worms with no shell, they also in a "colony"
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 9:28pm CDT by Neil H
I am fiddling with a litle experiment and would appreciate your help
I am trying to wire a new thremostat into a fridge ....
i was advised from the supplier that this thermostat would be fine for the model fridge i have
So i wired it but ja worked fine for a few mins then tripped the power time and time again....
here are some pics
this is the new thermostat with the 3 possible wire points
these are the wires in the fridge
i had the brown one on the middle point the green one on the right and the black on the left.... i think
here is a close up.....
so can someone help a geologist with this wiring problem...... non reefer is getting grumpy with me tripping the power !!
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 9:08pm CDT by Fishman
hi guyz. Does anyone have one of these or can someone atleast point me in the right direction. Its a 150l
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 9:04pm CDT by williet
Hi All
AS the subject says, I am looking for one of these units secondhand. My Wave maker's controller is Fubar so I need to get another controller but rather than spending dosh on a new wave controller I would rather get the big boy ?
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 8:24pm CDT by Potjie
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Various (Tank, TS2, Vortech)
Location: Northcliff
Shipping or Collection only: Collection preferred
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hi all
I have decided to sell my system as I just couldn't justify reefing any more as I don't have the time to properly take care of it (and of course the non-reefer!) Everything must go so I will look at all realistic offers.
The tank is 1.2x0.6x0.7 with side overflow. Includes all piping and 3000 l/h return pump.
Tank, sump and stand R3 500
1.2m Combo light with 2x150w 20k Reeftek MH (5 months old) and 2x39w T5. 1x Aqua Medic 10k T5 is 2 months old.
R2 500
Live Rock (+-10 kg) @ R70p/kg
Base rock (+-20 kg) @ R40p/kg
Waterboy RO unit (1 year old) - new sediment and carbon filter
R800
Sump is 0.9x0.5x0.4 with a RO water tank in the front.
Vortech MP40w is about 2 years old.
R3 500
I have 2 Reeftek TS2. The one needs a new venturi.
R1000 and R800 for the one that needs the venturi.
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We have some stunning live rock to offer everyone.
Some of the best we have ever seen.
Absolutely covered with life.
TUBE WORMS
POLYPS
SPONGES
VARIOUS ALGAE
MUSSELS
AMPHIPODS
COPEPODS
CRABS
BRITTLE STARS
PISTOL SHRIMPS
ETC ETC ETC
Selling for R145 per KG
Please pm us if you are interested
Actual pics
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 5:33pm CDT by Rabbit
Hi Guys,
I'm on the search of where to find the best quality water in our surrounds, some people say near Noordhoek, others say west coast, Whats your experiences ?
I'm basically looking for a place thats easily accessible and offers crystal clear sea water. Please share your experiences.
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In the past two weeks I lost both my blue legged hermits. Parameters are fine, sometimes the Nitrates are slightly high but otherwise good. Fed them hake every two days (wich they ate with gusto) and now they're dead.
Anybody?
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 3:33pm CDT by Q89
As the title says, tell us (with a picture) what is your favorite or most precious in your setup.
I think it would be nice for everyone to see and some might even find the next piece of coral or fish on their shopping list:thumbup:
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Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: JBJ24 nano cube with sump
Location: Cape Town
Shipping or Collection only: collect
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 
Notes: This tank comes as is Everything working well. I have just neglected the tank a bit as i am very busy work wise.
Come have a look and make me an offer
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Hardware for saleThread title: Tunze Multicontroller 7094
Location: Cape Town
Shipping or Collection only: Collect or ship at own risk
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 
Notes: R800
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 1:43pm CDT by dallasg
note this thread is based on my actual experiences of the past 20 days, if you are new marines i suggest you still understand the science and chemistry of keeping fish
oki so everyone preaches you have to cycle your tank blah blah, so while setting up my boyu 550 i decided to read the label on Stability and follow it to the "tee"
Quote:
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Use 1 capful (5 mL) for each 40 L (10 gallons*) on the first day with a new aquarium. Then use 1 capful for each 80 L (20 gallons*) daily for 7 days. Fish and other aquatic species may be introduced at any time as long as dosage is maintained for 7 days. For optimum biofilter performance use 1 capful for each 40 L (10 gallons*) once a month or with each water change and whenever introducing new fish or whenever medicating an aquarium.
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I added 5 fish and 5 corals and a shrimp after my water was 24deg and at salinity at 1025 with 20kg LR, so far all good and no loss, all corals are open, fish are swimming. I have used bio-balls and zeolites for bacteria hosting and using a internal skimmer.
so if a company with 30yr experience can make a product that works this well, why isnt it promoted more, its also not the only one as prodibio states after using Start-Up you can add fish after 12hrs
just thought i would add this to bring reefing into the 21st century
now into the more biological side and maybe some experts can comment, I have had good experience establishing the biological filter in a reverse mode by the addition of sodium nitrite to establish the Nitrobacter population first and then the addition of ammonia to establish the Nitrosomonas. The bacteria are not fussy about their source of ammonia or nitrite The main advantage of this reverse cycling is the avoidance of the Nitrobacter inhibition by excess ammonia that ordinarily takes place in establishing a cycle. This ammonia inhibition of Nitrobacter is the main cause of cycle delays and failures.
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Hi , we recieved some nice fish and still have a few corals left for sale.
Hawiian hogfish - sold R329.95
Yellow tangs ( 2 of them have been here for 1 month and are eating pellets - allready gone through whitespot and are looking great ) @R649.95
M/L empourer R398.95
Cream angle - R249.95
Clarkii clowns - eating pellets R 149.95
Black bean m/l - R249.95
Pajama tangs - R229.95
Blood shrimp - Special R179.95
Bi - color blennie -R229.95
Tomato clown - eating pellets R98.95
Sand anamone - R298.95
Rock beuty - sold R 329.95
Twin spot wrass large - R
Cleaner wrasse - R159.95
Royal gramma - R229.95
Dancing shrimp - R98.95
Morish idol - R198.95
Jumping bean - R229.95
Royal gramma - R229.95
Mexican turbo snails - R59.95
More to come...
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 12:33pm CDT by mrbloew
anyone know the contact details, name and address of a LFS in Centuriun
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 11:57am CDT by GReef
Hello all you MASA peep's;), so after reading and reading and finding myself almost everyday on the Forum I DID IT, i registered.:yeahdude:
I will soon post pics of my first tank which has been running for over a year now and doing well, well in my eyes but far from sum other tanks on this forum. Its 300ltr's and ready for a upgrade as its almost too full for any other stock :(.
Have a lekka day guys.
:party:
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Hi All
At last i can start, i have some pictures of the tank, sump, and stand, i will be doing pluming today, ( lets rather say try pluming, i have a small idea of how to do it, but thats about it, if there are anyone who can help, it will be great!
I just said a quick prayer, so lets start!
:thumbup:
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 10:55am CDT by MerlinT
Hey Guys. Is there anyone who would like to come and show off thier aquascaping skills. I have a 900x500x500 tank that I would like for someone to scape for me. I live in Ottery Cape Town. If you can please pm me your contact details then I contact you to make arrangements.
Thanks and hope to hear from you soon.
M
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 10:27am CDT by jacoc
a: How long before you can consider a salt water reef tank being matured how do you know...? and... b: When can one call the system a matured ecosystem, when can one switch all the gadgets of like( reactors; skimmers) and let the system maintain itself except for lights watermovemant and heaters of course and the general maintanance..
Let me rephrase..Should you find yourself in a position that your gadgets malfunction and you are not at home for some time ...could your system maintain a balance..?
... And I refer here to all sizes of tanks from small to extremely large size tanks...
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 8:21am CDT by hermie
All other livestockCommon Name: Anemone (not sure what species)
Scientific Name: -
Size Probably about 12cm when fully open
How long have you had it? 3 months
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Your location. Durban
Price: For sale/or will swap for softie frags
Photo's: 
In May '11 some dear friends of ours felt sorry for our clowns and bought us this beautiful nennie. It is not what we envisioned for our tank, especially so early on (we only started in March this year). After 3 months our clowns have now hosted a rock and we feel its time to find a more experienced home for him (and our friends are working overseas at the moment ;)).
The photos don't do him justice and he is in good condition and loves prawn and hake pieces. He should be easy to move as he is always attached to the glass bottom of the tank.
We are willing to sell or swap for some softie frags (pincushions, leathers, mushrooms, ricordea or even zoas as long as they are not the local green ones). So please put in your offers and don't miss out on this stunning specimen...
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Posted: July 28th, 2011, 8:11am CDT by mytank
O as my tank is cycling, I am starting to think of what I am going to need to keep SPS and LPS. My cube is going to be mostly a coral tank. ZOAS, Fog spawn etc etc
I have the basics carbon etc etc the main question though is what is needed to keep these guys. Do need all those reactors ?
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Our reef tank is 13 months old now we had our little problems now and then but we got thru. Now i have this vine like nuisance weed growing on all the live rock. It is crawling over most of our corals the zoas were closedup for more than 1wk i took out the rock and manually removed it but it has been taking over almost 50% of my live rock what can i do to get rid of it? As soon as lrarn how to post a picture i will upload it. what is it? I read that sea hares are not good for reef tanks is this true anybody has had a sea hare before?
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 12:24am CDT by 3chelon
Hi guys
I just got a tunze 9002 skimmer for my rsm 130d. I was just wondering what the noise level should be like? Mine appears to be more noisy than i expected. What is the noise level supposed to be like compared to the circulation pumps, cause they way more quiet than the tunze skimmer? I read from most places that its supposed to be so quiet you can barely hear it. The main thing is I sleep close to my tank, could it be because it still needs to break in or is the noise level supposed to be quite a bit louder than the circulation pumps?
Thanks for the advise.
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 10:55pm CDT by mytank
Hey guys
While I was away in the us of a for three weeks my GF took care of my tank. She took all the readings (tests etc) for my main tank). She showed a keen interest in this hobby. So I want to give her a present a nano. You can see my build thread on this forum called My 30l tank.
Mr Treyman has suggested some sea horses and she wanted me to keep them in my main tank problem was everyone I spoke to they where impossible to keep.
What other fish are suited for nanos?
Need to be "pretty" or interesting :)
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 10:39pm CDT by Len
Has anyone ever seen/own/sold this coral.
Looks like a branching grape coral! :eek:
Does it have a common name?
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 9:49pm CDT by mytank
So I took a fresh water tank that you buy at the LFS and started turning into a Nano. Its a little 30L.
So I drilled the back of the tank put a upside down 90 joint with 22m pipe. That's the over flow then I built the sump.
OK so the sump is 10L to 15L (little one foot tank), got some perspects cut at the perspects place in Pretoria. So I created a high and low barrier (High is where the floss is and low is where the return and heater is. Low is 4 CM lower than the top of the sump and then I cut about 3CM at the bottom of that.
Chambers:
1: Floss and rings (this is where the overflow is going to flow into
2: Little Skimmer and live rock compartment
3: Heater and return pump.
I didn't like the all in one NANO's as I dont like that box at the back takes space. Also I wanted a sump that had more then 1/3 of the main tanks water volume so I could sustain more life in the nano.
Let me know what you guys think.
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 8:27pm CDT by pXius
Noticed the site has been down for a few days now, or under construction anyway. Any ETA on when it will be back up?
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 8:17pm CDT by ZaxXx
I noticed that in my tank not all the dirt goes in to the overflow and caught in the sump (meaning particles that irritatingly float around the tank)
I'm sure this is a common issue.
is there something i can build or put into the DT to suck in a lot of water at once and filter all this krap out?? or maybe even just filter slowly?
Because normal filters dont do 100% jobs of removing everything that floats around.
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 8:10pm CDT by ken
Hey guys... I'm going to be running a big phyto and rotifer culture.. Nw I've got a massive air pump and I'm worried of it putting crap in my cultures... I read on here somewhere a thread explaining a air filter made out of a syringe with carbonated charcoal in for a normal little air pump. Nw what would u suggest I use as a filter for a huge airpump? Thanx guys
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 7:33pm CDT by pXius
Got this guy today :)
Opened up beautifully showing off its mantle and opening its mouth/water intake nice and wide.
His "foot" sucked onto a rock which is under the substrate so he'll be easy to move but considering the looks I don't think he needs to go higher.
Camera: :( Samsung Galaxy 10.1v - Settings - Macro and Cloud environment.
Lighting: 14000 kelvin spectrum under blue & white LEDS.
Excuse the dirty glass.
Would like to get a squamosa to go along with this one :p
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So for the last while I have been having issues as per my thread here:
Tunze 7096 controller not installing com ports - Marine Aquariums of South Africa
We havent been able to find the answer to the problem as yet , but as with all experiences I have had with George & the Tunze team , they came to the party and replaced my controller.
Plugged it in and it works like a bomb ! No I can finally change the programming from my old setup to the new shallow reef :)
Once again thank you George , this is a definite & welcome change. You honored the guarantee without any quibbles and made good on your promises. :thumbup:
Now just to add the extra pump or so ;)
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 6:55pm CDT by Len
Hi
Yes, I know i need to get a better skimmer, and are ordering one (Tunes or Hydor, whatever fits), but would like to get some stuff out of the tank until it arrives.
The skimmer produce yellow water in the cup, but I believe that it is from water splashing trough the foam and then falling into the cup.
I can't get it to produce a stable skimate that moves up the neck. Been running for a month now.
I have a 128l tank, started with Prodibio STOP AMMO and Biodigest, have very well cured rock (9kg), very clean sand (5cm) and very few, very small gobies in the tank, 3 small corals. Very big flow.
I run Purigen and Chemi Pure elite.
Tank Parameters is Ammoniac 0, Nitrite 0 and Nitrate just detectable.
I know this is a small bio load but I have been feeding so expect some skimmate to form?
I get a lot of bubbles, foam form in the neck and I have mange to move the foam level up and down. The foam however is crisp white and does not build up. Just stay on top of the water-level, about 5mm thick.
Can someone help me with the controls I have and what they do. So far I have figured out that I can move the skimmer up and down in the water (does not seam to effect much, some change in water level), I can regulate the flow (move water level up and down), and I can mange bubble production.
What do I change to have what impact? (PS, I know how to flood the cup)
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 6:02pm CDT by Fanie
In the school holidays me and my family went to Durban for the first time. It was AMAZING.
The pet shops are just awesome there and all of them look like they only give the best for there animals.
I went snorkeling in 2 tidal pools (too scared for the huge waves) and saw:
Pterios Miles/Radiata
Pair of Spotted Hawkfish in coral
lots of Sergeant Majors, Convicts and goby stuff
bird wrasse
wrasse (maybe twotone)
You Lucky people living in Durban are probobly used to this but I loved It.
Still going to upload pics.
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hi what is the difference with lps and sps and which is
easier to take car of.
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where can i get the blue legged hermit in dbn,
what does it sell for
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 3:18pm CDT by Kender
Hardware for saleThread title: ViaAqua skimmer for sale
Location: Pretoria North
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 
Notes: 150 Gal skimmer for sale R650
I upgraded to the same make but to a 250 Gal skimmer
100% working order
SK-200NW model
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 1:48pm CDT by Rabbit
Hi
I recently moved to house, and i need some of your expertise on my Setup. My LS is currently in my Quarintine Tank for the past week,
I transported half of my water with the move, and chucked the rest
My livestock has been in my hospital tank for the past week with the existing water, and isn't doing good. My brain coral has not opened, my clam has been in a Gaping stance for the past 2 days, and my mushrooms have not opened, I've found 3 dead snail in the water which i have removed and did about a 30 percent water change over the weekend.
Over the weekend I found that My heater has been unplugged !, and found the water cold. I'm guessing this was over a period of one day, My six line wrasse did not make it.
The main tank has been running in over the past 2 days now only, with new water The existing water kept smelt funky so I dumped it.
Me not having transport and help delayed my tanks move.
I would deeply appreciate if one of the experienced guys could pop by soon, to assist.
I'm in Kuilsriver.
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 1:33pm CDT by malooda
Hi
What glass do you use for a metal halide?
I need to replace one, is it a uv glass and where can I find it?
Thanks
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Hi guys
i hav a new 4ft tank cycling for just over a week.
i need to build or get a sump filter for it.
please help and explain the reason for it and the DSB.
thanks
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 12:28pm CDT by Sammy
Hi Guys,
Thought I share my basic spreadsheet with anyone that might find this handy, It helps me quite a bit as I'm manual doising at the moment - ALK, Ca, Mg
The spreadsheets helps predict what the levels of ALK and Ca should be on a daily basis.
So when you miss a few days you could easily see what you need to add and what the change should be.
The predictors takes into account daily tank usage and supplement additions and give a predicted water parameters.
All you have to know is: (Below is for ALK only, Ca basically the same idea)
1) What amount of supplement adds to your tank. In my e.g 1tsp of Alk (Seachem Reefbuilder) adds 0.7dkh
2) Alk consumption pday, my tank consumes on average 0.5dKh p/day
Put this in the spreadsheet and your ALK will be tracked whether you supplement or not your ALK should be predicted.
Every time you measure and insert measured ALK the predicted ALK is updated.
Miss a few days and you should know what to add and how much your ALK should be.
Very basic but does the trick in helping me.
Attached Files
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I am thinking the past few days about the pro's and con's having a skylight for lighting in a marine tank argument sake 2m long 0.8m wide and water level at 0.6m.
Know there are a few reefers that are doing this.
I was looking on the net but are strugeling to find good information.
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 11:16am CDT by rakabos
Various frags for saleCommon Names: Various
Scientific Names: -
Size of frags -
How long have you had the frags? -
Are the frags mounted? Yes
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Your location. Wilgeheuwel
Price: -
Photo's: Hi all
Time to sell some extras I have. All frags in good health, pics taken under actinics. Its a mix of Vietnam and other colonies I made frags of
Item1: Zoas R130
Item2: Zoas R50
Item3: Zoas R70
Item4: Zoas R130
Item5: Zoas R130
Item6: Zoas R130
Item7: Zoas R130
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 10:13am CDT by rakabos
I didnt know that leathers had tentacles?!
This pin cushion of mine has these streamers coming out and as soon as the fish come close they seem to retract.
Comments?
@
Tony
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Posted: July 27th, 2011, 10:08am CDT by Xereo
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 12:00am CDT by Orson
Any ideas as to which paint/varnish is safe for sealing a wooden aquarium lid?
Is fiber glass resin any good as a sealant?
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anyone using one of these guys?,
looking for first hand reviews and you experiences with them...
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 10:35pm CDT by Zuna
Dell Latitude D620 Laptop
Intel centrino duo processor TG2400 @ 1.83GHZ x 2
3 GHz ram
120 GB hard drive
DVD writer
Onboard 3G modem
eternal card provided
Extended battery pack
Windows 7 32bit
Office 2007
MacAfee antivirus
Screen and motherboard replace 3month ago by dell
its never been used since windows install 26/07/2011
R2500
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 10:18pm CDT by rob189
how do i tell if theyre dead?
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 10:02pm CDT by Loki
Hi guys / gurls
what sort of sump design would you go with in a 50 x 50 cube sump?
My skimmer is a Reef Octopus Extreme 160xs.
i would like to maximize the sump for LR.
Any help / comments would be appreciated.
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 9:20pm CDT by mytank
Hi all,
During the "looking at rock for an abnormal amount of time phase" aka Cycling I have noticed all sorts of things which I am comfortable with. There are two things I am not sure of.
Number 1: The armadillo - its the only way to explain, its a slight light green has a armadillo type shell, haven't seen it before (and yes I have looked in that little cracks before ;)) can anyone ID:
Number two: Seems to be all over my Tonga rock I have a 3kg and 2kg branch. They look red bumpy and like a sponge not sure. This is a really bad pic as it's a cell phone pic :( I can try get a clear one tomorrow if its not good?
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 8:33pm CDT by crispin
i got a lemonpeel angel the other day as i have always dwarf angels. i was really chuffed when he fed at the LFS, and even more so when i had it eating flakes, mysis and blood worm. indeed he ate just about anything i gave him, including a whack of zoas. so with great regret i parted with the fella a day later and gave him to a client. i snapped a few pics of him in their tank today so here are a few shots.
atleast my zoas are safe for now...
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Hey guys really begging for help here been battling with this brown algae and have no idea what im doing wrong all my levels are correct as per my lfs and im doing biweekly water changes but can’t get rid of this algae help see the bubbles are attaching to it
:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 7:57pm CDT by Munky82
Can anyone point me in the right direction?
What is type of pump and accessories is needed?
Collecting over 800l by hand is not very practical.
Anyone in PE got a pump?
I have access to a 1000l drum and the sea.
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 7:50pm CDT by mytank
Hi all,
I need some advise please. I need to take my sump out for some changes I need to make to some of the barriers for the flow. My tank is in the fourth week of cycling so no real life stock accept some Zoas that came with the live rock and two hermits.
The sump has all the normal goodies, heaters, return pump, floss, carbon sock, skimmer etc.
My question is I probably need about two to three days for the sump to be out to allow for the silicone to dry etc. What do I need in the main tank to carry on with the cycle whilst I do the repairs?
If possible I would like to keep the cycle, zoas, LR and hermits going for the time that the sump is out, what do I need to keep going in the main tank?
Thank you for you time
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 7:04pm CDT by eb.adam
Hi everyone.
I've ordered and installed LED's from General Lamp.
I'm quite happy but I need to change my optics from 60 degrees to 90 degrees (my mistake). I've contacted them and they've given me a price of US$0.20 each for the 90 degree optics for my PAR20 bulb. I need 12 so the price would work out to US$2.40 which is roughly R20. The shipping price always starts from US$29 by DHL. If I add a bulb like the one I have (PAR20 3x3w Cree LED's). I paid just under US$50 for shipping on my original order. Optics are simply little lenses and 12 of them will fit in a bank packet or two. They've advised me that if I do need more bulbs, I should order the extra optics with them. I don't need more bulbs at this time but I do need optics.
My point, if anyone is ordering LED's from them, please let me know (here or PM) and allow me to order the optics with your order :)
Thanks!
EB :)
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 6:50pm CDT by Ari
Hey guys. My tank is now 7 weeks old and I finally have some life in the tank:thumbup:. I've got 2 ocelleris a couple of hermits and snails. My corals: Plate coral, green stars, daisies,polyps and 2 leather corals. But the worst part is starting to come... Algae:( I'm a lazy person so I don't see myself doing water changes every week and that will cost a fortune! Some alternative ideas for removal of phosphates and Nitrates? I do top off with RO water ( 40L every week!!!) And I do have a DSB and a good enough skimmer... Here are some pics:)
More updates to follow:)
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 4:56pm CDT by Ishtak
Guys and gals,
Has anyone used Aquariogest? Looks like a good software package for tracking pretty much everything in a tank. Im in IT and love gadgets, which naturally means I want something fancy to record my parameters :)
Any advice from the experts out there? I'm hoping to get my first marine tank this weekend (if I can find some friends to help me move the blerry thing) and I'd like to start off on the correct foot taking regular parameters and the like. I COULD do an excel spreadsheet but where is the fun in that?? ;)
Ishtak
ps, I hope I'm nope breaking any AUP's by mentioning the software
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 2:49pm CDT by Bonzai
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Custom Shallow Reef Corner Tank For Sale
Location: Witbank
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hey guys
Me and my wife decided that we are going to take a break from the marine hobby for a while. We need to get more space and time, and at this stage we do not have one of the two.
We want to sell our Custom Built Corner Tank.
Type : Shallow Reef Tank
Volume : 165L
Shape : Corner Tank / Diamond
Height of Tank : 350mm
List of things to sell
- Tank
- Stand (500mm high)
- Small Sump 30L
- Medium Sump 50L
- Pump - 1200L/Hour
- Internal Filter Pump
- Heater 150W
- Wavemakers x 2
- LiveRock - 1.5 - 2kg
- Substrate - Seasand + Playsand
- Rocks for Waterfall formation
- Sump Filter Medium - Bioballs & Crushed Coral
- Medicines & Vitamins for Marine Fish
- Frozen Foods for Marine Fish
- Dry Foods for Marine Fish
- Seaweed
- Test Kits
- Fish Net - Medium
- Light Unit + Actinic T5 Tube + Day Glo T5 Tube
- Live Seawater +-120L
Also
- My hospital Tank - 1m x 400mm x 350mm, has sliding tops (The one side panel needs to be replaced, because I dropped something on it, and it broke)
- 1 x Daylight Tube 3ft - Just needs to get a ballast
- Stand for this tank
All for R1800.00 neg
Unfortunately my friend already took all the Livestock.
PM me, or call me on 083 345 9325
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 2:04pm CDT by rakabos
I just watched this video and it is really funny to see the guy's reaction when he actually catches the 6 line wrasse in his tank using a perspex trap.
Catching my 6 Line Wrasse - YouTube
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 1:53pm CDT by Dorrey
Has anyone noticed a significant increase in their power usage since starting their Buyo TL 550?
Mine seems to be using a lot of it. I have my pump, skimmer, UV filter, heater and powerhead on 24 hours a day. I only use my lights for about 5 hours a day.
What could be the culprit and what can I do without?
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Does anybody know anywhere in JHB where I can get a pre-drilled 2ft tank with built in overflow box?
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Posted: July 26th, 2011, 11:48am CDT by Jeann1
Hi.
Does anyone have any additional info on a "Moon Wrasse" - Thalassoma Lunare ?
I have read that they could eat inverts and are a bit aggresive, but the one i am interrested in was in a tank with small perculars and african clowns ?
Anyone ever had one in a mixed tank ??
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Hey reefers & gurus:thumbup:
What skimmer would you recommend for a 250l. Keeping in mind that my sump column is 150w x 200l (well longer then that but i have LR aswell.) Please advise me on what you think would be the best. I am currently running a AM sl1000.
Thanks
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I need advise on tank availability, as I don't have the expertise to build one myself. I have a corner, 1.2m x 1.2m and would like to have a curved corner tank. Are there any readily available tanks ? (Thought of about 430 L tank)
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Will snow do any good for a marine tank? :P It started snowing last night and is still snowing. I just hope the power sty on!!! :eek:
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 1:23am CDT by Rabbit
hi guys,
i've moved house , and been keeping my LS in my quarantine tank for about a week now with no lights.
Over the weekend I found the heater unplugged and my wrassie never made it :(
I noticed that my clam has been open for most of the day. I've connected the lights this evening hoping that it mite extend itself, and nothing yet
Species : Squamosa
How do you tell if its alive ? Should i separate it from the rest of my LS
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 11:58pm CDT by herkie
I would like to chop some fresh veggies up anw freeze it with some water to feed to the fish sometimes. How do you do it and what veggies do you use?
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 8:43pm CDT by Starz
Added a sheet of each into one of my canisters, after 1 hour my Xenia and Goniapora not looking lekker? Should I rather take it out? Thanks in advance for constructive input.
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So I got some 3D movies from Amazon on Friday and thought I would share this awesome movie with you guys.
Ocean Wonderland is filmed by Jean-Michael Cousteau, and is definately a treat for anyone who loves marines and has a 3D tv. Most of the footage is filmed between the Great Barrier Reef and the Bahamas and even being 4 years old really takes full advantage of the 3D features making you feel like you are actually down in the deeps of the ocean yourself...with fish swimming all around you and large sps species branching right out of your tv screen!
Definately a worth while view for anyone young or old. :)
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Anyone know what kind of Monti this is? It definately seems like an encrusting type, but the peaks coming up off it so to speak have me confused...its not a danae thats for sure.
Before it went in my tank.
after being introduced into my tank.
looking forward to some thoughts on this one. :)
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 7:52pm CDT by Orka
Please can I get some more info on my hitchhiker because I am still new and do not trust you OKES:tt2: You might just be working for the LFS and you want me to nuke a poor innocent traveler
And now just when I wanted to catch him he started moving away.
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 7:44pm CDT by RocheH
Hi guys, just a quick one I have one of these fittings it is a 4× 54w T5 I would like to do a mod on it and make it a 6 or 8× 54w. Will it be OK to position two lamps in one reflector? The reflectors are wide enough to accommodate two lamps. Originally only wanted to keep softies but now want to keep LPS & SPS. Some of the bits that make up the tank if you were wondering: Tank size 4FT, Sump all most 4FT, AM cal, AM denit, AM blue 3000
Any advice will be appreciated.
PS: The fitting has been epoxy coated it has a splash cover and I have added some cooling fans in the unit two on each end.
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 7:21pm CDT by rob189
does anyone else have orange lumo "coraline" in their tanks? weird question i know, but ive noticed quite alot after i rescaped.
thanks
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 7:17pm CDT by rob189
how much flow does he need? lighting? how often should i feed it and what?
thanks
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 4:06pm CDT by Xereo
Please see below
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 3:57pm CDT by bryan
Hi everyone!
We have CAPTIVE BRED Hyppocampus ERECTUS available!
They are SUPER HARDY and ridiculous easy to keep.
Taking Frozen Mysis Shrimp from our hand :thumbup: feeding them is a breeze!!
We will be keeping limited stock at the store...please don't stress out when you only see a few at a time...we have more!!!! :biggrin:
Packaging can be arranged free of charge for 36hr transport.
Please make use of your own courier to collect from our premises... :)
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 3:54pm CDT by Xereo
Whats your guys take on the Kole Tang what has white spot..
Ive been through it a few times with other tangs and they all pull through it.
Just worried about my Kole tangs seems to be heavy infected after just 6 hours...
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 3:29pm CDT by George
Special this week ONLY:-
Turbelle Stream 6125 (400 -2000 litre tank) R 1950.00 incl. VAT (was R2294)
Turbelle Stream 6025 ( 40 - 200 litre tank) R 546.00 incl. VAT (was R 643)
Turbelle Stream 6045 (100- 500 litre tank) R 758.00 incl. VAT (was R 892)
These are non controllable pumps.........
All have:-
Titanium alloy shaft
Low motor heat
3D adjustment
Magnet holder up to 19mm glass
Freight extra R136.80 incl. depending on area ........
Cheers Anita:thumbup:
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 1:33pm CDT by Gwydion
Hi all,
I need some help on a DIY project for my Jebo R338. I have the stock 2 x T5's in but want to add some actinic and blue LED's. I have removed the stock filter at the top and replaced it with a aquaclear canister filter, now what I would like to do is use the back piece with the old filter and use that to house the LED lights.
My lfs suggested I get LED strip and do it that way. Can someone help me with what wattage of LED, make and Kelvin I should be looking at? Maybe some advice from guys that have done more or less the same???
Thanks!:)
G
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 12:39pm CDT by Kender
Hi
This was a reward that I received 25 years ago. Please note that it is not the local cheap replicates that you can buy in most China stores. It is not available in South Africa in shops. This sword comes from Japan and was given to me by my Sensei 25 years ago. It is extremely sharp. If anyone is interested in buying it please make me a REASONABLE offer.
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Hi All,
I am looking for an NP reactor. I know Dory Pets sell theirs for R1300.00 with the NP pellets.
Does anyone have a used one that I could buy?
Thanks
Carlos:thumbup:
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Hi guys,
I am looking for a phosphate reactor.
Please PM me if you have one that I may be interested in.
Thanks,
Justin
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Hi everyone, I have this interesting guy, which came on some liverock I bought a few weeks ago. Looks just like a muscle. Opens slightly during the day and closes if the lid opens or closes and then again at night. Tried to find on threads, but no luck. is it just a muscle, or something else?
Thanks
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 11:26am CDT by mytank
Hey,
So before I went overseas I started my tank cycle (didn't want to be here and look at rock ;), got back last night three weeks later and the tank parameters are the following (GF stayed over took the readings (including temp) and refilled RO water ;)
So here they are let me know what you think after three weeks:
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 10:34am CDT by 4age
Hi Guys
Due to circumstances( ie looming Marriage)
I was unable to proceed with my 2m FOWL set up
as I am not sure if I will be moving to my own place after getting married. I figured it would be pointless as I have no guarantee that I will b able to take a 2m tank with me due to the size implications.
I do however still desire to set up a salt water tank towards the end of the year
but require a set up that will meet the following criteria..
1. A size that not too big..but not too small either
I was not looking forward
to filling the 2m or doing wc on it due to the amount of water, so would
like something small
on the other hand, the problem with going smaller
is that more time is needed to monitor water quality, salinity etc.
2. A tank that is not too time consuming or difficult to maintain..I was thinking
of going softies..with a selection of some nice fish that will not outgrow the
tank.
3. A dimension that will be easy to light without me having to sell my body at
night to cover electricity for lighting.
4. Something I can move around and will fit in most places
I have sold some of my equipment from my 2m tank..still have Live rock (10-15kgs) and RO unit
I do have one dual 54w T5 light unit that I can use on a prospective tank..will have to get more
Anyhoooww..what advice and suggestions do you guys have on the ideal size tank..i dont really wana do a standard 4foot tank as im tired of the size ( I have 7 already), and I am able to build pretty much any dimension tank as I know someone who can source glass at a good price and I can build the tank myself..was thinking of the following sizes..
Option1
130 L x 70 W x 60 H
or 130 L x 75W x 60 H
Option2
100L x 60W x 60 H or 100L x 70-75 W x 60 H
I can reduce the heights of the tanks
but want it to look good too
wrt Sumps, I have spare 1,2 m and 90cm tanks..so I can make a plan..what you guys think?
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 10:34am CDT by 4age
Hi Guys
Due to circumstances( ie looming Marriage)
I was unable to proceed with my 2m FOWL set up
as I am not sure if I will be moving to my own place after getting married. I figured it would be pointless as I have no guarantee that I will b able to take a 2m tank with me due to the size implications.
I do however still desire to set up a salt water tank towards the end of the year
but require a set up that will meet the following criteria..
1. A size that not too big..but not too small either
I was not looking forward
to filling the 2m or doing wc on it due to the amount of water, so would
like something small
on the other hand, the problem with going smaller
is that more time is needed to monitor water quality, salinity etc.
2. A tank that is not too time consuming or difficult to maintain..I was thinking
of going softies..with a selection of some nice fish that will not outgrow the
tank.
3. A dimension that will be easy to light without me having to sell my body at
night to cover electricity for lighting.
4. Something I can move around and will fit in most places
I have sold some of my equipment from my 2m tank..still have Live rock (10-15kgs) and RO unit
I do have one dual 54w T5 light unit that I can use on a prospective tank..will have to get more
Anyhoooww..what advice and suggestions do you guys have on the ideal size tank..i dont really wana do a standard 4foot tank as im tired of the size ( I have 7 already), and I am able to build pretty much any dimension tank as I know someone who can source glass at a good price and I can build the tank myself..was thinking of the following sizes..
Option1
130 L x 70 W x 60 H
or 130 L x 75W x 60 H
Option2
100L x 60W x 60 H or 100L x 70-75 W x 60 H
I can reduce the heights of the tanks
but want it to look good too
wrt Sumps, I have spare 1,2 m and 90cm tanks..so I can make a plan..what you guys think?
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Hardware for saleThread title: hailea 1/2HP Chiller (1000L)
Location: JHB, fourways
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Like new Hailea HC500A chiller for sale. I will throw in the feedpump too for free
R3500
Cheers
Jason
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Hardware for saleThread title: hailea 1/2HP Chiller (1000L)
Location: JHB, fourways
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Like new Hailea HC500A chiller for sale. I will throw in the feedpump too for free
R3500
Cheers
Jason
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 10:14am CDT by ZaxXx
Was just wondering . . . Is it possible to have too much liverock?
What is the ideal amount ? Or max or min amount that should be in a tank according to liters and size of the aquarium.
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 9:15am CDT by Keeganp
Hello,
Anybody know which is a good Nikon semi pro to go for..
or even a cannon.
Thanks
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Posted: July 25th, 2011, 8:36am CDT by ziyaadb
Yesterday i picked up 3 cleaner shrimp for the wife. Decided to test the salinity as i was dripping them found it to be over 1.032:eek: My tank was sitting at 1.024. Dripped over over 7 hours to get them acclimated properly.
Just beware and be vigilant when you do get new livestock. because i usually only acclimate for 1 to 2 hours. Think i would have killed them if i done it that quick.
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I have a few SPS as well as Zoa's. My Magnesium level is at 1050ppm. I see on the Magnesium additive bottle that Magnesium lower than around 1350ppm results in Calcium levels not being able to be maintained at above 400ppm. My Calcium at 360ppm, battling to increase this.
First question - can anybody comment on the situation above?
Secondly, is this level of 1050ppm a crisis, or can I slowly increase over next 1 or 2 weeks.
Thanks
Chris
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 10:46pm CDT by Seabass
Hi
When you have some time available please explain how I can bring Dkh down. I would like it to stay at about 8. But advised as follows:
"Pierre your dkh is to high for a LNS and you salinity to low, for your type of tank you should be aiming at a salinity of 1.025/6 and a dKH of 6.8 to 7"
If I can get it to 6.8 - 7, that is a bonus.
I have a mixed reef and run pellets, would like lowish nutrient system.
23 July 2011
Kh 9.3
NO3 25 - 30
PO4 <0.03
Mg 1350
Ca 400
Ph 8.2
SG 1,023
Temp 26
Thanks
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 9:56pm CDT by duanead
Hi guys I just want to know how much your guys tanks evaporate in a week,
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Hi All.
I am having my canopy and cabinet made out of real wood. Can anyone tell me what the best waterproof sealer is to use and how much it will cost? Don't want to use any crappy sealants that will make the wood swell or worse, poison my Live Stock.
Thanks
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 9:09pm CDT by ZaxXx
Hardware for saleThread title: Lighting unit (3 mh 4 T5s)
Location: Durban
Shipping or Collection only: both
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Can somebody please show me a nice image converter so i can upload pics
Notes: Lighting unit for sale :
> 3 MH 150watt
> 4 x T5s (2 blue 2 white 54watt)
- L125 x w45
Place for fans also
R4500
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 8:49pm CDT by 3chelon
Hi all
Could someone help me ID this little guy on my live rock? It sucks itself in sometimes and then expands again.
Thanks :)
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 8:46pm CDT by amalick
Fish for saleCommon Name:Achilles Tang
Scientific Name:Acanthurus Achilles
Size of fish10cm
How long have you had the fish?4 Months
Is the fish eating?Yes, anything from flakes to pellets
Shipping or Collection only:Sorry, but collection only because I have no idea how to ship live stock.
Your location.Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Price:R2900.00
Photo's:Some pics taken this evening
Notes:Hi Reefers, After much deliberating I've decided to sell my very healthy well QT'ed Achilles Tang. He just doesn't suit my new fish only system and I cant put him in my reef because the other tank mates don't want him there.
I paid R3500 for him 4 months ago, but for you guys I will let it go for only R2900.;)
I have already caught him and he is in my Frag tank, to make the sale easy.
And for you guys who want to be extra sure, here is a short video of him, also taken this evening.
Achilles Tang - YouTube
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Hey there MASA Reefers:)
Dont forget Aquaria has a fantastic range of water purification equipment
. Marine ROs ..Tropical fish tank purifiers
.Point on Entry filter units
Membranes and replacement set filters
and as always we promise you The best quality
Best price and the Best backup and service in SA:lol:
So MASA reefers look no further we have it all to offer
Aquaria Wholesalers
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Post a message or a PM and we will advise you which LPS you can obtain one of our fantastic products
:thumbup:The Aquaria Team:thumbup:
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 6:07pm CDT by pXius
Like the title says, are there any off the shelf nennie safe powerheads?
I don't like the closed loop system so that's no option.
I'm saving up to buy a decent set of wave makers but a nennie is definitely part of the future plan so I would like to benefit from buying the correct power heads now and not again later, if they exist...
Thanks
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 4:36pm CDT by Jimbo
Hi Guys,
Changed my scaping so posting some updated pics.
Cheers,
Jimbo.
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 4:27pm CDT by Helga
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: PERFECT BEGINNER TANK
Location: Three Rivers East, Vereeniging
Shipping or Collection only: Collection Only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 
FULL SYSTEM AS MENTIONED BELOW FOR SALE : CASH : R7000-00
300 Liter tank and cabinet.
Dimensions: 1500 X 450 X 500
Sump containing:
Skimmer: Dymax LS30
Skimmer pump: Dymax PH2500
Ceramic rings
Bioballs
Biopellet reactor with pump
Return pump: Hailea 6530
Lighting:
1 X Hailea Fixture (1200mm) with 4 X 54W T5 tubes
1 X fixture (unknown) (1200mm) with 2 X 54W T5 tubes
Miscellaneous:
SunSun Double vibration pump JVP202 (X 1)
SunSun Single vibration pump JVP102 (X 2)
SunSun Single vibration pump JVP101 (X 2)
Aqua Marina Minder (Temp reader)
Phospate reducer (with 2X chambers)
Notes: This is a perfect system for the beginner. The tank has been running perfectly stable since September 2010. The only reason I am selling is that the tank became to small for all the livestock I wanted. I had LPS, SPS, soft corals and 21 fish species in this tank.
I would prefer to sell the system as described above as a whole. The tank is still running as this stage with live sand and a few kilos of biorock. I am aiming to switch it off in a weeks time.
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 3:25pm CDT by Sammy
Hi Guys,
Would like your thoughts on this please.
I'm starting a 500L second reef. I was thinking of starting the tank off with NSW from the 2 Oceans Aquarium.
Once finished cycling maintaining the tank with Synthetic salt mix as I'm using on my current reef ?
Beside the potential algae problems would this be OK to do i.e initially 500L NSW and then switch to synthetic salt ?
Your thoughts.
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 1:31pm CDT by pXius
So there's a rather large possibility that I'll be moving into a new place in a month or 2, which is great as I'll have some extra rooms (maybe even a dedicated Aquarium room :D )
Anyway, instead of moving my tank I was thinking of maybe going a bit bigger.
Currently my tank is 1.5x70(high)x50(wide)
I was thinking of getting a new tank along the lines of 1.5x60(high)x70(wide).
This way I could set up the tank, a day or 2 before I move, I could then also use all my current H2o and a few extra liters fresh to top off what I cant fill.
My only real concern is that my current in tank substrate is playsand, in affect a "in tank dsb".
I will be using new substrate in the new tank along with my old sump setup (live rock and np pellets).
I'm a bit worried about a nitrat/tri/amonia spike should I move and loose the in tank dsb.
I could set up an extra reactor or 2 and run some media, and even maybe some of those new ammonia stones. I don't want to kick start a new cycle.
Any advice?
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hey guys. im looking for a spare hood or two for my boyu tl 550? wanna do some experimenting.
new or used.
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A photo of my new aquarium, now 5 weeks old. inhabitants include a Green Star polyp, Blue mushroom, a blue legged hermit crab, which changes shells every other day. A Fox Face , which is still settling in. The 2 Clown fish were added yesterday, and have adapted well to the new environment. All livestock looking healthy at this point. i have decided not to add anything more for the next month, just to allow everything to settle down
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Hey all I have got all things together in my Tank its only waiting for water now.
I wanted to know what type of RO unit to install and if the ones you buy at the local water shop will do they have quite a variety of them so which one should I choose....
What does the RO unit need to take out of the water to have it fish and reef friendly????
as this is quite an expensive piece of equipment I dont want to buy the wrong thing
and is there a cheaper way of getting this done as the unit I was looking at goes for about 1500 rand
thanks for any advice
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Posted: July 24th, 2011, 10:29am CDT by RiaanP
All other livestockCommon Name: Urchins Hermits Snails
Scientific Name: too many
Size small to medium
How long have you had it? 1 month
Shipping or Collection only: nope
Your location. Centurion
Price: bring your own beer and we do same marine talk - so obviously for free. If you can look after them.
Photo's: I got too many. My second tank was overrun my algae and cayno a month ago. I added a nice size clean-up crew. And they completely cleaned out my tank. Now I'm feeding an empty tank to get algae growing. Duh!.
Already gave some away. If you want, bring your container or bag. They are all local. I will keep a few, the rest must go to another tank where they have enought to eat.
3 Urchins, 1 small long spine, 2 short spine.
Snails, mostly Narita. Form smal to big. From Black to striped to white to spotted. Yellow Ring Cowries about 8.
Hermits. Yellow tip. From very small to medium. 
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 12:18am CDT by Dawie22
Hi guys! In a bit of a situation. Was moving my tank and a smalll hairline crack appeared by the overflow hole . My overflow is on the right pane of my 4 foot system. At the top centre. I silliconed it now and filled to below the crack. How can I assess whether it will run? Its about 3 cm. Only have till sunday Afternoon. To sort this out. :blush: dawie
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 11:09pm CDT by 3chelon
Hey guys
I've just noticed these appear on the live-rock, could you guys pls help ID these, sorry if the pictures are not amazing.
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I have seen a few guys make storms in their tank and have lightning effects.
This is easy to do with bright white LED's and the effect does look great!
Now the question is, how does this affect the LS in your tank?
Does this not scare them shitless?
Is there any benefit in doing this, or just another useless effect?
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 9:32pm CDT by Tremayn
Hey guys.. What the best way to dose kalk to a system? Heard kalk reactors get damaged and so do the pumps in the ATO. How do you guys do it and how do you mix it up? Heard of using vinegar also to help the kalk to dissolve :)
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 8:48pm CDT by 3chelon
Hi guys
Was hoping you could help me ID these?
Thanks so much, first thing ever coming from liverock I've noticed, first tank I'm setting up :) Quite excited heh, no idea what these are tho?
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 8:42pm CDT by Jimbo
Various frags for saleCommon Names: Candy cane and green montipora cap
Scientific Names: -
Size of frags small, medium & large
How long have you had the frags? 3 years
Are the frags mounted? No
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Your location. Cape Town
Price: R50 to R200
Photo's: 
Notes: The photos are of the mother corals however the frags are obviously exactly the same. I have approx. 6 frags of the candy cane ranging from 3 heads to 10 heads and different size pieces of the green monti. Cheers, Jimbo.
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Hardware for saleThread title: ATB Deluxe Skimmer
Location: Freestate
Shipping or Collection only: Shipping
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: HI,
I bought this SKimmer brand new, unfortunatly it doesnt fit in my sump and my tank is already up and running so i wont be able to redo the whole sump.. This is really one of the best skimmers available..
The price is neg...
R 6300.00
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300 gallon peninsula at Ocean Park Inn lobby Tank
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Hi guys
I bought a dancing shrimp today. When I got home, I opened the lid of my tank to put the bag in the water. The bag hit a sharp corner on the tank and tore a hole. Before I could find the hole, the shrimp made his escape through the hole and straight into the tank.
Do you guys think he will be OK?
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 2:03pm CDT by Tremayn
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Base rock
Location: Lenasia
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hey guys I have Base rock for sale. I weighed it this morning incl a container and it was 26.3kg.. So lets just say its 25kg. Ill sell it for R30 per kg or R600 for the lot. I would prefer to sell it together. The rocks are extremely porous and are of a good size
These are rocks I put in my own DT (not for sale)
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If anyone is looking for something a little different for a nano, we have two fridmani orchid psuedochromis.
They are expensive but we will let them go at far below what they should go for.
Look at Poletta's article.
All Tropical Fish - Orchid Dottyback | Pseudochromis fridmani
Give us a shout.:)
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 12:40pm CDT by xtreme
So I introduce my P/Tang and Bi color angel in to QT 5 with the Y/tang, regal and Tenneti tang to see if they come along and to be dripped in only in one bucket this weekend to the DT.
Since yesterday the P/tang is covered in Don't really know its not spots it's more like 1mm white strains all over his body so I start the meds on the tank.
This morning I see my Bi color angel cleaning him:eek: can that be?
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 12:33pm CDT by xtreme
Just filled my frag tank and according to the glass thickness calculator 6mm will be safe with safety factor of 3.5 and yet there is a 5mm bend in the middle.
tank is 110cmL x 60cmW x water level at 40cmH and now have a bend of 5mm in the middle
How safe is it to use those calculators? If it safe I don't want bends in the middle and don't want to fit a rim either.
Now I have to fit a rim on a frag tank lol
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 12:15pm CDT by Naiema
We do have some great specials for today&tomorrow. Seachem Additives and Ocean Nutrition foods: less20%, 600l Aquamedic Salt R450, Damsels R49, Clowns R59, True Perculas in stock. Ph 0217122534/0826368990
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 11:47am CDT by Keeganp
Hello,
Has anybody seen cushion star eggs? I had a look this morning and I see some orange eggs on the top corner of my tank, I can only suspect that is the cushion star's, as they they the only one's that can get to the top right in the corner, unless is snail eggs? I have two local round shell snails...?
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 11:25am CDT by Alan
MASA staff have reviewed the above mentioned shops practices of late with unease, we acknowledge that members are upset and we have and will continue to through our own channels attempt to contact Trev and find out what has happened.
On face value is appears that the shop has closed down, however we acknowledge that there may be extenuating circumstances of which we have no knowledge. In a bid to protect members and in line with our sponsorship policy, we will be removing Trev as a sponsor as from today, until such time as we know what is happening after which we may or may not re-instate his sponsorship.
This will remain a closed thread until contact with Trev has been made.
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Posted: July 23rd, 2011, 10:26am CDT by Benanna
My tank has been running for 10 months now and would consider it reasonably mature.
Our LFS has some nice new LR from Indonesia or Malaysia (can't remember now) which arrived day before yesterday. Therefore, it has not cured yet. It however has minimal growth in terms of sponges etc.
There is a piece that I would really like and don't want it to be sold before I get.
Another reefer at the store mentioned that if my tank was mature enough I could add it to my tank without curing. Would this be a problem. Thoughts please.
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Hi everyone, due to the continued growth of MASA we have decided to add some new moderators to our team to help out on the forum and also to alleviate the workload on the current mods as they are getting a bit old now and can't keep up. :tt2:
Please join me in welcoming some fresh, young blood to the team,
459b,
Leslie Hempel,
Manic and
RiaanP. :)
Also, Neil H and Tobes have been moved up from Moderators to Super Moderators. :)
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As most probably know by now, I'm seriously looking for a proper Protein Skimmer for my Boyu TL-450..:(..The dimensions on this Tank is ridiculous..something like 7cm by 9cm..:eek:.. I'm short with a cm either way, no matter what "nano" Skimmer I'm looking at..:( Don't want to do Hang-On as I don't like the "sticking out at the back" of the Tank and then the Hood can't open fully neither, which would probably require another "cut-out" mod..."Worst case scenario"..power failure and water all over my plugs at the back..:blush::eek:
The only other option for me is if my "Skimmer Section" is on the outside of my Tank...My Tank has the Boyu Stand so I can "house" my Protein Skimmer there, inside the cupboard....that is possible..? A "sump" on the outside, basically just for the Internal Skimmer...
I'm looking at the Reeftek In-Sump TS1 Protein Skimmer...
Rated for:
Up to 350L
Foot Print Dimensions:
230mm x 150mm
Reaction Chamber Dimensions:
280mm High
100mm Diameter
Total Height Including Cup:
435mm
Pumps:
1 x King-2
Is it possible just to do a "sump" at the bottom of my cabinet to house it..if so, how big must it be...? Then the compartments in my Tank can be as follows: 1 is Filter Floss and PhosGuard, 2 is Filter Floss and Ammonia Absorbing Stones..at the moment everything is in 1 and the Boyu Skimmer is in 2....3 is my LR and 4 is currently my Heater....
In case of power failure, I settle for water all over the floor, but very fearful of water and electricity:eek:
If I can do it...could I please get some info on how the pumps would go.."in" which chamber.."out" which chamber..:blush::blush:
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All other livestockCommon Name: Anemone and breeding clown pair
Scientific Name: H.Malu
Size +-45cm
How long have you had it? 2 years
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Your location. Gordons bay
Price: R650
Photo's: 
Notes: Check thread for more pics
Do You Like Annie Die Anemoon(afrikaans) - Marine Aquariums of South Africa
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 11:03pm CDT by Tremayn
Hey guys! I just wanted to know if globe A is 14k will any other globe of 14K be the same?
I have a 14K globe which is bluish in colour but I need another 2 more. Will a reeftek or another brand give the same colour or do they differ the way a reeftek T5 and ATI differ? I heard that you dont get crap MH and they are pretty much all the same.
Thanks guys
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Hi all,
I have done allot of reading on this topic, but still not convinced that this is needed at all!
If you run a successful DSB with micro algea you should get the same or even better results.
Please point me in the right dicection if I'm missing the point here!
I'm sure it has a use, but can backfire on you in a bad way.
So would it be worth it spending R2.5k to R3k on this?
I will be running a phos and carbon reactor and maybe a Calcium reactor.
You input will be greatly apreaciated.
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 10:10pm CDT by SCOOBY
All other livestockCommon Name: Squamosa Clam
Scientific Name: -
Size 20cm
How long have you had it? 3 years
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Your location. JHB
Price: R 1500
Photo's: Got this 20 cm Squamosa Clam for sale.
Got him for 3 years.
Need the space.He is to big now.
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 6:52pm CDT by xtreme
Cool brand name:P
Ok so old is going out and new must come in.
The planning part
Tank idea
152cmL x 82cmW x 55cmH water level at 50cm
a cool 600Ltrs to fill
10mm glass, max size we can get here.
Still going with the slim line overflow at the back and cover my back pane with the Formica sheet I always use.
Maybe drill a hole both sides of the overflow for the returns ( first want to get the rotary return before I do that)
will rim the bottom for the pressure.
According to the glass thickness calculator with a safety factor of 4. very safe on 50cm water level the 10mm should be strong enough, don't know if I must fit a rim or not, best when finished to fill and see
what do I miss???
I have no clue about Close loop systems and don't know where the LR will be lol
What I do have so long is the following
1x Extreem in sump Skimmer for 900ltrs
3x 150W MH casings
This tank is going to sit on a wooden cabinet like I'm doing most of my tanks.
any ideas before I order the glass
Already got the quote on the wood
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 6:46pm CDT by Benanna
Hi everyone, calling all those clam fundi's. I got my first clam ever about 2 weeks ago. He or she is an awesome animal and doing very well.
Just a concern, I have a Midas Blenny who is constantly covering the clams mantle with substrate. Not directly, but when the Midas spits it into the water column it lands of the mantle.
The clam can't seem to get rid of it by itself, is it a problem? See photo below (sorry, quality of pic not great, taken with my phone.)
Thanks
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Hey Guys
A quick question,
I have started dosing kalk in my tank (with vinegar) method, i have also been dosing vodka for the past few months, should i continue with vodka dosing still?
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HI all
I finally got a tank lined up, will collect in August, I forgot that its my birthday coming up and my wife asked what I wanted so I told her! :whistling: but I have been reading so much about pumps, protein skimmers, salt, kalkwassers, lights, water flow, I have become a bit worried about what all is really needed! Please can someone direct me on a thread or some of your geniuses on marine aquariums tell me, once I get my tank, what will be next? Do I just add salt water and let it run for a month or what?
Thank you
:bigthumbup:
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 2:54pm CDT by Xereo
Well after the last few months ive come up with a "Good" sump design.
That i think it would be perfect..
Ive read so much online that my head is spinning.
Please tell me what you think of my new sump im going to put together.
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Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: odds and ends
Location: 4ways JHB
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hi chaps,
Have a few products for cheap to get rid of:
1. MaxiZorb Carbon 3kg @ R100ea (I have 2)
2. Reef Supplements Phosphate remover, 500ml @ R150ea (I have 2)
3. Rowaphos, 500ml @ R350 (1)
cheers
Jason
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 1:18pm CDT by Mc
Hi all
Just wondering if anyone can clear something up for me.
As I understand when RO water has a very low alkalinity I have tested this.
Because of this when the RO water is store for a while even a few days the pH drops quite alot I tested some water a few days ago and the pH was 6.0.
If you use this water to top up with what would the effect be?
I have tried to test after a top and the pH seems ok around 8.0.
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All you reef nuts.
We have peppermint shrimps
Beautiful ricordea florida
Masses of Mexican turbo's
Scribbled and personifer angels.
Fat and happy yellow tangs:).
Mini tank bred Bangai cardinals.
Tank bred, frozen food eating sea horses.:eek:
Crazy miss-barred Perculas.:biggrin:
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 12:12pm CDT by pXius
Hi guys,
One of the hermits I've had for 2 weeks now has been acting strange compared to the others in the tank.
He ALWAYS sits in once certain spot high up in the DT on some indo LR. Moving him anywhere else and he'll just go back to that spot, never seemed to feed much compared to the other hermit whom could probably eat a BigMac. :tt2:
Anyway, this morning I found some hermit legs/head on the substrate and his shell is in the spot where he always sits. Its empty though.
I cant tell if its molt or part crab, still has antenna and by the looks of it, eyes.
The only other inmates:
Other hermit, but to big to get to the tiny spot the dead/molted one now sits.
Foxface
2 percula's
some chromis
some turbo's
boxer shrimp which I've had for awhile now and has also molted awhile back, he's A ok though but very shy, only see him after lights out.
Cleaner shrimp (red skunk one)
long spined urchin (violet banded one)
That's it, so I doubt he has any predators.
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I have a 4ft around 250l tank cycling for a week now.
with 20kgs live rock, 20kgs crushed coral and a skimmer.
do i have to have a sump filter on can i use a canister filter on it. it is set up alread so dont want to redo everyting and am scared to drill the tank.
please advise.
thank you
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Hey ppl
I have some cheato over my dsb but it never seems to grow. Any ideas why?
Running for 6 months, got a hopar unit with 1 nano cube globe, its 18watts and runs from 9 pm to 6 am. DSB size is 150 h x 150 w x 600 l.
Is the problem that the lighting is not enough? If so what can i change it to and how close above the cheato should it be.
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Posted: July 22nd, 2011, 11:06am CDT by Mc
Hi all.
I woke up this morning to find my azure damsel was gone, no trace of him in or around the tank. :( Searched all over even took out the rocks that he could have been hiding under. Last saw him at about 10pm last night 6am no more fish.
The entrance to the sump is way too small for him to fit through.
I was wondering if its possible he could have been eaten by something in the tank?
He was about 4cm. There is one fairly smal hermit crab,one pom pom crab,one small pistol shrimp,and two nassarius snails. He was looking good last night eating fine no problems. Also the tank is ony 2meters away from my bed and Never heard anything strange. Im really confused.
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 12:18am CDT by pXius
Like the title says.
I needs some of da green stuff :p :sifone::sifone::sifone:
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So I get home tonight to find my floor soaked, looked everywhere for the leak and then saw it, my sump had cracked from where the skimmer pipe goes into the first chamber to the bottom. Obviously I need to be more careful in future when I put the skimmer cup back on.:(
But never fear Adriaan from IM will be here to fix in the morning, now thats what I call service. Hopefully my Vortecks will keep everything going till tomorrow night when I can fill up again.
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 10:58pm CDT by pXius
What do you guys use?
My glass is 10mm and the magnets I've used just don't seem to cut it.
I don't want to get into the tank every time I've got some tough algae.
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 10:54pm CDT by Paul B
I really built this evaporative chiller for my blackworm tank but here in NY it is almost 100 degrees now so I transfered it to my reef for a while. It chilled my worm tank down to 65 degrees but that is only about one gallon.
I will see how much it chills my 100 gallon reef. If it works I will put this back on the worms and build a larger one for the reef.
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 10:44pm CDT by Seabass
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Hi guys i am excited about finally starting setting up the weekend but now my sump looks too small.
Your advice will be much needed & appreciated.
Below is a pic of my sump with a diagram of the dimensions.
My DT dimensions 1500H 800H 700L = 700+ L
Thanks in advance.....
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 9:23pm CDT by Ross
Hry Guys, I was looking at my tank after the MH went out and I noticed this little guy on my Clam. It looks like a teapot to me. Soft with a mouth that reacts to light and fish and then a trunk of some sort sticking out the side.
I would say all in all it is just under 2cm in height and the round chubby body is about just under 1cm in dia at the widest point.
It does seem to move as I have not seen it before and even since I saw it, It has moved a little on the clam.
Sorry the pic is with my Phone as I did not want to miss it incase it got away and was not seen again.
It is on its side compared to my sketch....
Any ideas...
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 8:42pm CDT by Len
Finally convinced myself and my family that it is time for another marine tank . This will be our 3rd.
The first one was a converted 20l trickle filter tank with a rock and mushrooms, a blenny and a clown, an absolute pleasure, no issues, had lots of fun and hours watching things coming out of the rock.
Having kept Discusses for years, this was "so easy" and interesting that we upgraded to this one:
My "new" 24 gallon JBJ Nano - Page 2 - Marine Aquariums of South Africa
Loved it, just started to get the hang of it and then it got wiped out completely by Bryopsis (beware, it all started from 1 strand on an LPS branch that I bought).
Torch and macro green algae - Marine Aquariums of South Africa
As my objective is still to keep an anemone one day I did a bit more homework this time. Decided to again go with a nano with a 150w MH and chiller.
Want a tank with lots of movement and colour, so will focus on LPS, with small peaceful, interesting fish and a bubble tip anemone after a year or so. Seeing the new mini carpets, may just slip one in as well then.
I travel a lot, so it has to be simple, and must be able to run with minimal help (water changes only, if easy to do) for at least two weeks at a time. :wubclub:
Tank:
It is a 128l (note, this tank is not 180l as "advertised") Boyu HS-60 on a Boyu stand.
Filtration
Natural:
8kg of live rock and a 5cm (16kg) of CaribSea Aragonite Seaflor Special Grade Reef Sand in the DT.
I have placed the rock on a hidden framework of acrylic rods for stability and better flow.
Mechanical:
I run a WG-308 Boyu Protein Skimmer doing 120l/h (still planning to upgrade this to a Hydor or Tunes) in my first compartment
Also "constructed" a DYI quick release bracket for filter floss between the second and third compartment.
Chemical
I build a DIY media basket out of acrylic sheet (pls PM me if you want the local guy who help me cut this stuff, he is amazing). It has four compartments:
Bottom: still empty but planning to add a Nitrate resin product (still deciding which one)
Second: 250ml Purigen
Third: 330g Chemi-pure Elite
Top: 50g Kent Marine Phosphate Sponge (intermittent)
Refigium (in progress)
I will used the last compartment as a small refigium. The rock with sit in a media basket, and cheato on top. Main purpose is pods, not so much filtration.
Biological
Used Prodibo StopAmmo and BioDigest for startup, will continue with BioDigest
Flow
The main circulation pump I upgraded to a SICCE Extrema pump (2,500l/h 2.5m 32w). I plumbed this straight into my chiller, with the return going directly into the DT. Was very worried about the overflow and chiller being able to handling it, but it works like a charm. Silent as well.
I have an Aqua Medic wave 4 plug controller linked to an assortment of wave makers in the DT:
Tunes Nano Turbell 2500 lph
Seio M620 Super Flow Pump 2400 lph
Seio Prop 320 Super Flow Pump 1200 lph
I had the Tunes, and wanted to test flow rates first, so bough the Seio's, may upgrade them later to something else. Tunes moves the water beautifully, I am not impress with the Seio M series, liked the form factor, but for the size it hardly moves the water and it is expensive once you have added the magnet. The prop pump is not to bad for the size and cost.
I run the controller on a slow change cycle to spare the pumps. (The Seio often start in reverse as well?).
Also got a Seio Prop 320 (1200lph) in the refugium to blast clean it (and get some pods out) every now and then. The refugium is fed by a 350lph pump.
Lighting
Running the stock standard 150w MH unit in the hood (twin fan cooled) with the no-name 14000K bulb.
Also got two NANO-GLO LED magnetic lights with 4 x 2W LEDs each for the refugium. (Have not set them up yet, still got to get the black rapping off the back area of the tank).
Temperature
Hailea HC 250A Chiller and a 150W electronic heater.
CUC
1 x fighting conch
2 x mecican turbo's
1 x Nassatius Snail
1 x Stomatella Snail
1 x electric blue Hermit
Calcinus elegans (looking for a new tank)
2 x Pop-Pom Crabs
Corals
So far I have only added a small rock with Zoanthid polyps last night.
Fish and others
None
Other
Ordered a Top-up unit, and may add a UV light later.
Here it is, been running for three weeks. So far so good, everything measuring OK, a very small amount of nitrate.
Big thanks to everyone that has helped.
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 8:41pm CDT by wrass
Halo :peroni:
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 5:42pm CDT by regis
Thought I would share, just picked up my new nano powerhead, its tiny, and a hang on dosing pump, do not know what i am going to use the doser for but anyway picks attached. the powerhead is 3watts.
it worked out to like R500 bucks for both shipped from kong kong, the powerhead is $10
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 5:29pm CDT by pXius
Hi people!
I've done quite a bit of research on the corals I want and I'm very specific about where I want to place them in the DT.
My problem is the area I want to place my soon-to-buy torch. My clowns have paired as far as I can tell because they rub up against each other quite a bit. I know hosting is not guaranteed, but its not what I'm trying to achieve anyway.
Things is, the spot I want to place my torch is the same spot my clowns tend to hang around a lot. From what I've read, should they host, they would take on quite a few different forms of LPS corals (should you not have a nennie, which I don't want atm).
From some threads I've read say that they could become quite bothersome to the torch and could even damage it. Other threads do indicate that when they host hammers, which are close to torch in LPS terms, they are fine and the hammer is not bothered.
Hammer coral is unfortunately not on my "to-get" list.
Ideally I would prefer it if they just left the torch alone. This will also be the 1st common "hostable" coral in the DT.
I really don't want to pass this torch because I have been searching for a dark greyish tentacle with a green tip for awhile now and I've already reserved this one for Saturday, unless of course anyone gives me good reason not to take it...
:whistling:
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 4:38pm CDT by Swimmer
Hi Guys,
Wanting to look at which sea-horses are currently available. Thought this weekend might make a nice JHB shop to shop experience. Any sponsors with stock or any sea-horse sightings at shops would be appreciated.
If you know of a supplier that has stock but is not a MASA sponsor please send me a PM in order to avoid any flaming :-)
Thank you
Andre
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HI ALL REEFER'S,
New Shipment lands tomorow afternoon, heres a sneak peak of what you could expect...
Pictures will only be up once the stock is settled:thumbup:
ALL MARINE FISH HAVE A 14 DAY LIFE GAURANTEE AFTER PURCHASE (50% CASH BACK ON A CASH PURCHASE) T&C APPLY
Please note guys that prices are rough estimations, price varies according to the size of the livestock
2 * Acanthurus tennenti
[SM] -
Leiutenant Surgeon Fish R280
2 * Ctenochaetus strigosus [
SM] -
Yellow eye Surgeon Fish R180
1 * Chaetodontoplus duboulayi
(MD)- Scribbled Angelfish R2400
2 * Zebrasoma Desjardini
( Red Sea) -
Sailfin Tang (SM) R350
10 * Lysmata amboinensis
<MED> - Hippolis Matha R90
2 * Chaetodontoplus Personifer -
Personifer Angel (MD) R1900
2 * Odonus niger
(MD) - Blue Trigger Fish R180
2 * Pomocanthus imperator
<Very SM> - Emperor Angelfish R350
3 * Anthias squamipinnis Female -
Red Coral Perch R98
2 * Amphiprion Percula (1.5"-1.8") -
True Percula (Captive Bred) Clown Fish R90
32 * Nerita polita (Turbo snail) -
Turbo Snail R25
1 * Acanthurus Achilles -
Achilles Tang (MD) R2900
1 * Acanthurus Achilles -
Achilles Tang (SM) R 2500
2 * Clypeaster Australasias -
UFO Star Fish (SM) R150
1 * Chaetodeontoplus septentrionalis -
Blue Line Angel [SM/MD] R1500
10 * Anthias squamipinnis
Female - Red Coral Perch R98
18 * Escenius bicolor -
Red Tailed Blenny R80
2 * Centropyge multispinnis
(ML) - Blue Finned Angelfish R120
2 * Holocanthus xanthurus -
Golden scaled Angelfish R490
5 * Balistes Punctatus -
Golden Heart Triger (SM) R280
Amphiprion Ocellaris
(4-5CM) - Black Nemo Clown Fish(Captive bred) R150
Amphiprion Percula
(1.5"-1.8") - True Percula (Captive Bred) Clown Fish R95
Parasicyonis A -
Flourrescent Blue Carpet Anemone R1100
Macrophyngodon choati -
Red Leopard Wrasse (MD) R980
Pomocanthus maculosus < 4> -
Yellow bar Angel Fish R900
Nerita polita (Turbo snail) -
Turbo Snail R25
Cerithium caeruleum -
Black Sand Snale (in House) R25
Lysmata amboinensis
<LG> - Hippolis Matha R160
Cerithium caeruleum -
Black Sand Snale (in House) R25
Trading hours:
Tue - Fri 10am - 6pm
Sat - Sun 10am - 3pm
Mondays & public holidays closed
Email:
oceansoncpt@gmail.com
tel: 021 552 7553
OCEANSON AQUARIUM
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 3:22pm CDT by lanzo
Hi
Im Glad to announche that we finally received stock of the CAL AQUA LAB products for Planted tanks...those that are big in planted tanks will know how nice these products are:
Here with pictures:
Please mail me directly to get prices:
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 3:08pm CDT by lanzo
Hi guys we received a small order today:
30 Pepperment Shrimps
30 Hermit crabs
20 Royal Grammas...not the false grammas
4 Pearly Jawfish
25 Mexican Turbo's
Best Regards
Dorry Pets
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 1:58pm CDT by Moolis
Hi as I told you we planed a few surprises for you;)
Well this is one of them:thumbup:
Only R155-00 each for the following species.
37 Cladelias - 7 sold already:lol:
26 Sinularias
10 Kenya trees
Only paid for specimens are deemed sold - PLEASE guys if you book and do not take it you inconvenience a lot of other reefers and that is not fair:blush:
So lets all have a :1:
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 1:49pm CDT by williet
Hi all
I will be doing "Die Groot Trek" at the end of the month (July) and I am in desperate need of a large container to store at least 800L of Seawater in for a day.
I am moving in the same complex between two houses and I have no way to temporarily store my sea water until I have moved the tank to its new home.
I also can't start new as I will be leaving in a month for NZ for the world Cup!!!!:thumbup:
Anybody ????
Anybody who can help me ? I will hire it from you ????
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Hey All,
We're off to Umhlanga in two weeks, are there any nice spots closeby for catching some fish or getting some local zoas? etc?
Thanks :peroni:
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 12:46pm CDT by xtreme
Hi all and moderators
I think this crazy looking dude should be a type of guru or adviser on this forum
If there is some info needed he is always willing to help.
He even some times pops up in a thread with stuff he have red in between the lines that we never saw!
I don't know what you guys think but he sure did help me a lot:yeahdude:
With this I thank you good sir with helping me out on lot of queries and reading some post with your answers to similar problems I have had.
Make his name in bold pink:tt2:
What do you guys think?
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 11:47am CDT by Naiema
We had some new shipments and fish are looking good. Regals Tangs, Indian Sailfin Tangs, Vlamingis, Coral Beauties,Bi Colours and Rusty Angels, Niger Triggers, True perculas,common Clowns,Banggai Cardinals,Green Chromis,Damsels, Lions,Mandarins, Diamond Back gobies and more. Ph 0217122534/0826368990.
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Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Complete system for sale
Location: Brakpan
Shipping or Collection only: Collection Only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: I am selling my tank as a complete unit. Do not want to sell as seperate items, otherwise all the livestock goes and I still sit with a tank... ;)
TOTAL PRICE - A give-away at R1500, lock stock and barrel!!!
PLEASE CONTACT ME IF INTERESTED, THEN I CAN EMAIL YOU MORE PHOTOS IF YOU NEED...;)
Setup Includes:
Tank: 700x450x450 with stand and cabinet. Has a skinny overflow, with two overflow pipes at bottom of tank.
Sump: Standard 2ft sump, with DSB made out of playsand and arag alive
Lights:
1x 18W T8 + Ballast
1x Dual 24W T5 with Ballast
1x 6W Cree LED unit
Flow: 2x SunSun Vibration Pumps
1x JBJ Wave maker Controller
1x Return Pump
1x 300W Heater
Livestock:
1x Magniffica Anemone
1x Perc Clown
4x Black Damsel
1x Pixie Hawkfish
1x Halloween Hermit Crab
1x Hawain Blue Legged Hermit
Coral:
1x Large Colt Coral
1x Large rock with star polyps
1x Large rock with +/- 20 mushrooms
1x Medium sized rock with plenty yellow polyps
3x Medium rocks with zoa's (red, green and orange variation)
+/- 2-3kg's LR
FTS:
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 11:10am CDT by rakabos
So as a lot of u know I have a softie tank crammed with zoas, palys etc
Yesterday i caught my naso eating a zoa, and also saw the day before a sailfin wiping out a colony of blue clove polyps
They get feed a lot, mysis, brine, nori, pellets, flakes. So i was thinking a lack of grazing space, as there is so much coral. And too much coral being too much of a temptation ?
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HI Guys
In the past 2 weeks, I have almost bought a Tank and then something happens to prevent me buying it, like the last on where I was going to buy 1.2m tank and on the day I wanted to pay the TAX man send me a great email saying I owe R2000,:censored: anyway enough of that crap, I was told from a friend who gave up a marine tank years ago, If I want to start a marine tank I must, buy a big tank, anything from 1.2m and up, he said its easier to maintain? Is this true!
Thank you
:tomcat:
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 9:36am CDT by Keeganp
Hi guys
has anybody ever used tetratec external canister with their set-up, is it worth the while or am I wasting my time? I have a Juwel tank which still has the original filter in it, I want to remove it and add this canister filter. could I put carbon in there and also some sort of phos remover?
Thanks.
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Posted: July 21st, 2011, 9:22am CDT by Ridwaan
Howzit Guys...
I am looking for a 250w MH pendant that is maximum 100cm in length for my new cube.
If it has 2 X 250w MH, that would be a plus...
I will consider Giesamann, AquaMedic etc...
:thumbup:
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Hi guy, i just started a 4ft marine tank this past saturday. and was asked by rob at Idol marine to join this form for advise and help.
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Hardware for saleThread title: Hailea HC-500A chiller for sale
Location: JHB, 4ways
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Like new - Hailer HC-500A chiller - rated to 1000 litres.
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R3500
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 10:48pm CDT by rugs
Hi All, we have landed a stunning MAC approved fish shipment which includes the likes of purple tangs:yeahdude:, sailfin tangs, red fox faces, yellow fox faces and much much more....such a stunning shipment is only done justice with some great prices;),so call the shop on 021-762 3099 even better just pop around we also have some great in store specials.:thumbup:
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 10:23pm CDT by Orka
Hi all I have just started and have been busy on the other forum. I found this forum and thought I might get another perspective.
I live in the W/C and have just had a 2000x780x700 display tank and a 1200 sump built by Francois @ SARK very helpful and noshit
Tank Specs
Display 2000 X 780 X700
Sump
Tunze 7095 Controller
Tunze 6105 X 2
Halea HX 6550 Return pump
Aquamedic Reactors X 2
Auto top up
Aquaray Multi Controller
Aquaray 1000 LED X 4
Reef Octopus PS3000 Int
300 W Heaters X 2
I have just put in 40kgs of fresh live rock and now I am waiting for the cycle to start
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 10:23pm CDT by FINatic
Hi can anyone tell me weather box fish poison the water when they die. Cuz mine died and now all my corals look very unhappy.
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Any thoughts on this skimmer? apparently I'm the very first owner of one in SA, very impressive grid impeller, will be installing it soon, but skims tap water like a beast.
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anyone can help me id and how to remove this algae thanks
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 10:11pm CDT by Slagter
Hardware for saleThread title: Prodibio Stuff for Sale
Location: Randburg JHB
Shipping or Collection only: Buyer pays for shipping
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hey guys
I have 3 x 30 vial boxes of Prodibio stuff. Unopened. Since I'm shutting down, it's pointless keeping them.
1 x Bioptim.
R300 per box. - 30 vials.
I also have 18 Vials of Reefbooster: R180, 10 vials of Biodigest R100 and 12 Vials of Bioptim R120
Sean
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 9:44pm CDT by pXius
Just got a new foxface, dripped for 2 hours and introduced to the display.
I'm a bit worried though, at first it got those brown spots when they are stressed and now but he's in the back corner of the tank looking a bit weak and not moving much. Spikes are raised aswell.
Checked all tge parameters,
Nitrats are 0
Po 4 is 0
Ph 8.4
Kh 9
Cal 430
Other inmates,
2 percula,s
5 chromis
Hermits, cleaner shrimp and some turbo's.
Almost like he cant breath.
Water has tons of surface atigation aswell....
Help me out
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Hi there All
I have two healthy surgeon major's and already have a bigger one in my tank, would anyone like them
Please let me know asap
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 9:25pm CDT by seank
Sooooo gents and gals......
I need some help. I have seen during the last year or so a lot of "new" things being used in reef tanks.
I am still coming from the "waterchange, dsb and skimmer age" , and need to learn the new things= to keep up and not stay behind.
I have heard of some pellets, vinigar, sugar, vodka etc people uses and need to learn more.
Please give me a simple breakdown of what to use when and how, to be able to get nutrients low- as The way I understand things, is that it brings out the colour in coral, getting more bacteria etc.
Sooooo, shoot away with the INFORMATIVE POSTS.... Ohhh, and thank you in advance for not going to confuse me
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hey masa.
Ive been reading alot about how nennies walked and got stuck in wavemakers,powerheads etc.
Can you maybe tell how you nennie proofed your system? It would be interesting to see how you guys have done it? Thats if theres different ways of doing it?
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Hardware for saleThread title: Hailea 1/2 HP Chiller
Location: JHB, 4ways
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hi Guys,
I have a 1/2 HP Chiller for sale (rated to 1000L). Letting it go for only R3500 - its like new
Cheers
Jason
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 7:29pm CDT by Tony
Hi all. I like these guys so much that I though I would share a few pics. They arent the greatest-taken with my i phone.
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Hi I'm looking at buying a Reeftek TS1 for the 250l system and I was wondering if it would adequetly do the job or should I get a bigger skimmer.
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 4:43pm CDT by saaid
Last night my anemone decided to go for a trip around the aquarium. Sadly this morning I woke to find him jammed in the wave maker (Resun 15000L) so much so that I had to dismantle it to get him out. No idea how he got in there either. He lost half his tentacles but still alive. Will he be able to recover from this? What should I do?
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 4:19pm CDT by Ari
I just recently purchased a pair of tank bred ocelleris clownfish. It has been 5 days now and they just nibble the flakes not really eat it. They look happy to me, they swim around etc. But the bigger clown's mouth is open and stays like that her lips are a bit white. Please help:(
Picture 1:
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Posted: July 20th, 2011, 3:42pm CDT by Xereo
Well i was just thinking.
It would be nice to have an Irc live chat system in place for the website :)
I dunno let me know what you guys think
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Hey all
I am getting a phosphate reactor (two fishies) and would like to know what media type you use and what would you recommend. I will also be adding carbon. All advice will be appreciated. So please let me know what you use etc.
Thanks
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I've been reading and searching the Forum and have found so many Nano Protein Skimmers that I'm at a loss...:(
I've been looking at this one and I would like to know from those who have a BOYU TL450 if it would fit..I'll give a Link to the Dimensions at the bottom...this seems like it would fit, but I'm not sure about the measurements around the Collection Cup...somehow it looks like I can't sink the cup further and that might cause my lid not to close...please bare in mind my measurements can leave much to be desired..:blush:
TMC: Aquarium Products - V2Skim Compact Protein Skimmers
Dimensions:
http://www.warehouse-aquatics.co.uk/...dimensions.pdf
If you know of any other Protein Skimmers that would fit in my current space, I think mine is roughly 9cm x 7cm...I'll love to hear from you...most of the one's that fall under Nano still seem to be either to wide or too long...I am in soooooo need of a decent Skimmer and seriously have to do some homework...:eek:
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Hi all, weve just recieved some of the new Red sea test kits and ive used some for shop use - they are great !
They have a nice sturdy case for each kit , so theres now tatty boxes to try keep dry and neat.
The nitrate also has a great Turndile colour comparison chart,to match up the reading accuratly.
Have a look.
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Hi Hennie
I am planning a 600x600x550 tank. My sump will be bigger than the display tank, since I want to incorporate a dsb and top-up part.
I want to make the stand 900(l) x 800(w) x 800(h). A top (formica or something) will be placed on top of the stand, for the tank to stand on.
I have read somewhere (cant find it anywhere now) that angle iron is stronger than square tubing...? It should also be cheaper to galvanize.
I don't want a center leg, since I want to be able to work in the sump freely, so the question is:
1. Angle iron or square tubing?
2. What wall thickness and width?
Thanks
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 9:31pm CDT by vinesh
Hi All,
Please help! My new marine tank has been running for 4 weeks now. I have live rock, 1 star polyp and 1 mushroom ?polyp. A few days ago I noticed lots and lots of little creepy crawlies on the glass and tank bed.They, for lack of a better description, look like lice!!! The largest specimen I have seen is about 5mm long, they have a pair of longish feelers and are off-white to transparent in colour.
My water parameters are all 100%, this includes temp, SG, pH, Phos, Nitrites, Ammonia and kH approx 9.
Is it time to introduce the clean up crew?
What are they? What do I do?
HELP! HELP! HELP!
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 9:21pm CDT by pXius
I would just like to hear your opinion on cleaning the outside glass of your tank?
I personally spray into a polishing cloth and then wipe her down, not wanting the chemicals in the air and all.
What chemicals do you guys/gals use?
And secondly, scratches... Are there any ways of making them a little bit less of an eyesore? I bought a new algae magnet today only to scratch my front glass panel on the first use. A bit (*&^&*&^ about that :cursing:
Any recomended recommended magnets, not skimping on this area again... :lol:
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Hi Guys.
Great news.:thumbup: The DD H2Ocean Pro reef salt has finally arrived.
Please read below for more information on the salt.
The salt should be at all your favourite LFS soon.
The retail price should be under R900.00 for a 23 KG bucket and a 6.6KG bucket R290.00
If you are having trouble locating this salt please contact me and we can deliver to you.:)
H2Ocean Pro+ Premium Reef SaltVoted Best in TestBy Practical Fishkeeping Magazine.
At 35ppt this salt is the closest to natural seawater in our test, and at
35.5ppt it has even higher calcium and magnesium levels without dropping
the alkalinity too much. It dissolves quickly and is perfect for those who
dont want to mess around with supplements.
H2Ocean is an excellent all-rounder that has the added advantage of
having its levels of calcium, alkalinity and magnesium at the right level for
reef tanks.All tests considered, this was the best marine salt in our lab test.Natural SaltH2Ocean is a pro formula aquarium salt - produced by a solar evaporative process which produces a totally natural base salt where all of
the main and trace elements are in complete balance as nature intended.
The pure natural salt is then specially enhanced for aquarium use by elevating specifi c elements that over time become depleted, such as
calcium and magnesium which are used by corals and coralline algae for growth.
Its natural origin ensures that the salt contains all 70 main and trace elements in the correct proportions mixed to a homogeneous blend
by nature.
Balanced FormulaIn nature there is a natural balance between the calcium, alkalinity and magnesium levels. Many salts are found to be either unnaturally
high in calcium or high in alkalinity and therefore with these salts either extra buffer or extra calcium is required to be added to return the
natural balance.
With H2Ocean Pro+ the calcium and alkalinity are in the correct ratios keeping the ionic balance in equilibrium with natural levels which
is so important for healthy coral growth.ChemistryThe formulation for H2Ocean+ salt was developed by D-D following many months of testing and evaluation. The salt is designed to
dissolve quickly and easily and to have a specifi c chemistry which in our opinion is the optimum formulation to maintain a healthy reef and
allow regular water changes whilst maintaining a natural balance.
Calcium and magnesium levels are boosted to replace that used up through coral growth within the aquarium whereas chloride levels are
slightly lowered to allow post additions of calcium and magnesium chloride with a minimized affect on the chloride balance.
Parameters Level Range UnitspH 8.3 8.2 - 8.4
dKH 9.3 8.7 - 9.8
Calcium 440 430 - 460 mg/l
Magnesium 1340 1300 - 1380 mg/l
Chloride 19550 19960 - 20130 mg/l
Potassium 410 380 - 420 mg/l
Measured parameters when correctly mixed to a salinity of 35.5 ppt
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Looking for pink bird's nest
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 6:03pm CDT by Tremayn
Hey guys, Ive been having some GHA problems and my montis are loosing colour. I was dosing biodigest with vodka and it seemed to help when I was dosing 2 vials every 2 weeks. When I started dosing 1 vial a week then GHA started creeping up.. Now my biodigest is finished so I was wondering if I get BioClean, can I still use vodka or will the Bioclean give me a low nutrient environment?
Which do you guys think is better? Also, with vodka dosing, is it better to dose bacteria daily or according to the manufacturers directions (biodigest once every 2 weeks). I believe that when vodka dosing, the skimmer removes the nutrients along with the bacteria, so that would reduce the amount of good bacteria in the system? If that is true, then would it be better to use something like stability?
So what Im asking is, should I go:
1) BioClean only
2) BioClean with vodka
3) BioDigest with vodka or
4) Stability with vodka
Cost is also a factor :) .. Thanks guys :)
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 5:08pm CDT by dogstar
Sponsors and other please advise if you are selling salt.
Please advise the brand, quantity and how many litres it makes.
Thanks
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Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title:Entire 1.2m setup
Location:Fourways
Shipping or Collection only:Collection after 5pm
Photo's and description/list of items for sale:Hi everyone. Im selling my entire 1.2m setup as I'm travelling too often for work and wont be able to look after the tank properly.
Here is the system.
Notes:I will upload more pics of the engine room and hardware tomorrow. Camera is not co-operating
The following is a list of what is available.
Hardware etc
Tank, stand, cabinet and sump R1700 (minor scratches on display)
light pendant R2800 (2*150w mh and 2*54w t5's) (globes =7mnths old)
skimmer R1000 Aqua excell (very good skimmer, its a replica of a reef octopus)
phos reactor R450 (2 fishies) dibs flamming angel
auto top up R200 (DIY)
auto feeder R100
salt R300 (+- 3.5 kgs)
power head (3000lph) R50 (Sun sun)
powerhead (5000lph) R100 (Sun sun)
Heaters R200. (2 * 300watts @ R100 each)
additives and food R200.
Livestock and corals
live rock R50 pkg 10kgs CJT
regal tang R250. dibs flamming angel
fire goby R100. dibs flamming angel
copperband R375. (eats brine and aiptasia)
fire shrimp R100. dibs flamming angel
cleaner shrimp R90.
Lobster R100.
hermits R30. 2 available
turbo R40. 1 available
cone snail R40. 3 available
magnificent R250 Dibs furbz
candy cane R150
shroom rock (blue) R300
shroom rock (red) R300
ricordea rock R250 Dibs furbz
star polyps R80 dibs flamming angel
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 4:52pm CDT by George
Stellungnahme bezüglich des Artikels von Michael Sandford, William Straka, Sanjay Joshi bezüglich Flow Output of Aquarium Propeller Pumps
Der veröffentlichte Artikel über Strömungsmessungen in der Firma EcoTech USA zeigt auf, dass offensichtlich die Pumpen der genannten Firma gute Ergebnisse aufweisen. Aufgrund dieser wirtschaftlichen Zusammenhänge ist klar, dass die Messungen so ausgefallen sind, dass ein wirtschaftlicher Vorteil erreicht wird. Die Messanordnung, sowie die korrekte Berücksichtigung von Turbulenzen erscheinen jedoch nicht vollständig bearbeitet. Die hier gemessenen Pumpen der Mitbewerber haben alle keine Strömungsausrichtung zur Turbulenzreduzierung wie unsere Pumpen. Das Ergebnis ist, dass die Turbulenzen große Messfehler verursachen.
Als Erfinder dieser Pumpenklasse wurden wir oft kopiert, nun aber auch kritisiert. Wir stellen jedoch in Frage, ob diese Messung ein Beleg dafür ist, wie gut sich eine Pumpe tatsächlich im Aquarium eignet. Durch die Konstruktion erweisen sich TUNZE® Pumpen im Allgemeinen strömungsstärker am Riffgestein als Pumpen von anderen Anbietern. Dieses wichtige praktische Ergebnis langjähriger Forschung wurde ebenfalls nicht berücksichtigt.
Comment regarding the article by Michael Sandford, William Straka, Sanjay Joshi, regarding "
flow output of aquarium propeller pumps"
The published articles on flow measurements at EcoTech USA shows that obviously the pumps of this company have good results. Because of these economic relationships it is clear that the measurements used, had an issue in order to achieve an economic benefit. The measuring constellation and the correct consideration of turbulences appear, however, not to be fully processed. The measured pumps of competitors have no flow correction to reduce turbulences, like our pumps. The result is, that these turbulences cause a big measuring failure.
Since inventing this pump class in Jan 2002 and shown to the world at Interzoo May 2002, we have been copied many times. We put into question, however, that this measurement is only evidence of how suitable a pump has to be for an aquarium. Due to the construction of our pumps, it is proved in general, we have stronger, directional design for flow across the aquarium reef than other providers.This important practical result has also not taken into account.
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 3:35pm CDT by charlv
Howzit All
Want to go the NeoZeo method with stones.
Can i use Microbe-Lift special blend as bateria and leave mb7 when running NeoZeo method or do i need to dose mb7 aswell.
Did anybody tried this and what was the result.
Thanks Charl
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 1:57pm CDT by ThaneF
I came across this site and they have a "400w metal halide" replacement LED flood light - don't think it's quite 400w metal halide but an alternative?
Here are the specs:
Power consumption 100W
Voltage 220V
Lumens 8500
Beam angle 120°
Color temperature 2700 - 12000
Kelvin Warm White - White
Lifespan 30,000 hours
Product Width 185mm
Product Length 370mm
Product Height 289mm
Product Weight 5,300g
Package Width 190mm
Package Length 392mm
Package Height 292mmP
ackage Weight 5,500g
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If you put kalkwasser in your auto top up and it tops up with the milky water , how bad is the White in the top up water?
I know not to top up to much at a time and PH differences and all that, it is balanced with switches so it does not top up more than 200ml at any time that will be the max. Tank vol is 1200l
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We are currently running a special on our locally made Nanos.
These are professional nanos utilising the best equipment available to reefers today
Specs
TANK
400 x 400 x 400 tank 64 litres volume (6mm glass)
STAND
400 x 400 x 800 high
FLOW
2 X Hydor Koralia nano pumps (Magnet mount)
SKIMMER
Hydor Slim Skim (Magnet Mount)
LIGHTING
Solarmax 36 watt LED Unit
HEATER
Hydor Theo 100 watt heater
Launch price
R5499
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 12:32pm CDT by boetie
Hardware for saleThread title: resun wave maker
Location: randburg
Shipping or Collection only: colletction only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: still in the box 2 months old had it in my tank to strong for mi tank r650
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 12:30pm CDT by SchyffS
I wanted to get more detail from reefers that run ULNS together with NSW water changes only.
From reading through some members tank threads i realised that alot of them run ULNS together with NSW water changes, for eg, MUDSHARK (i may be wrong)
I wanted to know if using NSW is best run with ULNS systems as adding NSW can increase water parameters such phosphate and nitrates. NSW with less efficient filtration systems should rather stay away from NSW water changes.
What is the opinion of reefers currently maintaining their tanks with this method.
My logic is that a ULNS reef has virtually zero phosphates and nitrates, therefore by adding NSW it will not have any effect on the reef tank water parameters(dilution). Infact, my opinion is it will be good for the system as it will add deficient yet crucial chemicals etc.
Any thoughts....
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Hi all,
I'm in the process of shutting down my tank. Busy planning new tank that will be up and running by December.
All my fish and coral are visiting Frans in Hermanus, unfortunately his tank is too shallow to keep my Regal.
Is there any CPT reefers willing to keep him for me until December?
I really don't want to sell him, he is part of the family.
Thanks
Lean
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 12:01pm CDT by jacoc
I got this clam from Pet masters this weekend...yesterday I saw a strange little what looks like a tadpole about (1,5cm long)coming from the clams mouth...this morning I saw it again and when I wanted to suck it up it went in to the larger opening at the other end of the clam...It is transparent to white in colour with two eyes that looks like pces of glitter...I will try and take a pick when I see it again...my other question is ...Shouldn't the clam eat whatever enters its mouth...?
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 11:26am CDT by SIMS
Hi Sidney and Brin
Thanks for the effort in getting me my mini carpets. I finally had some time to take a few pics. Sorry they with my phone so not the greatest.
I had just done a waterchange so they were not all that happy.
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Can someone please draw me a diagram or explain how you can plumb a skimmer into the overflow? Planning the plumbing for me 850liter and need some ideas....:blush:
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Starting up my 850liter tank and need a skimmer :blush: reeftek dnw250 recirculating would be perfect
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 10:08am CDT by Furbz
Hi Guys,
We have a white iphone 3gs 32gig at home that is not being used so i thought it might as well go to someone who will use it.
the phone is in immaculate condition. it spent its entire life in a cover and this shows by its condition.
i have left it as it is as it will then come with certain apps not available in SA.
crazy birds being a win of a game!
i will post pictures later today as the phone is at home and i'm at work.
Regards
Furbz
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Dear MASA Members. I travel a fair amount, and having just started my marine aquarium, was wondering if anyone knew anything about remote cameras that could be viewed via the internet or cell phone. My wife has the basic instructions, but it would be great to view the latest developments via the world wide web... Any thoughts?
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Just want to say that the service one gets from Nathan is nothing short of spectacular, always friendly and willing to help. My skimmer pump packed up and was replaced no questions asked, the o-ring of the skimmer cup torn by me was also replaced. While I am waiting for my new Vertex Illumina he has been kind enough to lend me a unit in the interim. Give him a try you wont regret it.:thumbup:
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Posted: July 19th, 2011, 8:34am CDT by Sentari
Over the last 2 days my nennie decided to start walking around. It also didnt look to great. So i was wondering why...
Last night after looking closely i spotted another nennie. Sooo.... My nennie split.
They both looked very healthy last night.
My question is when do i start feeding again?
Really chuffed on it splitting!
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By
coraldiver at 2011-07-18
By
coraldiver at 2011-07-18
tank dims is 108"L X 20"D X 24"H
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 12:31am CDT by malooda
hi
i need to stick some pvc piping together, is this safe to use?
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 11:41pm CDT by 4age
Hardware for saleThread title: 1000litre flowbins for sale
Location: Cape Town
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: i have two 1000litre flow bins for sale.both have taps n cages. ideal for transporting water. 1 cage needs attention.will include one 100litre drum that was used as a filter on the one flowbin as well.
http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/n...a/IMG_0178.jpg
sorry bout that..for some reason the image uploader does not want to work..mods..please guide me
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 11:16pm CDT by jacoc
Some picks on the growth and change in the last year...
April 2010 just moved the tank from a mates house in roodepoort where it was standing for 3jr without any maintenance...one can see all the green grass that took over due to no controle..
top april 2010
January 2011
pics jan 2011
This is just after the move in april 2011 this year exactly one year since i took charge of the tank again...inbetween pics got lost due to pc crash
April 2011 after move ...some scaping shanges
here some new aditions to the system sps coral frags from @
Hermanus.. added 3 weeks ago pics taken same day..
some of these sps's has already shown growth all the glue is over grown and some new branching and tips ....will post pics after they been in for a month..
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 10:59pm CDT by herkie
I was given a tank with the dimensions 730l x 450h x 440w and would like to start it as a reef tank. The heat problems with my other tank that has MH lighting in it was bad last summer and I think I must go for T5's in this tank. I have never had a tank with t5 lighting and don't have a clue how many to use-please give your advice.
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 9:54pm CDT by jacoc
Here is my little reef set-up in progress...I bought the Jebo338 last week here on MASA in the for sale section and after I took ownership thought by myself.. WOW how small is this...But that thought changed as soon as I added the water in and saw the actual potential...I cant find much on the net or here on the forum re this tank and re-examples of how different systems was setup...so I will do this one on intuition...
The filter system compartment is very small and not much space for media material...First I wanted to start the system from scratch so to experience the whole cycle process and everything as I have actually forgotten all the excitement one goes threw in the first few weeks and the waiting to add stock..
Well that planning only lasted a day or two...I did a small water change on my existing tank and added some of my filter media to the Jebos filter and the water I got from the existing tank...a few small pc l/r and a coral or two to seed the new gravel and new filter media...now I need to get a few kilos matured l/r (5-7)..And leave the tank be for a while to settle...
Stocking the tank is going to be exciting as I plan sea horse and lots of different sea plants for the tank..Hopefully captive bred knysna horses..
I added a 150w heater and there is 2x white t5 8w jebo globe's i repaced yesterday and a extra 10w t8 blue moon that came with the tank whitch I will still change to a t5 or a actnic ...once i find the wright globe whitch ever come first...or maybe change to led's all together..
Side
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any1 selling lr in durban,
need for my nano
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 9:47pm CDT by Len
Hi
I came across this photo on this forum
Zook's 20g Shallow - Manhattan Reefs
I first thought it was an elegance coral, but never saw one with mutiple heads, looks more like a "branching" anemone . :w00t:
Can anyone pls tell me what it is?
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 9:42pm CDT by Fishman
Attention all divers, snorkelers and fish lovers. I've got a weeks timeshare at the lodge to let. Week 43, should be end of october (i'l check the exact dates) 6 sleeper, self catering, outdoor shower for the adventurous! And IMO one of the best beaches in S.A great fishing too...
R4000.00
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Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: My Cube for sale
Location: Durban
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hey guys
I'm selling my system as I'm going through a though time
ATM. The pictures speak for itself and I'll answer any questions on the tank.
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 7:51pm CDT by ZaxXx
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Test kits for sale : Salifert
Location: Durban
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: -PO4
-Ca
-Mg
-N03
-KH
All used about 3 times each... R700 for all
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 6:37pm CDT by Arries
I think its a kind of urchin...if anybody can I'd it plz and maby give me bit of info...good or bad, reef safe, and maby wot it feeds on??thanx guys...
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I was recently diagnosed with a serious disease, I think most of you have it... I have had signs' of this reefing-bug in me, since I saw a marine tank for the very first time when I was still in Primary school!
Background: I had a 1.2m setup that I took over from my brother in law, and I had a lot of problems with it! I then started to buy equipment for a new 1.5m setup that I was planning. At the beginning of the year I moved, and after careful consideration, I decided to stop the hobby. :( I was to busy with work, and the hobby became to expensive. Even though I decided to stop the hobby, the disease kept spreading, so now I am back, and planning a new system!
Bigger is not always better! :whistling: I decided to rather go smaller, and have an awesome tank, than to go bigger and never have any money, while still having an empty tank...
This is what I'm planning:
DT: 600 (l) x 600 (b) x 550 (h).
Sump: 800 (l) x 450 (w) x 350 (h) (Total system volume will be around 300 liters).
Auto Top-up: 800 (l) x 150 (w) x 400 (h)
Filtration: Reef Octopus NW-150 skimmer (rated for 650l)
DSB with macro algae (400x450) I'm trying to get the DSB as big as possible! It is not 75%, but at least 50%...
In tank flow: 1x Vortech MP40 (wanted to go with the MP10, but I'm afraid that it might be a little small...)
Circulation: Tunze Silence 3000l/h return pump.
Lighting: 1x 150w Metal Halide (14k) and 2x 24w T5's.
I will probably build the DT myself, and I am already busy with the sump. I want to build the tank in 10mm rimless, with a slimline CTC overflow, but I'm not sure what to do with the return lines... I would prefer it if the pipes enter the tank from the bottom (no pipes at the back), but how do you create a siphon break?
It will be a mixed reef, with zoa's at the bottom, LPS middle, and SPS at the top.
PS. I got a new Waterboy RO Unit! :thumbup: It is the 5 stage drinking water unit, with a few modifications... Prefilters, with a Filmtec RO membrane and then it splits to two outlets: The first goes through the taste filter and the storage tank for drinking water. The second line goes through a resin filter for the marines!
I know you want pics, but there are no pics yet... only plans in my head!
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 3:14pm CDT by Jeann1
Jeann1 has created a new social group called "Witbank Reef Club", with the following description:
Quote:
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Members in the Witbank area with Marine tanks.
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To join this group visit the
social groups homepage where this new group will be listed.
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I have a blue cheek goby. But having a bit of issues.
He dives down, picks up sand, goes up, sifts it, dropping it all over my Live rock, mostly the lower half of the tank. Now it's not too much of a problem to me, but I'd like to know, if he drops sand like this on corals (don't have yet but going to get some soon) will it be detrimental to them?
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Good day guys J
Ive recently bought an electronic dual ballast. Unfortunately I do not have a picture of it
but I have managed to read the wiring diagram and have tested the ballast. I was told that this is a T5 39W ballast, however I have read the lamp requirements and to me it looks like it can handle different lamps as well as their difference in wattage.
Below is what i have taken of the ballast :
Lamp
T8 38W-36W-30W-18W-15W
T5 FQ 39W-24W / T5 FH 14W
TC-L/TC-F 36W-24W-18W
Tell me if I am correct in saying that I could run two T8 lamps of any of the above wattage listed
as well as any of the above T5 lamps?
Also would the below work?
Could I run two T5 lamps, one at 39W and another at 24W ?
Could I run one T8 lamp at 30W and a T5 at 24W?
Also what does the FQ and the FH in the T5 category stand for?
And what type of lamps are the TC-L/TC-F ?
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Please upload your FTS pic in this thread, once you have uploaded your photo you may then enter the raffle.
Just to clarify for everyone,
there are 2 parts to this competition. Once you have uploaded your photo you must then go to the actual raffle itself and enter there -
Raffles http://www.marineaquariumsa.com/raffles.php
Rules and info here -
FTS Raffle - Marine Aquariums of South Africa
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Welcome to our first Raffle. :)
There are 3 prizes up for grabs:
R500 voucherR300 voucher
R200 voucher
These vouchers can be spent on any purchase at a sponsor of your choice. You will not receive cash, nor will you receive any change when using the voucher.
There is no 1st, 2nd or 3rd prize, the draw is completely random.
If you are one of the winners you will need to contact us to make arrangements before you go shopping.
To Enter:
Upload a recent FTS photo of your tank, the photo must be no older than the 1st July 2011, in this thread -
FTS pics for raffle - Marine Aquariums of South Africa, once you have uploaded your photo you may then enter the raffle.
The link to the raffle is in the "Community" drop down menu near the top of the page.
Any questions, please ask in this thread. Have fun and good luck. :thumbup:
Remember, this is not a judging competition, it doesn't matter what your tank looks like.:)
Rules:
1. All photo's must be newly taken photo's, no older than the 1st July 2011.
2. This Raffle is only open to members resident within South Africa.
3. Cash vouchers may ONLY be used at a participating sponsor shop. You will not receive the cash directly.
4. There is no time frame as to when you have to use the voucher.
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Posted: July 18th, 2011, 11:26am CDT by Tiger
Hi Reefers,
Dorry Pets will close today at 14:00
If you urgently need something, please come and pop in early today.;)
Business as usual from tomorrow.:thumbup:
Regards,
The Dorry Pets Team!!
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Various frags for saleCommon Names: Zoas
Scientific Names: -
Size of frags approx > 40 polyps
How long have you had the frags? had the colony 6 months approx
Are the frags mounted? Yes
Shipping or Collection only: collections
Your location. paulshof
Price: R100 - R150
Photo's: All the frags below need to go asap, preferably today afternoon or this week. Am at home by 6pm so collection can be then.
All frags are mounted to the rock, and these have many polyps. Photos arent very clear and you these dont show the entire frag so basically there is polyps in the back aswell.
Item 1 : R100
Item 2 : R130
Item 3 : R120
Item 4: R150
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I started up my tank some time ago and it is now cycled, with Ammonia, Nitrites at zero and nitrate levels at .05.
Now I'd like to get some frags in my tank, specifically looking for some nice colourfull zoas to start with, but I would take any easy corals to start with.
Anyone got some they'll give/sell to me?
Pretoria/JHB/Hartbeespoort.
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 12:52am CDT by saaid
hi guys,was doing a little clean up earlier (battling with cyano for 2 weeks now,dosing with NOPOX) and i found 2 critters. 1 being a white crab (about a pea size) with purple pincers and 2 being a or i assume a baby red lobster! i couldnt take a pic,hands were wet but watched them dissapear again. i believe they are a travelers from some LR i bought. there is another crab which i cant ID as he only comes out at night and i view him with a mini mag blue led light. anybody else experience such weird findings?:eek:
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I purchased a torch coral about 3 weeks ago.
After the first 3 days, i noticed it's "tentacles" started getting shorter until bit by bit, started dying. I noticed a brown slime on it. Looked it up and apparently it's a disease that corals can get. (Brown Jelly)
It's at a point now that the middle, top section is longer on some days and then goes short again.
The dead sections that were white are starting to get brownish algae on it.
The section below the healthier looking bit (middle), is touch and go. Think it's dying one day & then looking promising the next.
I've checked my parameters and all seems fine.
Advice i've been given, is to frag off the dead white parts(i've been sucking off the brown jelly as it's shown face by the way)& to bath it in temp controlled RO water.
I feel that's like asking a plumber to perform open heart surgery !
What's the best thing for me to do ?!
Awaiting your response !
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Whats the requirements for stocking a lion fish tank? i have a nano cube 600 x 600 x 600 whats your opinion?
1. What other fish can i add?
2. What corals can i add?
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Hey MAsa !
Until today, my tank has been thriving ! All live stock doing well !
My pride and joy, Ashley the Flame Angel has started to break out with white spot !
Why could this be and what can i do to save him !
All suggestions appreciated !
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Hi reefers
Hope Im not too late with this post, but I really need some help.
Got a nasty wake up call this Sunday morning when I looked at my tank.
Looked every where for the new mini carpet, when I discovered it got stuck on the cover of the pump. I switched off the pump to see if it wont move away on its own. But a closer inspection I noticed that about a third of the mini carpet was in the pump. And to make matters worse, I had to go in to work for an emergency and just quickly had time to save the mini.
Had the mini carpet since Tuesday (12/07/2011) and ever since was shy of the lights, was just hiding in the shadows and at back of the tank.
Had to cut a third off of the mini carpet and placed the mini carpet in a temporary bucket floating in tank.
So far it is alive, but not sticky anymore and it cant get a grip with its foot. Its not looking too good, but when I prick it, there is a quick movement.
Do I place it back in the main DT with pumps off for recovery? Or place it some where else?
Pump: Tunze nano stream (with default covers/grills)
Lights: 4x 54w T5s (2 white and 2 actinics, 1x 30w LED)
Water temp: 26
Ph: 8.3
Ca: 440
Mg: 1110 ppm
NO3: 0.25
PO4: 0.5
KH: 10
SG: 1.024
Tank is 10 months old.
Thank you in advance!
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 5:08pm CDT by Reefguy
Hi
I am thinking about getting a 8x39w Giesemann Matrix and would like to change the ballasts to Dali Ballasts. has anyone done this ,any info would be helpfull.
Thanks
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These triggers will jump.
Found mine on the tank bracing yesterday morning.
Dead!:eek:
Must have happened early the previous evening, so unfortunately it took the porcelain express back to the Indian ocean.
Tank has a full canopy, would have hoped a fish landing on the bracing would rattle its way back into the water, but it was not too be.
Good excuse to build a bigger FOWLR system!:blush: and upgrade to a clown trigger
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 2:32pm CDT by Fishman
Hey guyz. I'd like to introduce you to my tank. Completely diy'd. Tank, stand, lights, plumbing... Still busy though. So for now it's just "tiny cube", AWESOMENESS is still to come. Dimensions 360 x 360 x 250. Building another sump today, for the meantime i'm using a standard 1ft. Its a pico, so no real filtration was planned besides the 2kg's of liverock in the tank and a bag of carbon in the sump. dno if i should diy a skimmer, ats...the sump was intended to hide all equipment. the tank has a slimline over flow, and its drilled on the back pane. it was my first overflow so i messd up. My DT's water level is up to the glass, not a mm space! hectic i know. I dont plan on keeping any fooshies for obvious reasons. mayb just a fire shrimp or two, some softies if possible and a porcelain crab. for lighting it has an 18w pl tube. anyway enough talking!
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 2:16pm CDT by Mc
Can anyone Id this soft coral frag Im not sure what it is? The guy that gave it to me said its some kind of tree coral. I have been thinking maybe a colt coral just want to know if its getting enough light/flow.
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 1:43pm CDT by Jaredtk
Hi all, I need urgent help with my sea cucumber. It has not eaten or moved for about a week now. I have had th cucumber for almost a year now and it has grown three times its size from when I first got it, hence why there is something seriously wrong. Someone please help!!!
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 12:41pm CDT by BigFish
Hardware for saleThread title: IBC's
Location: Johannesburg
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 2 x 1000l IBC's for sale Been stored outside R500 each.
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 12:21pm CDT by ziyaadb
So my mate passed on his rics to me as they bleached in his tank.
see pics
My current mushrooms very healthy
Any ideas of how to get them back to looking awesome?
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Posted: July 17th, 2011, 10:21am CDT by ozzie
hi there looking for some corals for my tank please let me know if u have nay u would like to sell thanks steve
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Hi all
I am a newbie to be. Going to be starting my marine tank in a Jebo R338 during August.
There is so much info on marine aquariums so any advice would be greatly appreciated. Like, do I need a sump for a tank of this size? What type of vibration pump should I use? Recommended type & amount of substrate? What type of corals are recommended for beginners?
From what I have seen on the forum, the lighting may need to be modded to add an extra blue light. I would like to keep some clowns.
Looking forward the adventure ahead!
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Hi Guys
Just a reminder that our next meeting will be on Tuesday night 26 July at DUC
Thanks
Dave
:thumbup::peroni::peroni::peroni::peroni:
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Posted: July 16th, 2011, 8:37pm CDT by herkie
I notice just about everybody is happy with a salinity of 1024. It makes me wonder why, the salinity of our local waters are not nearly the same and varies quite a lot.
This year the water I collect is on average around 1022, but a few years ago when I started I always had to add fresh water to get the level down from readings of up to 1028. I seem to remember the water we collected for SK's concrete tank was around 1026.
I am using the same mechanical perspex tester and I have stripped it down and cleaned it to see if it does not give me a false reading due to settlement on the needle and it did not change.
These differences in readings does not seem to have any effect on the fish we get in the local waters and the bit of coral that have not been taken off the rocks does not seem to be unhappy either.
My question is why are we striving for 1024 when the reading from the oceans goes up and down?
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A bunch of the best looking guyz on MASA had a meeting at our flagship store!! :lol::lol:
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Posted: July 16th, 2011, 3:55pm CDT by Bakkies
Hi there,
I have a marine tank for approx 1 year now. Model: Jebo R3100. I catch 90% of my fish myself. I have now introduced soft coral into my tank and it seems to be going fairly well, but still seem to have a problem with red algae build up. Any tips for getting rid of it??? I administer strotium, iodine and magnesium and calcium on a weekly basis and do 20litre water change once a week. Please feel free to advise if I am doing anything wrong.
Bakkies
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Posted: July 16th, 2011, 1:32pm CDT by Christo
Hi everyone!
Does anyone use or thought of using
These pumps (Speck Pumps) as return
pumps?
Its normal spapumps!
I'm planning to, just going to make a
Sligth change to the pump!
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Posted: July 16th, 2011, 11:17am CDT by gaboon
I'm looking to try a different salt and need some suggestions, also want to cut back on spending on my tank so price is important too. The Red Sea Coral Pro sounds good but then there is the Seachem which is priced very well. On the other hand if anyone can convince me to go with the more expensive stuff I'll consider it (TM, Brightwells etc.) if its that much better.
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Posted: July 16th, 2011, 10:55am CDT by Naiema
We have some lovely week-end specials at Sams.Green Chromis,PJ Cardinals,Clowns R49,Lrg Yellow tangs R595,Lrg Scopas R149, Goldies R59,Butterflies R139,Stunning Clams R369. Lots more instore specials. Please call us on 0217122534/0826368990.
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This looks like it might be entertaining, coming soon to Animal Planet -
Tanked: A New Animal Planet Series : Video : Animal Planet
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 11:11pm CDT by erratiC
Hi all,
I was just doing some changes to my aquascaping and found that after I had moved a piece or LR that was propped against the back of the tank a carpet nennie had taken root half on the back pane and half on the piece of LR...
I didn't see this and pulled the piece of LR out of the water and found that i had split the poor thing in half right through it's mouth down to its foot.....
My question is this : Do i leave both pieces in the tank or do i take them/it out? Will it survive and "become two nennies" or should i remove it before it starts decomposing?
HELP! :(
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 10:48pm CDT by Mc
Hi all
I was just wondering if anyone can share any results that they have had with keeping ricordea florida and ricordea yuma next to each other?
I have heard the one will sting the other and may even kill it,
but can't seem to find any conclusive evidence.
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 10:22pm CDT by Loki
Hi Guys
I left my cube drying in a corner of the bedroom during the week.
When the vrou helped me pick it up she noticed that the domestic had damaged a corner while sweeping.:dft004:
Please help me assess the damage and please advise as to whether or not i should attempt to fill the tank.
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Hi Guys
Just a final reminder about the meeting tomorrow at 2pm at Elite Aquatics in Durbanville.
Free entry and snacks and refreshments will be served so feel free to join us.
Lastly ... there will be discounts for all MASA members !
Hope to see you all soon.
Ed
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 9:22pm CDT by herkie
I am not sure what ozone is, what it is used for, how one uses it. Please help educate me.
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Hi Guys
Just a final reminder about the meeting tomorrow at 2pm at Elite Aquatics in Durbanville.
Free entry and snacks and refreshments will be served so feel free to join us.
Lastly ... there will be discounts for all MASA members !
Hope to see you all soon.
Ed
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 9:05pm CDT by seank
Mods- dunno where to place this thread
Very interesting read:
Link:
Microbiology2009 - Bacterial Species and Their Importance in Coral Death
Various bacterial species have implications in
both coral health and death and methods to understand the microbial communities and disease processes of corals worldwide are becoming increasingly important. Coral reefs are an integral part of the marine ecosystem, providing habitats for a diverse spectrum of life, controlling the level of carbon dioxide in the ocean, and protecting coasts from strong currents. Researchers studying the normal microbial associations and disease-causing interactions are uncovering new and fascinating
information that changes our way of viewing coral health and death.
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Hi guys , got some nice corals - settled in since the 13th.
Here are some pics
ACROPORA R398.95
BLUE / GREEN ACAN - R429.95
fIGI LIVE ROCK -R179.95 P/KG
fOXTAIL CORAL - R279.95
bROWN FROGSPAWN - R298.95
GREEN GIANT CUP MUSHROOMS - R349.95
ORANGE & GREEN ACANS -R429.95
GONIAPORA R349.95
GREEN BRAINS - R349.95
lONG TENTICLE SAND ANEMONE- R249.95
MUSHROOM MALTI ROCK - R500
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Hi Guys I have some spare glass and want to cut down to build another tank. Anyone in the jhb area that can help.
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 8:14pm CDT by duanead
Hi guys tank is almost up and running just need some help on how I will be able to hang my lights
I've got a 2meter tank and my metal halide unit is 1,8meter long so ill have to use those cables you get with it to hang them,
But here is the tricky question the tank is on the 1st floor so there is a concrete ceiling,how am I going to hang them?
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SPECS
35 LITERS
LIGHTING
-1*24 WATT PC 6500K
-1*24 WATT PC 1400 K Can run hard or soft corals with these
-Moonlight 3* LED(BLUE)
-QUAD FILTER
- BUILT IN REFUGUIM WITH SEPERATE 5 WATT LIGHT
-TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FANS
-VENTURI PROTIEN SKIMMER
-PUMP 420 LITERS/HR
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SPECS
35LITERS
LIGHTING
-1*24 WATT PC 6500K
-1*24 WATT PC 1400 K Can run hard or soft corals with these
-Moonlight 3* LED(BLUE)
-QUAD FILTER
- BUILT IN REFUGUIM WITH SEPERATE 5 WATT LIGHT
-TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FANS
-VENTURI PROTIEN SKIMMER
-PUMP 420 LITERS/HR
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 6:53pm CDT by xtreme
Hi all
I always read threads with problems with low Ca, I never had a problem with Ca, but my kH dropping fast.
My wife phoned me yesterday and told me the birds nest coral branches is getting white and other thing looks bad to so I went to the shop and take a water sample and my kh is 4.8 all the other parm. is fine, why would that be?
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I have just installed an ozonizer to help with my algae problem, My tank has cycled with all water parameters back 0. Tank is looking good.
Added a FOXFACE as my first fish, he is looking really good. in addition i added a Blue Mushroom coral, i think this is the correct name for it.
i do need some advice on my Green Star polyp which has not opened for the last day and a half. It looks to be healthy with bright purple all over. I have read through some previous postings, and it seems as though sometimes this happens when they DETOX, can anyone add anything to this. I will watch and keep you posted.
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 4:08pm CDT by Moolis
Hi this is the next surprise I got.
The last time I ordered mini anemones I only got a limited amount. So this time I decided to order up to a 100, guess what I got?
Yes 100 mini anemones!!!!!!!!:thumbup::yeahdude::1:
And they are all collectors items!;):P
If you do not believe me......... look here are some of them:lol:
and
As i am posting this, reefers are taking some of them. So please do not book, come in and collect or send a friend but it will be very confusing to book and keep for anyone:(
Prices R250-00 and they are all so beautiful :P that no discounts will be given, except if you take more than 20.
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Any1 have a small reactor they wanting to sell cheap. Wanting to use it for carbon and phosphate.
thanks
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 2:54pm CDT by Moolis
Hi reefers
We ordered a few clams and somewhere something went wrong:(
WE RECEIVE 70 clams!!!!:eek:
The colours look GREAT:thumbup::yeahdude::thumbup::yeahdude: and a variety of sizes of all species (maxima, croceas and squamosa)
But with this amount of stock we need to do something SPECIAL
So if you are close to Pet Stop VISIT NOW
Other guys - i will post little later when i have dry hands so I could use the camera.
Prices will be out of this world!
Come and visit us TODAY:1:
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 1:43pm CDT by Xereo
Hey everyone.
Is there anyone with live rock to sell. Sponsors are to expensive lol
Let me know :)
:thumbup:
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 1:11pm CDT by tasneem
Hi yall
Fellow aquatic addict right here:thumbup: been tanking for about 3years now!! Have a beau u u u ti ful setup. Still fresh. 300lt marine dream.
Heavy into corals.
My first tank ( 450lt )was left at parents place which looks like a black mess overstocked with giant fish. But the new baby... no:3.... My husbands pride and joy ( supposed to be temporary setup ) has become our child!!
We both still farely green and can't wait to get some advice;)
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 12:59pm CDT by Evo R
Hey guys.
Im helping a friend setup a fowlr shop dispaly tank, but need some advice and sugestions.
The tank: Lenght either 1.2 or 1.5 m
Whith:450mm or 500mm max.
Height: 450mm to 600mm max.
What could one keep in such a medium size tank.Angels and tangs would be ideel but species and amount may be a problem.
Then Filtraion wise i was thinking in the line of a over rated skimmer and phos & carbon reactor and or a NP reactor.
Flow.....mediumish??
And lastly lighting. Was thinking 2 to 4 T5's should be more than enough. But what rating to go for, as we want the colours of the LS to really stand out.
O and the tank will be sort of a room devider with 3 viewing sides.
Any advise or suggestions would be welcomed!!
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 12:08pm CDT by danimal
Sorry about bad pic, snapped quickly on the cell running out the door this morning. It's a beautiful specimen, really happy with it.
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I am in Pretoria - want a decent kalk stirrer that would be able to cope with my few (but growing) SPS needs. As far as I understand it the best way would be between top-up and sump? I have a lot of evaporation.
Any advice also welcome.
Display is 500l, sump 220l
Thanks
Chris
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 10:14am CDT by Xereo
Ok yes i know ive been around for way to long and yes im still asking questions.
I need help understand what i need to keep LPS happy.
What are the basic Supplements i will need?
Dont go crazy on me here, i havnt been dosing anything into my tank besides Purple up.
and doing water changes. my Np pellet reactor should be up in a month.
I have nice carbon but i don't use it because i don't know what to use it for lol :)
I have a fluval canister Filter laying around, could i maybe use it for phos remover?
hmm what other questions ummm
Well this is my tank at the moment, yes i know i need more live rock :)
Maybe someone in cape town is getting rid of some for cheap :)
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Posted: July 15th, 2011, 8:57am CDT by Dawie22
Hi Guys,
Need some advice on designing a new sump. Have searched for similar threads but just cant find the info Im looking. I have a standard 4 foot system and want to build a new sump. The space I have available in the cabinet is 1m (length) x 0.4 m (width) and 0.5 m (height). I would like to run a DSB and have a reeftek TS2 skimmer. What width should the three compartments be? What height should the panes be so that I maintain the correct water height in the skimmer chamber and ensure the correct flow rate over the DSB? Do i need baffles?
Any help would be appreciated:peroni:
Thanks:thumbup:
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 1:11am CDT by Len
My Halia chiller has been in storage for two years. Started it up and it now has noisy fan. Were Can I take it in Cape Town for a service or to have the fan pulley replaced?
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 12:09am CDT by biona
Hi everyone, just became a member, just saying howzit to everyone.:thumbup:
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Muhahahahahahahahahaha
So i just finished with this setup, pulled out the exsiting skimmer and chucked in a reef octupus:thumbup:
Here is the specs:
[B]45 gallon / 180 L capacity
Size: 52 x 58 x 63 cm
Smooth rounded corners / 270° viewing angle
150 Watt HQI / 20000 K° or 14000 K°
Polished Stainless Steel Reflector
Dual Fan Cooling System
6 Led Moonlight
450 GPH flow rate
Power Protein Skimmer
Power Denitrator
Integraded 9W UV sterilizer
150W Submersible Heater
Complete hidden 3-stage Bio-Mechanical filtration
Filtration media included: Sponge, activated carbon, ceramic rings and bioballs
Innovative aquarium cover with variable sliding and elevation adjustment technology
Sealed Polycarbonate ( Acrylic ) lens/chamber protects lamps, ballasts and others electronics components from moisture, water contact and corrosion[/B]
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Hi, to everyone am amped to be a part of this community, thanx for having me!!:biggrin:
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 10:23pm CDT by saaid
hey guys,new to the marine world! i'll never look at a stone or rock the same way again because of this new found love i have.
my wife got me involved in it,when we met she had a 450L which now stands at her parents home since we couldnt move it when we got married.
since then we have acquired 4 tanks (60lt-fresh water-girls room ; 100lt jebo-tropical ; 300lt marine and 200lt marine corner pentagon i made which i have no place for)
its a serious addiction,perfection is a must but never will be because im always looking to do it better.i have patience but this hobby has taken a toll on me.
money in the pocket = LFS !!!:thumbup::biggrin:
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Hi Guys looking forward to seeing all of you at our shop in Durbanville for the Cape Town meeting. The meeting starts at 14h00 on Saturday 16 July 2011 and refreshments and snacks will be served .... unfortunately no Sushi lol!
WE WILL BE RUNNING SPECIALS EXCLUSIVELY TO MASA MEMBERS!
Feel free to contact our shop for directions etc - 021. 910-2915.
See you then!
Ed
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 7:25pm CDT by vinesh
Hi Everyone,
Sorry not famous yet, trying to get there. Just maybe my town will help!
I am new to the marine fish world. My set up is about three weeks old. Waiting for water to mature before introducing fish.
The reason I stumbled upon this site, is that I was actually looking for an inverter for my tank. Now having read all the discussions about pure vs modified sine wave, I am totally confused! Should I just invest in a modified sine wave inverter or do I really need pure sine wave?
Please help!
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The new orange spot sand sifter goby I got is doing an excellent job (maybe too good)...
I think she has eaten all the snail larvae by now...
Question: Will the fine dust that she chases up ever go away? It is all over my LR and floating around the DT constantly...
Advice would be appreciated...
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hey guys i have been playing around in the rock pools here in ballito, and i have found a few small rocks with some zoas and polyps on just a quick question i found a snail it has a beautiful shell but its really a strange snail when it comes out it look likes it loses the whole shell with itself and the other question found this small rock with zoas on and on the other side of the rock it look like a kind of mussel but there are these little heads that come out and looks like these tongues stick out of the heads i just want to know if both are reef safe or not and if i get home can i just put everything or should they be dipped sorry for the bad pics my bucket is black. thanks guys please let me know:yeahdude:
snail
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fluval 105 good condition pta. hans 0845677410
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 4:33pm CDT by SIMS
Hardware for saleThread title: Lighting components for sale
Location: Empangeni
Shipping or Collection only: inc. in sale
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hi
I have a ton of DIY lighting components. I have had these lying around for a while for 2 banks of tanks I have wanted to setup but I have now changed my mind.
50x4ft reflectors - R115 each
They are ~60mm wide and increase the par by around 65% IIRC when I was playing around. They are brand new with the protective covering.
100 - Endcaps - R25 each
2x54w Ballasts - dunno maybe 20 of them - R150 each
All inc. postage to your post office
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 3:59pm CDT by Moolis
Hi Reefers
What do you need your local Marine shop to keep in stock for you? Well everything would be the best answer.
That is exactly what we decided to do now. After the fire we had a detailed look at everything we stocked in the past and what els you would like us to have in stock.
Anthony Calfo was correct, we needed more stock and some specialized stock would not kill us either.
So this is the new marine hardware shelves. With more picks to follow.
Even some bigger aquariums
Look out for the RED SEA SALT Special -
email list customers - you know already;)
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 3:06pm CDT by Moolis
Betsie - Pet Stops own WW2 bomb?
Betsie is the main coral holding aquarium in Pet Stop.
She come with her own history, but more on that later.
Betsie have received her 1 coral yesterday and I have visions of what she would look like in the next few weeks, with all the stock we ordered.
Betsie after the first test fill. The water is milky due to the aragonite in the trays that was not cleaned thoroughly.
This what she looked like yesterday - first coral:)
If you miss it - look in the center of the pick., it is approximately fist size.
More details on what her specs are and what we did with her to follow.
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 3:04pm CDT by Xereo
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Hi all...
Great news everyone, we got Lots of SPS's, and corals in yesterday in yesterday!!:thumbup:
The list:
Green Anemone Coral - Heliofungia Actiniformis (1)
Elegant Bubble Coral - Catalaphyllia Jardenie (2)
Green Bubble Coral - Plerogyra Sinuosa (2)
Red Brain Coral - Trachphyllia Geoffroyi (1)
Coloureed Durian Coral - Galexea Fascicularis (1)
Yellow Flat Pagoda Coral - Turbinaria Peltata (1)
Coloured Echinopora Coral - Porites Spp (2)
Coloured Moon-meat coral - Scolymia Vitiensis (1)
Coloured Pineapple s - Gonipora Spp (1)
Acanthastrea Coral - Porites Spp (1)
Pineapple Coral - Favites Cpp (1)
Modern Teeth coral - Cynarina Sp. (1)
Fox Coral - Nemenzophyllia Sp. (1)
Super Red yoo Stone Branch Coral - Goniapora Sp. (1)
Modern Teeth Coral - Cynarina Sp. (1)
Big Pipe Coral - Blastmussi Wellsi (2)
Red Anemone Plate - Heliofungia Actiniformis (1)
Coloured Jewel Coral - Goniopora Stokesi (1)
Long Tentacles Green Yoo Stone Coral - Goniopora Spp (1)
Merulina coral- Merulina Ampliata (2)
Branched Pearl Coral - Euphylia cristata (2)
Hammer Coral dark green Coral - Euphyllia Spp (1)
Hammer Coral green Coral - Euphyllia Spp (1)
Green Anemone Coral - Euphyllia Sp. (1)
Dark Green Anemone Coral - Euphyllia Sp. (1)
Coloured teeth Coral - Cynarina Sp. (1)
Red Metalic Teeth Coral - Cynarina Sp. (1)
Metalic green Brain Coral - Trachphyllia Geoffroyi (1)
Coloured Branched Coral Breeded - Acropora Sp. (8)
CHeers:yeahdude:
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 2:38pm CDT by Moolis
Hi reefers
I get a lot of inquiries like:
- What is happening at Pet Stop now?
- Are you guys going to go as big into marines as you were before the fire?
- When will your coral tank (Betsie) have stock again?
- Is it worth my time to drive out to you guys?
- Why are you not posting as much as you previously did on MASA?
- I always got emails from you guys now I do not receive any :(?
So I decided to answer some of these in this thread.
Pet Stop officially reopened on the 28th of Mei, our marine department had only 12 000 liters of marine aquariums on that day. Since then we did restart all the normal aquariums we had before the fire and added a 3.2 x .75 x .75 meter reef display unit and do not forget "Betsie" our 2.3 x 1.3 x .75 coral holding aquarium. giving us 20 000++Liters of marine display aquariums.
The first real coral orders are landing next week (3 shipments - Kenya, Indonesia and Vietnam) and only then I would have the piece of mind to tell you all COME AND VISIT OUR NEW marine department.
Our future plans is to install 4 additional marine aquariums of 2.8 x .70 x .60 dimensions. The stands should be here next week and then the building would start.
All of these aquariums would be stocked like in the past leading to lots and lost of specimens to select from in the future, even more that before the fire.:yeahdude::yeahdude:
Betsie and the 3.2 "play aquarium" would each get their own thread :thumbup:
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 2:00pm CDT by Moolis
We need your assistance PLEASE!
We are currently evaluating all the changes we made to our business plan for the new shop. But is it what you our VERY IMPORTANT CUSTOMERS NEED /WANT or are we missing the point?????
We will not know unless we get some feedback from you:P, so could you PLEASE answer the following questions as honest as possible.
1. Where would you rate Pet Stop regarding the following:
a. Product range?
b. Staffs competence?
c. Competitive prices?
d. Shop layout?
e. The effectiveness of having departments with dedicated staff in them?
2. What do you think Pet Stop is doing different / better than other pet shops?
3. And then the nice one – If you were in charge of Pet Stop, what would you do different / change?
4. Other comments that you feel you could share with us?
Do understand that your answer would not be seen as an attack, but rather as a pointer as to where we need to go in the future:blush:. WE WANT TO MAKE YOUR EXPERIENCE IN Pet Stop THE BEST WE CAN :thumbup:
If you have not seen the new shop but still want to give us ideas and feedback of your general impressions of pet shops or Pet Stop before the fire, PLEASE do so and indicate this somewhere in your answers.;)
Pm or email your comments to moolis@
petstopsa.com PLEASE
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 1:50pm CDT by JsPLAYn
Let's hear the opinions guys ...... :thumbup:
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 1:31pm CDT by Junz
Howsit Guys,
I was browsing the net and came across Green easy, these guys have fantastic service and nice prices on LED's and other Lights,
I ordered a nice LED strip light for my tank and the owner was kind enough to help me work out how much led's i would need to get a nice shimmer effect in my tank.
Im just stoked to get such decent service for a change.
check them out
Home | Greeneasy
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hey guys iv got a boyu tl550, woke up this morning switched on my lights and my water was very cloudy??????? its gone away now but what is or could be the cause?? tank is +- 5months old
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Posted: July 14th, 2011, 12:40pm CDT by lanzo
Hi Guys
We landed a Huge coral shipment yesterday:thumbup:
The new big coral tank is now also full....we have a very big variety to choose from...and i mean a big variety!!
Ill upload some pictures later today
the rest will be uploaded to face book again.
We also landed Fiji Live Rock:yeahdude:
Remember Sundays we are open too
Happy Reefing
Dorry Pets
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Hi Guys
I am new to MASA; I operate a small public aquarium, approximately 35,000 litres.
If there is anybody that would like to transform their hobby into a job or is currently working in the trade and would like some new challenges then please contact me ASAP.
I am looking for an Aquarist that has good marine knowledge particularly of locally found endemic species to join our team. We specialise in displaying small sharks so experience in this area would be preferential also.
Accommodation and food will be provided. Please get in touch for more information.
Best Regards
Adam
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Hi All
I hope this is not a stupid question to ask, I hope its just a case of the saying there is no stupid question, but only a stupid answer, so before I think of buying anything and starting, i want to learn as much as I can, so if I can ask, would you tell me your mishaps in starting a Marine Tank, your knowledge will be greatly appreciated, it will help me, not make the same mistakes, and save time and money, I also hate losing life stock, which Im sure you all do too.
Thank you
:032:
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Hey guys.
Can you maybe give me an id on this macro algae. Ive fopund this on the net. Can you tell me more about it and also how do I keep it alive. I really like it. here is the one the id I know and then theres another one. here is a link to what Ive found . Its the pink red algae on the bottom of the pic. the bubble looking thingy.
ID please - Reef Central Online Community
What is this one. It looks like a seaweed of some sort
also if you can tell me if this ios good or bad and what I need to keep it alive.
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 11:56pm CDT by Arries
Hey all...I got a massive pincusion that I need 2 shrink or sumting as its getting WAY 2 big 4 my tank...Can they be fragged and will the fragged pieces grow again??Any help or advice will be very much appreciated...
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 10:53pm CDT by FINatic
Hi
I just introduced a new coral and a star fish in my tank. All was fine for bout two hour but now all of a sudden my tank has become really mirky. Could it be the new guys? The fish seem ok. I have attached a pic of the coral.
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 8:04pm CDT by pXius
Like the title says, I want one!
:p
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Hey Masa !
I've recently started up a 1000L tank & bought 2 light fittings.
All this time i thought that the MH's were 250w & i've just realised they are 150w.
Each light unit has 2 x 24w blue t5's & 1 x 150w MH.
It's a 2meter tank.
Do you think that the tank is under-lighted ? I think i know the answer, but just don't wanna accept it !!!! Those units were expensive !
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Hello everyone! I've just registered as I was told by two pet shops to come and read some forums and answer my many questions.
I've always known what a fish tank was and owned a 1m custom freshwater tank when I was younger. Now, when someone mentions fish tanks, I don't really mind, but this past weekend we were up in Jhb visiting family and I saw this little Jewel 128L tank with live rock the whole tut. I was blown away, and now, unfortunately I think I might be getting a new obsession..
I am very interested in getting a corner tank, space is limited, looking at about 200L as suggested that would be a great size to "play" with, so far the best deal I came across is a Buyo TL-550 as it comes with protein skimmer, filter, moon light, circulation pump and extractor fans. Very tempted to buy this, but it's square and only 128L. The other option is a Jewel Trigon 190L. Obviously excluding all extras and much more expensive though. I do know that I want a semi reef with fish, so I'll have to think long and hard. I don't want a custom built, main reason is that the glass panes will obscure the view and stands will have to be built etc. But, suggest away.
So, I will be making my way around this site and see what's going on. Hope to chat again soon..
Charl
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Hi all. Will a Ca reactor help to keep your KH above 7,or will it only help keeping the ca high.
How big is the risk of a PH drop with a ca reactor? What can be done to limit the risk?
Must you run a Kalk stirrer with it or can you just use lime water with it? Maybe no kalk?
Thank you
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I need a sand sifting goby of any species to get rid of all these snail larvae running around my tank and substrate... My nassarius snail laid eggs 4 times in under a week and the first two batches have hatched already... Can't be too big because my DT is only 25l. Please help.
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 4:08pm CDT by xtreme
Hey guys
I'm just so fed up with all the tanks in my house!! want to get rid of it all!!!
Last year I build a new addition to my house with a 3.4mL x 65cmW concrete slab to fit a system on there, but now its a storage space with a lot of crap laying around under it and on top of it. So gat vol for all the mess.
Then there is a 1.8mL x60cmW x60cmH tank in my living room that I'm starting to convert for my tangs, But not really happy with the tank there, it takes up space and just looks to odd the way it's standing.
So here is what I want to know from you guys, how high must a tank be for keeping tangs? all of them (purple, yellow, regal, tenneti, sailfin, spotted britletooth, blond naso)
In this country to get thicker glass than 10mm is almost 1/100 and very very expensive! So I have to go with 10mm clear, My idea was for 3.2mL x 60cmW x 50cmH (overflow at 45cm)
Pleas help me:P
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 4:01pm CDT by Xereo
This is one seriously stocked tank..
YouTube - Marine Reef Aquarium
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 2:47pm CDT by Sammy
Pulsing XeniaCommon Names: Pulsing Xenia
Scientific Names: Xenia
Size of coral Various sized frags attached to rock
How long have you had the corals? 1 year
Shipping or Collection only: Collection Only
Your location. Constantia
Price: Swap for any frags you may have
Photo's: Frags:
Notes: Hi Guys,
My Xenia frags are all finally attached and ready to go. I cannot sell Xenia but would be great if you could swap with a frag you may have to spare.
Let me know, I'm at home today ..,.
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 1:33pm CDT by xtreme
Hi Guys
I've been in contact with Chantel (wife or girlfriend, not sure:whistling:)
He's got a few issues to sort out and apologizes for any inconvenience.
He will come back to us soon!! and just asked everyone to bare with him till he does,
He didn't forget about anyone.
Basically that's it.
My self wasn't in contact with him and also waiting for him, so lets wait and see what happens.
J
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 1:16pm CDT by Xereo
these are all over my sump
and on my Dt Glass. But fish seem to chow them.
Also got alot of tube type feather worm things ( Transparent White) everywhere in my sump. ( also half a million of them )
Anyone else seen these things?
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We're overdue for our next TOTM, is your FTS in this thread?
Members' Full Tank Shots - Marine Aquariums of South Africa If it is, update it. ;)
Your tank doesn't have to be a work of art to qualify, who knows, maybe we're just looking for something different, like the most practical, or most improved, or best newbie tank, or best automated, or best budget tank??? ;););)
Upload your FTS pics in
that thread and a link to your thread would be cool, if you have one. :)
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A really interesting article, i am upset that Tunze didnt work as well as advertised, their service and products have been an outstanding mainstay of the aquarium hobby for years! George perhaps you can fill us in about how Tunze is going to remedy this are they going to change their flowrates advertised on the pumps?
Feature Article: Experimental Comparison of Measured Flow Output of Aquarium Propeller Pumps — Advanced Aquarist's Online Magazine
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 11:49am CDT by danimal
Hey guys
Got a bucket of that Seachem Reefsalt. Just curious - the directions state that 34g of salt will make 1L at 1.021. Therefore a 25L bucket should take 850g, which I did, stirred a bit and left for a while. But the salinity was only 1.005... ***? As far as I can see there is no undissolved salt. Am I missing something?
And no, my hydrometer is not out (not that much anyway, my tank water reads 1.024)
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Hello Everyone!
I've been creeping on this site and a few others for some time now so I thought I would stop being rude, so i signed up!
I have a 100L tropical fish tank, that has been running for the last 2years, I am looking to upgrade to a bigger tank when the time is right!
Stock
1 Black Ghost Knife
2 Blue Dwarf Gourami
2 Widows
2
Bala shark
1 Red fine shark
2 Neons
1 blind tetra
2 pink tetra
2 golden Gourami
1 pleco
2 puppies
Plants
Chlorophytum bichetii
Vallisneria Americana
Vallisneria Spiralis
Vesicularia Ferriei 'Weeping'
:bigthumbup:
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 10:23am CDT by Mo_G
All other livestockCommon Name: Live Rock
Scientific Name: -
Size +- 80-100kg
How long have you had it? 3 years
Shipping or Collection only: both - buyers cost
Your location. Benoni
Price: R65/kg
Photo's: 
Notes: prefer to sell all to one person.
did some of the rock work and have extra live rock.
all the rock is currently in a 200L drum and 3/4 full.
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Posted: July 13th, 2011, 9:52am CDT by Max98
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Shallow Reef
Location: Pretoria
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Tank,Stand and Sump - R3500
The tank view panels are opti-white(low iron like starphire)
DIY LED lights (44 x cree led's) - R4000
Water Blaster 4000 l/h (45w) - R2200
2 x Diy Biopellet reactors + 250g pellets - R1000 (R500 each)
2 x 300W Jager heaters - R300 for both
I would sell the whole system for R10,000 if someone takes everything. so I will wait a week before selling the items seperately.
Link to my build thread - Shallow reef tank planning and progress - Marine Aquariums of South Africa
Here I have some images:
Par readings on the light unit
Notes: The system was designed with energy efficiency in mind. Feel free to ask questions.
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 11:52pm CDT by 4age
All other livestockCommon Name: live rock
Scientific Name: -
Size 10-15kg
How long have you had it? 8 months
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Your location. Cape Town
Price: R80 per kg
Photo's: http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/n...a/IMG_0179.jpg
http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/n...a/IMG_0178.jpg
cant seem to get actual pics to upload..frustrating
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 11:07pm CDT by ziyaadb
Chalice prices in the states?
Any take notice of the CRAZY prices of Chalice corals in the states????
$300.00 - R2000 for a coral no bigger than a R2 coin
But i will admit some are stunners
Reef Central Online Community
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 9:07pm CDT by Junz
Hi there guys,
need some advice if the following Light Unit will work on a 1,5m tank x 60Hx 60W
2x 150w
MH with 4x54w
2x 250w
MH with 4x60 Pl tubes
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 8:00pm CDT by Drewton
Hi Guys! Ok well been very keen on keeping a marine tank for a long time now, I've had numerous freshwater tanks over the years, and have kept a variety of freshwater fish. Recently a few close friends have begun keeping marines, and the tempation was finally too great!:) There were a few considerations, 1. convert my 350L Freshwater community tank (greater cost) and 2. get started with a nano in the meantime to get to grips with the hobby till I can afford to convert the 350L (end up with 2 projects to keep me occupied:thumbup:) Eventually the missus made up my mind for me after seeing the nano running in an LPS (and getting tired of my constant indecisiveness:whistling:) and said: "Just go get the damn thing now". So I did!:thumbup:
And so I purchased an Aquaria 35L nano, complete with skimmer, DSB refugium filter media t5 lighting and led moonlights... The setup is now up and running with the DSB filled with Coral sand, and 3kg of aragonite in the display area. Water is an RO/red sea salt mix with SG of 1.024. The skimmer took a bit of fiddling to get it to skim correctly, but is easily adjustable by the little sliding pump aperture and seems to work pretty well. There is no load in the tank yet so we will see in the coming days. Here are some pics:
Should be getting some Live Rock this week, so I can get everything cycling...
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 6:29pm CDT by brentch
Hello,
I've seen some reefers use very coarse beach sand (~3mm+ grains) for their substrate. If I can get fresh clean sand is it better than aragonite? Or what about a combination of the two?
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 5:39pm CDT by MerlinT
Single Coral for saleCommon Name: Frogspawn
Scientific Name: -
Size of coral 80cm Diameter
How long have you had the coral? 4 Months
Shipping or Collection only: Collection Only
Your location. Cape Town, Ottery
Price: R320
Photo's: Hi Guy
I have this 8 Head Frogspawn available for R300. I've had it for about 4 months now and decided to sell it to make place for another Coral I bought.
May be when you enquire I will be in a good mood and give a discount.Shhhh!!!
Cheers
M
;)
http://www.marineaquariumsa.com/pict...pictureid=2658
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Hi all Reefer's,
Thank you to all the guys that came through Saturday and Sunday and supported our coral resizing!! I am really happy i was able to give you all exactly what you wanted:thumbup: and at a really good price;)
GOOD DEALS MADE FACE TO FACE :)
OCEANSON AQUARIUM
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 5:01pm CDT by Ayoob
Hello to all guys and girls. I've been running a marine tank since beginning of Jan 2011. Had bought a nano boyu TL550 and had no clue what has to be done. I was then adviced from the guys at the LFS (perky pets) to head on over and join MASA. It was like a dream for me!!! I spent to much time at LFS for advice and really it got me spending to much because each time I just wanted to purchase something I liked. U guys then made it so much easier for me and my pocket. Been reading threads of so many things, up till late falling asleep on internet which I'm currently still doing. It became like my own personal sleeping pill, because each time it just gets so much more intresting. Thanks a lot MASA and all the guys and girls for there useful threads, well appreciated :thumbup:
So let me get down to my tank. As of nw I got bored and upgraded my tank to a standard 1.2m with a 1m sump. So much easier than a nano I'm honestly loving it. No protien skimmer yet, still deciding on a good skimmer at a good price. My lights consist of 4 T5 tubes 54w 2 blue 20000k and 2 white 10000k. Will post sum pics of nano and 1.2m tank later.
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I'm a noob!!! I have a 120 ltr tank with a +-60 ltr sump complete with skimmer and bio-balls(?). i have a sand base with about 20% capacity being live rock. i have five flourescent lamps in the lid, 2 of which are ultrviolet. i'm about a month into this n did my first water change last week(20 ltr). after about 2 weeks i added some fish food to help 'cycle' my tank, i had the water tested weekly n didn't see much of anything spike. week 3 i added 'Stability' each day for a week. i was then advised to add 2 dominoes. a week later added 2 fire gobbies which the damsels took appart! then added 2 yellow bellies n just just managed to save their souls before the dominoes killed them too. in a rush to appease my son i added an anemone n 2 tomato clowns. yesterday i brought a coral beauty and a blenny home...? i'm sure all u learned ppl r now gasping in horror...!!! SORRY! I DIDN'T KNOW THIS FORUM EXISTED UNTIL ABOUT 4 HOURS AGO!! IF ONLY...! everything looked healthy last night n this morning when i left, although the 1 clown was showing a bit of white spot. i'm also using 'snow' as advised by a friend. i'll load up some pics tomorrow as advised..
thanks again guys.. i'm a bit overwhelmed by the responses!!
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 4:37pm CDT by saaid
Anybody have frags for sale in P.E? if so,price and species.
Thanks
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hi guys, ive been negotiating with myself about starting a marine tank.. ive been reading some articles and trying to look at some prices but there is too much info..
I would like to start a medium sized tank (maybe a metre long), have some reef in there and a few fish - nothing over the top, i just want the beauty of my own coral reef at home.. :)
If anyone can give me an idea of the equipment i need and an average for the cost to start it and maintain it.. i know its asking 'how long is a piece of string' but im sure you guys can give me a ball park figure.
Thanks
Mike
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 2:36pm CDT by iggy
hi all
I don't know if there is a thread on this or not.
I am in the process of adding an NP reactor to my sump. what do you guys think of this type of filtration and is there precautions that i must follow with this?
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hello i have a hailea chiller that is around 4 years old... i tested the water temp coming out of the outlet pipe (after 20 min runtime) and the water is 0.5 degrees cooler than the water going into it... is this normal? I have a hailea 130A chiller thats rated for 300l and i have around 250l water volume... the compressor gets fire hot, so bad u can only touch it for max 2 seconds. is this normal? please help... i need to know if u guys reckon the chiller is working fine?, if it needs regasing?, where do i go to fix it? thanks :)
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Guys please some advice....
Just spoke to a lighting supplier re a magic fluorescent high bay which i thought would be perfect but just wanna know if it would work.
The fitting is 1490x520x85
4x 80w T5's on individual reflectors with a clear acrylic cover.
My tank dimensions 1500L 800H 700W
What bugs me though is that its a metal fitting.
And when i think metal & salt i think rust...
Please help guys
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 2:05pm CDT by 3chelon
Hiya All
I just wanted to clarify this as I'm not 100% sure. When starting a new setup, once you add substrate (I'm using aragonite) and cured live rock within the first week, will the cycle begin automatically or do I need to add something to cause it to begin? Also do I need to add a bacteria starting product or will that happen automatically from the live-rock?
Thanks
Daniel
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 1:26pm CDT by 3chelon
Hey guys
I'm getting the system from my friend in the next few days, been doing lots of research. I'm pretty keen to get a new skimmer quite soon (Boyu one doesn't seem to be too efficient), like within a month or so of having the tank. So far I was looking at these two:
South Africa's largest online marine aquarium pet shop
South Africa's largest online marine aquarium pet shop
I just wanted to find out with the first one linked, do you HAVE to have a sump, I thought I could just put it next to the tank and let it run like that? With the second one, the hang on back one, how would I go about getting it to hang on the back of a Boyu TL-550 - is this possible to do quite easily?
Thanks so much, also any other advice in regards to skimmers is most welcome :biggrin:
Daniel
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 1:23pm CDT by Slagter
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Full System for sale
Location: Randburg
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Ok, so the time has come.
It's all got to go.
I need to sell all the livestock first, before any of the equipment will be sold, but here is a list, and pics:
Tank, Sump Stand and wrap around cabinet: 1200mmx600mmx600mm: R2000
Reef Octopus OCTX 160 R1900 Dibs Granddog
Real Inc Light unit - 2 x 54 watt T5's and 2 x 150 watt Metal Halides - R2200
Eheim Compact 3000 return pump: R300 - Dibs Ziaadb
Vortech MP40w: R2500
2 Seio Pumps: R250 for both
Live Rock with Corals on it will be more expensive than just plain LR. It's mostly Indo Live rock, with a few pieces of other stuff here and there. I have roughly 50kg's I think. It will be R60 per kilogram. 10kg for Mariusmeyer
Various Corals:
1 x Gold Ric Yuma - R300
1x Colt Coral - R350
1x Big Pincusion - R400 - Dibs Angamia
1 Rock with Zoas and Bright green Paly's - R400
1 Rock with bright green Shrooms (8) and 1 other kind of shroom - R350
1 BIG rock with Green Star Polyps, 1 Fluffie, Mushrooms, Zoas, and Paly's - Will have to weigh it first and work out a price from there. - But Probably around R700
1 Rock with 2 Fluffies and a little Xenia - R350 - Dibs Angamia
2 rock with Xenia (one smaller than the other) - R450 for both
1 Green Gonipora been with me for about a year and still going strong - R350
1 Suncoral Still doing well - R250
1 Rock with brown and green paly's - R350 (Beautiful Colony!!)
Orange Zoas - R150
1 x 6 line Wrasse - Very mild mannered - (MAC) - R150
1 x Yellow/Purple Wrasse - R150 dibs Ziyaadb
Obviously, prices are slightly negotiable, and the livestock must go before any equipment will be sold.
Skimmer:
Tank:
Cabinet:
Paly's
Gold Ric
Orange Zoas:
Full tank, where you can see the colt, pincusion and most of the other corals, and the Vortech in the lfet hand side:
Blue Green Shrooms: But there are 8 or 9 of them...
Goni:
Suncoral:
Fluffies:
I'll get pics of the light unit, I thought I had some... If you want any more info, just shout.
Sean
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Hello all... i'm Gary, and i think i'm in the right place this time... hahahaha.
I have a 120ltr tank, about a month old, 2 dominoes, 2 tomato clowns, a gobby and a coral beauty. I also have a few mushrooms, pollops, an open brain(?) and an anemone..
ALL ADVICE IS WELCOME!!
Thanks
Gary
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Hi Reefer's,
We will unfortunatly be closed tomorrow (Wednesday),
we have a call out job and due to a shortage of staff we will have to close for the day. So please dont come to the shop.. we are obviously open today and thereafter Thursday.
We apologize for any inconveniece caused.
OCEANSON AQUARIUM
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 12:06pm CDT by 4age
All other livestockCommon Name: live rock
Scientific Name: -
Size 10-15kg
How long have you had it? 8months
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Your location. cape twon
Price: R80 per kg excluding shipping
Photo's: hi guys..I have 10-15 kg of kenyan live rock..R80 per kg.Collection only..pics to come later.
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 11:39am CDT by junaidd
Hi All
Have been keeping fresh water fish for many years and have finally taken the plunge to marine.
Have a Jebo R338, fathers day gift :thumbup:... Wife and daughter felt sorry for me as I had to get rid of my 400l Cichlid tank, we are relocating to JHB.
Tank has been running for 3 days now and seems to be healthy.
Equipment List:
- Jebo 338 - standard filter with filter pad, ceramic rings and added jebo 501 filter plate that has charcoal in it.
- SunSun vibration pump rated at 2000L/h a bit much for the tank but seems to work well.
- 2 KG Live rock from LFS.
- 2 KG fine crushed coral.
- Using Red Sea coral salt mix (may as well get used to it will be faaar away from sea)
- Standard lighting 2 x 8w t5 tubes for now but added a lumeno 6 LED strip light I picked up at Outdoor Wharehouse.
Will post some pics as soon as I figure out how to :blush:
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 11:36am CDT by Dorrey
I was wondering if someone has done some comparisons on fish prices, LR and Corals in the CT area. I have had a look and found that the CT shops are way more expensive than JHB. Why is that?
If this is not suited for general discussion, please PM me.
;)
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 11:15am CDT by Mc
Hi All
Found this little guy in my tank this morning. Have not heard any clicking yet so Im not too sure, I was thinking maybe pistol shrimp?
Hard to get a good picture its so small and wont stay still.
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 10:40am CDT by Mc
Hi All
I got some new coral frags last night, and didnt want to put on the light. So I went up to the tank with a torch and I saw the freakiest thing.:eek: Lots of little pinkish worms 2cm long ducking into holes in the rock.:eek: I looked them up and they look like bristle worms. Is there any need for concern.
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So i walk into a Pet shop yesterday to buy some bird seeds and i see they started selling marines (just over a month ago there was nothing).
They have two new tanks in the front which looked decent closer inspection i saw white spots on the powder blue (might just be stress spots he was not scratching against the rocks).
When i went to the back in between the guppies they had converted one of there freshwater tanks as is to marines and had clowns in it and and they where all sitting at the bottom almost struggling to breathe and one nice looking goldie decent size just sitting at the bottom and its gills flapping like crazy.
I asked the guy what experience he got with marines he arrogantly boasts that he has had a marine tank for 18 years and he knows what he is doing.
I know there is not much we can do about shops like this it just saddens me to see the livestock put through so much trauma for his pocket. :(
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Posted: July 12th, 2011, 9:55am CDT by henk
I am looking for a t5 900mm light unit:whistling:
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Hardware for saleThread title: 39w T5 unit, 54w ballast and 300w Jager heater
Location: Springs
Shipping or Collection only: Both
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: I'm selling the following:
4x 39watt T5 lighting unit (I have some old bulbs that you can have for free)
@ R 1500
Dual 54watt T5 ballast with wiring @ R 250
300watt Jager heater @ R 250
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 12:16am CDT by brentch
Hello Reefers :slayer: :slayer: :slayer: :slayer:
I am Brent and I'm relatively new to the marine aquarium game. At school I bred and sold some freshwater fish and also owned a nano marine tank. Now that I've got through most of my education at Uni I am keen on getting back into the game. This time however I'm keen on a smallish tank (until I move out of home) that I can keep some hard and soft corals along with a few other inverts (Crustaceans, echinoderms etc..) and one or two fish. I enjoy the outdoors and free diving so I plan on collecting most of my specimens, all legally of coarse. I'm a biologist so it wouldn't look good getting caught poaching hard corals off Vetche's reef).
I haven't got a tank as i'm still short of funds, but this has given Me some good time to research exactly what I want, with a lot of info coming from the forums and links on MASA! I have also seen how the marine experiment unit (at UKZN) is set up for growing corals etc, so I think I have a very basic view of how things work.
This year my Honours dissertation has included a genetic study on the connectivity of Acropora appressa along the KZN coast from Sodwana bay to Isipingo beach (still waiting on results), which gave Me an opportunity to have a good scouting of KZN rock pools. I'll post some picks of what I've seen soon.
BTW does anyone have an opinion on the new Aquaria 102L nano's? I've seen the 37L one at Northlands pets and it looks pretty good... Price?
Peace out :yeahdude:
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 12:04am CDT by tjiPPi
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Tank, Sump, Skimmer & Pump
Location: Pretoria
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: I have decided to let the above mentioned go in preparation for a nano tank I'm planning.
The tank dimensions: 1400x700x450 10mm glass with 12mm base. Front and sides are opti-white glass(low iron glass). Back has black abs sheet on it.
Sump: standard 3ft tank with baffle in the middle (will upload pic tomorrow afternoon)
Stand: Made from superwood and has a metal frame. It's about 900mm high.
Price: R3500
Skimmer:
Reef Octopus NW-150 (internal skimmer with OTP-2000 pump)
Price: R1400
Return Pump:
Aqua medic OR3500
Price: R850
I haven't had time to clean the tank and sump. Will do so tomorrow and upload pics of tank, stand and sump as is now. But in the meantime, here are some pics to give you an idea:
I've added strips to hide the polystyrene and tank base. Will upload more pics tomorrow.
Notes: All the items was bought new and has been used for about 5 months now.
I will however let everything go together for R5600
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 12:00am CDT by durleo
Hi trev
Where are you cos I cant get a hold of you on ur cellphone and emails.
I need to know when you are goin to ship the Regal Angel that I bought on auction.
Please let me know urgently!
Regards
Duran
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 10:51pm CDT by ESP
Hardware for saleThread title: Aquamedic Skimmer
Location: Cape Town
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Aquamedic Multi SL protein skimmer with Aquamedic PH2400 needle/pinwheel pump. Rated for up to 1000 litre marine aquariums. Price R950.
I'm not always on the forum so please call 0825321299 or email EParker369@gmail.com.
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 10:17pm CDT by robvdv
I've observed an interesting and nasty disease in a few of my RBTAs. Some are wild collected, some are captive bred clones. It starts off like this:
This anemone was previously vibrantly coloured. The tentacles were long and active. Here you can see they're stubby and withdraw. Some have brown tips. Sometimes mesenteries poke out of the holes in the tips.
Then it ends up like this:
None has actually died yet. They basically just lose their tentacles. I have three in this state. They're all pretty miserable. They're also all in close proximity to each other (yes, I know, keep clones separate) but the others seem fine.
Any suggestions? Anybody seen anything like this before?
The mesentaries out of the tips of the tentacles and the brown rings around the holes at the end the tentacles are interesting symptoms.
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 8:38pm CDT by seank
Guys, if you can see the moon tonight, quickly go out and check it out.
AMAZINGLY AWESOME!!!!!!
Huge ring around the moon- not right next to it- a bit further off the moon- the darker your surroundings the more beautiful
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Hi guys one day I was doing my water change and I was rearranging my rocks and felt something funny on the rock so I turned it around and found this white stuff anyone have a clue on what this is
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Looking for a Ca reactor.
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I can't believe it... It's laying eggs for the third time in under a week!!! :eek:
I'm willing to donate it to anybody with a tank with fish and you will never have to feed your fish again...
Any takers?
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 5:57pm CDT by rob189
what snails from the rockpools can i put in my tank...pics would be helpfull
thanks
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 5:48pm CDT by pXius
I'm doing some research regarding dosing kalk / keeping calcium/mag up.
The short version of my findings:
Kalkstirrer/reactor: Its dependent on top ups
Calcium Reactor: Not dependent on top ups more benefits in terms of stable ph for sps etc, but expensive.
So my question is:
How much does your evaporation differ from winter to summer?
I've got quite a bit of evaporation, 5L easily over 24hours. So a kalk reactor will be effective with an ATU, BUT, I dont know if my evaporation will significantly decreased come summertime...
I don't have much heat as my lighting is LED only. My tank temp is stable 24 with a max drop to 23 early mornings (like 3am).
I don't want to invest in something that might turn around and screw me over summertime :P
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 5:19pm CDT by George
The TUNZE 6205 for aquariums 800 - 3 000 litres, with a flow rate of 5 000 to
22 000 l/hr, is a very compact propeller pump with a design used to circulate water in aquariums. It contains several innovative technical solutions and adapts to the aquarium without affecting the existing biotope.
The 6205 works well with a forereef slope, deeper zone with parallel current lines.
Outer reef slope, strong current with slight waves and high illumination and the outer reef edge, acropora coral polyps, favia and porites thrive in this kind of current.
- propeller technology
- titanium alloy shaft
- low motor heat
- 3D adjustment
- includes magnet holder
- safety extra low voltage
- controllable speed, wave simulation, tidal currents (7096/7095/7092 extra)
Cheers Anita:)
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 5:09pm CDT by Ari
Hey Guys, so my tank is now 5 weeks old and everything is going great:thumbup:. I am really interested in blue green chromis. I have read almost every piece of info on them. But need to make sure with you guys has anyone got 5 - 7 of them... How are they? I want to get 6, will that be fine? I have a 300L DT with 100L sump and 30 kg live rock. Will 7 be too much bioload because I'm also interested in getting more fish...
Thanx
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Hi, I hope this is the right forum but I would like to experiment with LED strip lights from:
Lumi Aluminium Strip Light - fixed waterproof LED 5050 and 3528 SMD chip# I would like to try their aqua white and aqua blue aquarium lights. Is their anybody else in East London area who would like to place an order too so that we can save on shipping?
I would like to cut mine into shorter lengths and then join the lengths together again next to each other.
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 4:18pm CDT by SCOOBY
Hardware for saleThread title:Aquasunlight by Aqua Medic
Location:Jhb
Shipping or Collection only:Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale:Aquasunlight by Aqua Medic
Up for sale.Aquasunlight by Aqua Medic.This light is 120cm in length.
2 x 250W metal halides (14 K Ushio Bulbs) 4 x 54W blue bulbs.
R 6 500.New this unit is R 13 000.(I think).
It is L - 120cm x W - 41cm x H - 9cm
This unit is made of saltwater resistant power coted aluminium.It has steel wire suspension to the ceiling.Christo 082 05 35 088
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 2:58pm CDT by Henkart
Hi Guys
Please could you point me in the right direction...
Daily checks
Weekly checks
monthly checks
on my new tank...
I have
1 leather coral
1 finger coral
8 mushrooms
1 brain plant dunno the name though
1 blue reagal
2 hermit crabs
4 turbo snails
1 fire shrimp
1 cleaner shrimp
1 candy coloured goby
2 clams
i am allready adding daily
flaked
Marine snow
zoplan
liquid food for clams
calcium
and that is it...
i want this tank to thrive...
Please help
and i also want to know, do i have to spot feed my clams?
thanks
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 2:04pm CDT by Furbz
hi guys,
i have a UPS that is just sitting around.
i tried hooking it up to my setup to run the return pump only in the event on a power failure.
however when i simulate a power trip it kicks in beautifully and runs well... for 5min (exactly)
then cuts off. if i push the button it will run for a further 5min, the cut off. etc.
so clearly its been designed to run for 5min, then turn off the power??
anyway of getting around this stupid system?
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 12:40pm CDT by Konrad
Ive got a problem with aiptasia in my tank, can it cause any harm to corals and if so is it only certain corals that can be affected by it?
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Posted: July 11th, 2011, 11:57am CDT by rob189
can i keep 2 of these in the same tank. already have one. A friend wants to give me his one
thanks
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hi guys ... got a nice q7, but cant find a manual online ... if there are any q7 owners out there, pm me please :)
enjoy the day
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Single Coral for saleCommon Name: Zoas
Scientific Name: -
Size of coral Huge - more then 100 polyps on the rock
How long have you had the coral? 5 months
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Your location. paulshof
Price: R450
Photo's: Hey all
Selling as i need to make space in the tank and i need the cash.
This is a big rock with different coloured Zoas. Has a mix of colours, different shade of green and aqua,pink
Urgent and if you dibs, it needs to be picked this week.
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All other livestockCommon Name: Urgent: Clam
Scientific Name: -
Size 11 - 12cm length
How long have you had it? 3 months
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Your location. paulshof
Price: R400
Photo's: Hey all
I am getting rid of my stuff as my tank is to full and i need the cash.
Clam (not ot sure of the type) nicely coloured
This is urgent as I need the space. Will throw in a blue Medium to Large legged hermit to who ever buys it.
THis is urgent so if you dibs, it needs to go this week.
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Posted: July 10th, 2011, 4:19am CDT by pgibson
Tank:
33 gallon Oceanic cube 18 inch x 20 inch x 21 inch.
Sump / Fuge:
29 gallon tank +- 14 gallons of water.
Skimmer:
Lifereef in sump with Quite one 4000
Light:
150 watt sunpod HQI
Return pump:
Quite one 1200
Power head:
Tunze nano modded.
Live rock:
50 pounds
Sand:
just a littel for looks.
So this is my tank. Hope you enjoy.
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Posted: July 10th, 2011, 3:24am CDT by Theo
Hello reefers.
I've got an old tank that I'm not using. I want to take it appart to build a new sump, but the silicone is pretty tight.
Does anyone have any advice on how I can take the tank appart/ remove the silicone?
Please help me guys and girls
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Posted: July 10th, 2011, 10:11pm CDT by DudleyD
Hardware for saleThread title: AM Turboflotor Blue 3000 Skimmer for sale
Location: Richards Bay
Shipping or Collection only: Either
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Aqua Medic Turboflotor 3000 for sale. Good condition. R2000-00. Ship at buyers exspense.
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Posted: July 10th, 2011, 8:06pm CDT by duanead
Hi guys imstarting my tank this week I'm going to put in live rock but to save money mix it with base rock
What's your guys opinions and experiences about base rock?good or bad?or wil you guys stick with just live rock?
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does anybody know how to work out the electrical cost of running a tank?
if i can take the amp readings is there a formula i can use to work out the electrical cost
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Posted: July 10th, 2011, 7:54pm CDT by pgibson
Hi
I have been reefing for 4 years now. Im form Vanderbijlpark, moved to Chicago USA.
Happy to see so many of you guys in to the hobby.
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Hey guys.
I started a thread for my tank a whille ago but I kinda screwed it up. So here we go ago. My tanks been running for almost two years now. The first year was hectic and I almost thought of giving up. Luckily I didnt coz my setup is getting more and more beautiful by the day. Its a Boyu Tl550. I took everything out the back. In the first chamber ive got filter floss that i change twice a week.2nd chamber Ive got my heater and skimmer,3rd Ive got purigen and phosguard and in the 4th Ive got my return pump. Ive got 2 clowns,one bicolour blenny,2 hermits,starfish and snails.
Here a pic when I started ?
A few months ago:
Now :
My
Candy cane and a zoa frag
Another frag and feather duster
finger leather
Cleaner shrimp
some shrooms :
pxenia frag,more zoa frags
I also added a couple of hermit crabs and a bi colour blenny. will upload some pics soon.let me know what you think MASA
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If I add 2x additional lights (aqua pink and qauablue+ giesman's) to my system to enhance the red sps corals will it affect the bubble nenni ...as in.. will it maybe try and hide from the extra light or move from its spot...move around???:kangakiller:
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 1:16am CDT by SteveZi
thought I'd put up some pics of local anemones.
Crevice anemony
False plum anemone
Nobbly anemone
another crevice
Sock anemone
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Well my controller has been running now on it's own for over a 5mths with no problems, so it's time to share the build
I've gone with the
Arduino Duemilanove as the base unit (There is now an updated board
"The UNO")
Cost is $59NZ plus postage and available here in NZ
To keep the time right on the controller (so if power fails) a
RTC (
Real time clock) is needed
As you can see this clock comes with a battery backup and will last about 9 years.
It only uses 2 wires to "Talk" to the controller and 2 wires for +v and -v.
This I had to bring in from overseas....cost $8US and $6US shipping
Another item I couldn't get here was the LCD screen
This LCD is a
Serial LCD with 20 lines across and 4 rows down. If Serial isn't used all the digital pins will be used up.
Also a key pad can be wired onto the back of the LCD.
The Serial LCD is the same as the RTC needing only 2 wires to send and receive and also connects to the same pins as the RTC.
Thats all that is needed to get the controller up and running BUT it wont take the temp or anything.......
To read the temp we need a probe and the easiest way is by using a
18B20 Temperature Sensor
Costs $9NZ each plus postage and is available here in NZ
The wiring side of things isn't too bad once you get your head around it
Arduino
RTC
Little board for the temperature
I wont get into the wiring side of things unless someone wants to have a go building one
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 12:32am CDT by roderigo
Hi guys just want to know what the other guys have to say anyone use this type of live rock .This LR has only bacteria no critter or pests and its even more expensive than normal live rock so anyone using this type of LR?
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 8:43pm CDT by DudleyD
I moved my livestock over to a new tank about a month ago and all went suprisingly well. About 3 days ago I saw a white spot or two on my regal and as a preventative measure connected my ozoniser to my skimmers air intake. All still ok. This morning I added some mushrooms to the tank and swithched off the 4 powerheads to allow them to setlle - had alll been removed off some LR.
About 3 hours later I noticed my one cleaner doing the death dance in my tank and my one yellow tang gasping for air and stuck against the overflow mesh with no energy to move.
Anyway I stopped the ozone and turned on the powerheads and added airstones and there seems to be an improvement. I have however lost a small goldie and my yellow tang although looking a bit better is not well. Could it be the ozone or lack of circulation. It seemed to happen very suddely. I had fed the fish an hour earlier. Was running the ozone on 50mg/h - max on the small hailea ozoniser.
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Some times its when the lights go of that we see the most amasing things. I took this picture at Dorry Pets of two Clowns trying to get in a anemone.
Does enybody els have some after dark photos?
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The eggs that were layed earlier this week started to hatch about half an hour ago... Clouds of larvae? are floating around my tank and the soft corals are having a ball... I really hope that I'm not going to have massive die-off of snails now and nitrate and ammonia spikes??? :eek: Advice on this would be appreciated...
Sorry photo maniacs but this is WAAAAY too small for pics...
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Could MASA please ID these little "Starfish" like creatures..:blush:..popping up all over my Tank...well over a 100..:eek:..They don't move whether the Lights are on or not...
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 6:32pm CDT by Mac75
hi guys,
firstly, great forum :thumbup:
decided to setup a marine tank amongst my other feshwater tanks...... :)
running perfect so far - water params, etc etc
saltwater vs freshwater......phew!!!! before putting your foot in the door you HAVE to read read read read read and read and read and read and search search search the tons of info available here on MASA in order to get positive results...not to mention the small fortune marine setups cost - even if it is only 128L but the later is nothing compared to sitting and watching marine life in your own space! :lol:
TL550
Inhabitants include:
domino damsel
blue damsel
clown percula
6 line wrasse
pink striped goby
scarlet skunk shrimp
some seastars, neritas snails, hermit crabs
orange polyp, green polyp, LR and some UFOrganisms LOL
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 3:37pm CDT by pXius
Its been 2 months of waiting and Nitrits, nitrats and Po4 are undetectable.
So Its time to start stocking.
I'm in search of a electric blue hermit and a crimson/fire/red hermit. My LFS don't have any, so someone point me in the right direction.
I'm also looking for a small as possible clown pair (common) to start out.
Jungle aquatics had a beautiful pair but they're sold :(
I would rather not support LFS in my area, its a miracle most of their stock are even alive.
Dorry's and Idol are both a bit of a drive but if I have no other choice, I'll do the road trip.
:thumbup:
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Various corals for saleCommon Names: torch, ricordea, frogspawn, hammer, star polyp
Scientific Names: -
Size of coral -
How long have you had the corals? 1 year
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Your location. durban, amanzimtoti
Price: -
Photo's: guys iv been out of the game for quite a while now.. not sure what the prices are.. so what offers?
Iv also got a malu nennie that needs to go.
Notes: guys iv been out of the game for quite a while now.. not sure what the prices are.. so what offers?
Iv also got a malu nennie that needs to go
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I'm using 2x 54w & 1x 39w osram quicktronic ballast & for some reason the 39w goes on when it wants too but now i have a problem where 1x54w & the 39w is not switching on. Do I have to replace them or is there a chance i can get it fixed?
Thanks in advance
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 1:04pm CDT by Meneer
Make a price, or to swop for 3 DIY Aluminium Reflectors for 1,2M tank (Can fit 2 T5 54W)'s
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 11:54am CDT by Relborg
Hey guys
For my first marine tank(I have been in the FW world for the past 7 years) So now I've been reading and reading and read myself into confusion with regard to filtration. I haven't even considered species yet(I would like with time some of the easier soft corals with a few fish and inverts). I am right now just trying to figure out what filtration to use:
I will hopefully have a 100 gallon tank with a sump obviously have a sump but I don't what goes with what?
1 - Do I have a DSB with a skimmer - is that enough?
I have read of guys not using skimmers (I can't get my head around not using one)
1b - if I have my dsb in my sump how does that affect my choice of substrate
2 - Do I need a wet/dry trickle filter too or filter wool with the above?
3 - What about algea scrubbers and vodka methods?
4 - is a refugium needed as I've read you shouldn't use your DSB as one
5 - I'm planning to have live rock and how does that affect my above decisions
6 - should I consider UV filtration?
7 - what about canister filters as I've read about ppl using them in conjunction with the above
So how do I know what would work best and what goes with what?
Lol and I haven't even figured out how to mix my water with salt yet ...
So much to learn so far to go, struggling to control my imagination ...
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 11:20am CDT by Naiema
We do have a large range of fish and inverts in stock at Sams Aquarium.Clams,Anemones,Zoanthus, Blue face Angels,Butterflies, Sweetlips,Regal,Sailfin,Yellow and Brown Tangs,Clowns,Goldies, Wimples, Triggers,and more. For more info please call us on 0217122534/0826368990.
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Posted: July 9th, 2011, 9:17am CDT by Len
Has anyone taken the black plastic off the back of a Boyu? I want to remove an area of it to put a light on, but not sure if it will come off and/or how to get it off.
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 10:20pm CDT by gaboon
Nothing like getting home on a Friday night after a few beers to find out power has been down since 07:30 this morning, the tank is ice cold, clowns look pale and not much happening in the tank. Return pump was still running through the ups but managed to organise a little gennie from an ex reefer up the road, hooked up the 2 jäger heaters and the return so hopefully all will be ok tomorrow, set my alarm for 2am to refill the gennie. Viva new SA!!!
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 7:50pm CDT by Tremayn
M fish are in quarantine at the moment. Looks like the tang and anthia were fighting as the tangs mouth was hurt and the side of the anthia was red. TOday the wound on the anthia looked swollen. Now the anthia is kinda laying on its side but its still alive.. I hasnt been eating today. Is there anything that I can do? Thanks guys
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 6:00pm CDT by 3chelon
Hi guys
I was just wondering, when you premix saltwater and store it in a bucket for future use, is it sufficient to have an airstone and a heater running in the bucket? and can the bucket be closed or does it have to be open?
Thanks
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 5:57pm CDT by Relborg
Hey
I come from MASA's sister site..
Have only been keeping FW for about 8 years now I think. I Am wanting to make the move accross the huge devide into SW so only reading and resaerching at the moment ....
but so far it seems to be a HUGE difference :y13:
I am considering converting my FW 340l with 130l sump but will see if I do that or purchase new
Well thats me
Grant
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 5:51pm CDT by brandonb
All other livestockCommon Name: Bio Rock
Scientific Name: ....
Size 15 kg
How long have you had it? 3 years
Shipping or Collection only: Collection ASAP
Your location. Pretoria East
Price: R 350
Photo's: ...
Notes: Hi guys the tank was rescaped today and I took out all the biorock..
Most of it looks like live rock with algae and coralline on it. Its has been with liverock for 3 years in the tank.
I am keeping in a polystyrene box (dry) so if anyone is interested please fetch it ASAP before most of it dies off.
I am selling it all together (15kg)
Thanks
Brandon
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 5:28pm CDT by 2time
Hi Guys
I need a ID on these guys please.
The two on the left are hermit crabs and a snail on the right. Is that a cushion star?
Are they safe to put in the tank?
TIA
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 4:59pm CDT by Oceanson
EVERY WEEKEND WE WILL BE RESIZING CORALS!!!
- Saturdays and Sundays on premises only
- Any coral of your choice that can be resized we will resize for you... ;)
- The prices range from R60 - R150 per frag depending on the species and size
- GOOD DEALS MADE FACE 2 FACE :thumbup:
For any further enquiries dont hesitate to call us on 021 552 7553 send us an email to oceansoncpt@gmail.com
OCEANSON AQUARIUM
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 3:51pm CDT by iggy
hey guys
i have got a lot and by that i mean a lot of bristle worms in my dt, at any given time you can see about 10 -15 on the lr.
is this a problem or should i just leave them in peace? is there any thing that can eat them?
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 2:56pm CDT by JsPLAYn
So I jus purchased my 1st clam from perky pets an its a BORING clam
DANE SAID SO:whistling:
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 2:02pm CDT by williet
Hi All
I have recently got myself a secondhand Tunze Nano Wavebox.
I am a bit confused I know on a 2 m I am streching it but after calculating I found my Volume only to be 660liters. So I think it will be ok. If I have it on its minimum, I have this awesome double wave the waves in both directions Horizontal and vertical. When I set it to 1o clock on the dial I get a single wave moving the volume of water uniformly left to right. Now my question Double wave or Single wave - which is better ???? From What I could see last night the single seems to have the polyps move more with it but has about a 1cm wave ? The double creates a crazy flow inside the tank 2 cm wave.
Please I need some help on this one ?
Cheers
Willie
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Hi hi never thoght it would hapen.
I bought a mini anemone yesterday and put it in my tank. This morning when I woke up my eye was hurting and swolen like somebody punched me in the eye and I had a terebel headace so I went to the chemist and they confurmed I had a alergic reaction to my mini anemone and gave me some antyhistomine. I'm feeling better nou but won't under estamate these guse again.
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Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: 1,2 m complete mixed reef tank
Location: athlone
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: i have decided to upgrade/start over and have gone full circle with this tank
everything except big monti is included in deal
metal halide 250v pendant type
t5s 4 x 54 watts ans 8 led moonlight
needle wheel cone skimmer rated to double 1,2 m(550 litre tank)
test kits ,all corals live rock fish etc.
fuidised bed filter large-(used as phospate rector)
tank and stand
sump(with mature dsb of aragonite)
return pump
powerheads
plmbing etc
fish(yellow tang regal tang,unicorn fish damsels
1 pair of breeding clowns(lay eggs evry two months
sps corals and softies
this tank is running at ZERO NITRATES AND PHOSPHATES FOR A LONG TIME
the lighting alone cost me R5000.00
sps frags and colonies cost me R3000.00
fish all cost me r1500.00
tank and stand cost me R1000.00
live rock approx 20 kilos R2000.00
assortment of softies R2000.00
I amasking for neg R5000.00 all inclusive except for large monti on left hand side of FTS
want to sell system to a single buyer
call me 0720524071
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i bought magmans setup. its 1830x610x610 display and 1450x430x330 sump.
having a hard time scaping the tank though. so will upload a pic or two once im reasonably happy with the scaping.
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 11:55am CDT by 459b
The next Cape Towen meet will be held next saturday (16 July).
Details can be found here :
Marine Aquariums of South Africa
See you all there!
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 11:34am CDT by Donovan
Ok so i jnow that it isnt Algae but i am at my ends i have had it AIPTASIA
So basically i want to eradicate aip tasia in my system 3 weeks ago i spent the weekend nailing every piece of aip i could find or see in the tank i used Aip X it was fantastic my tank looked good and i was pleased now i have small Aip growing in my sand bed i have small and large growing on every piece of liverock including the one or two pieces on the stem of my Pincushion
so here is my plan i want to remove all the sand out of my tank with the live rock chuck it into the sun for a week or so, rinse thouroughly with RO then set up a bucket to reseed the dead rock for a couple of weeks
there is just to much Aip for even peppermints to take on
I do know that i will lose all life that was on or in the rocks including some cute little sponge things but when a rock has 30 to 40 Aip on it what can you do
Now i am sure that the fish and Nennie will be fine running in the tank with the sump filter going i mean people do have FO systems
CAN ANYONE OFFER ANY OTHER ADVICE FOR THIS I AM FINISHED
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 10:59am CDT by viper357
I'm in the mood for a competition to celebrate our 5000 membership. :)
Any idea's what sort of comp we can have? Or perhaps just a raffle type of thing where to enter you just need to upload a FTS or something? Let's hear some ideas.
Prize wise I was thinking of maybe buying a refractometer, a bucket of salt and maybe some additives or foods for a nice little first prize hamper.
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 10:20am CDT by Rors
Hi Everyone
My name is Rory and I have been keeping fish for the past 15 Years started with Cichlids which are awsome lil fish, they currently live in a 310L Sun Sun tank, with External Canister filter. Tanks has been running for the past 3 years.
I recently jumped into marine roughly a year ago with a Boyu Nano tank, once the addiction kicked in I purchased a Red Sea Max 130D, the tank is fantastic! I have been running the tank since March this year and it is coming along nicely.
Red Sea Max500 here I come!!! This all thanks to the guys at Wild On Pets, who have been exceptional in dispensing there knowledge and guidance.
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Hey guys.
can you please id this fish?
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 9:29am CDT by Meneer
I would like to get an idea of the evaporation rate you guys have..
At this stage it looks like I'm having about 5-8 litres a day.
Seems that when I have a lot of surface movement, the evaporation rate goes up.
I also had 4 10cm fans runnning in the Top to keep the lid and light areas dry. I now have 2running, and is considering having only 1 running.
How many litres a day/week do you guys have to top up?
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 9:20am CDT by Xereo
Wanted to know if there would be a problem with putting purple up,reef booster, trace elements all into my container of Ro water when it auto tops up?
Or is the doses to little? my evaporation rate is about 5l per day.
Also can i dose my pre-made food with herbatana?
Any input would be great.
:thumbup:
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Posted: July 8th, 2011, 9:05am CDT by Dorrey
Just thought I'd share my progress here and post some pics as I go along with my new tank setup.
Found a nice spot for my TL550 and then started to clean it out a bit before adding sand water and live rock. I bought the tank second hand so just to be safe I rinsed everything off and let it dry thoroughly before putting pump, heater, skimmer, uv light back into the tank. Started to wash my sand last night, rinsing and rinsing and rinsing some more just be make sure I remove all the dirt that could be stuck in it.:P
As a result I have broken 3 nails in the process (LOL):eek: I guess as a woman my hands are just not used to so much water and hard labour. ha ha ha ha
I added the sand to the tank and decided on a bed of 3 cm's. Getting my SW tomorrow and adding and then starting up the cycle.
Will keep u posed and add some pic's soon.
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 10:47pm CDT by lanzo
Hy Guys
Just wanted to share the 3 fish that we landed a couple of weeks back
*Black tang
*Griffis Angel....................first for S.A
*Wrought Iron Butterfly......first for S.A
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 9:31pm CDT by Ranvir
Could this be the ultimate plug-and-play nano il let you decide.:thumbup:
Specs
-35 Lliter
-2*24 watts pc lighting
-3* moonlight led
-2 temp controlled fans
-Venturi skimmer
- 3stage overflow bio/mechanical filtration
-1 built in refugium in the back chamber with its own 5wat light
Price R1700 ,1 YEAR WARRANTY IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED INBOX ME
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 9:17pm CDT by pXius
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Jebo 338 Modded with Aqua Blue bulb
Location: JHB Weltevreden Park
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Item: Jebo 338, with an extra ballast to take a Aqua blue bulb for corals.
Reason for sale: Was going to be a little Nano for my office desk but decided 1 tank is enough.
All the bulbs are a month and a half old, only used throughout cycle. Includes pump as well.
Price: R350
Pics coming now.
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Sorry its a bit dirty, but not a single scratch ;)
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 8:54pm CDT by Slagter
Hardware for saleThread title: 2 x 220V Cooling Fans
Location: Randburg
Shipping or Collection only: Collection and Shipping at buyers expense
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hey guys.
I have 2 of these fans. I bought them, wired them up, but never actually installed them on my system. They are very nice fans, run off mains power, and they move a lot of air for DIY cooling systems.
Looking for R250 each. I think I paid R350 per fan if memory serves.
For size comparison, that's a 15 inch Macbook... Should give an idea of how big these guys are.
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New shipment came in yesterday have a look...
Carpet anamone - R329.95
Red baced sand anamone - 298.95
long tenticle sand anamone - 249.95
Small purple tip anamone - R198.95
Large yellow anamone - R349.95
Mixed coloured zoo rock - R349.95
Mostly maroon - R349.95
White centered star pollyps - R329.95
Mini carpet anamones _ R249.95
Mini carpet anamones _ R249.95
Mini carpet anamones _ R249.95
Mini carpet anamones on zoo rock _ R498.95
will do more in a sec...
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 5:59pm CDT by Kender
Hi Guys
Anyone have about 10kg's (depending on price) Live Rock to sell in Pretoria area?
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 5:44pm CDT by 3chelon
Hey guys
I just wanted to make sure, are the latex household gloves (yellow ones) suitable for using in the aquarium? Obviously dedicated only to aquarium use.
Thanks
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 5:01pm CDT by Neil H
Welcome to @
darter our 5000th member !! :thumbup:
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 5:01pm CDT by xtreme
Hi Guys in Cape Town.
Do any one know where is Trev or why he isn't online or answering his Cellphone?
Please if you see him or talk to him he needs to contact me urgent.
Thanks
Jacques
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 2:59pm CDT by JsPLAYn
All other livestockCommon Name: blue Lobster and Arrow crab
Scientific Name: -
Size small and medium
How long have you had it? 2months
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Your location. cape town
Price: R350 , R150
Photo's: Awesum little creatures ..... Unfortunately it was unwanted gifts now I don't want it anymore lol.... Blue lobster is very nice and active, mooves about all the time and noy shy, pitty I already have a reef lobster which I hardly see but don't want them to fight..... Arrow crab is also pretty awesum character,only issue is I have boxer shrimp an I believe thy don't get along,so don't wana risk
Arrow Crab is medium size R150
Blue lobster is small ,bout 5cm R350
Call Sieraaj 0768674930
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 1:48pm CDT by reza
Joined last year, only posting for the first time today, guess i'm forum shy.
Anyways just relapsed after been in recovery from marine tank addiction for past few years, as they say once an addict always an addict.
laters:thumbup:
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 1:42pm CDT by roderigo
Iv got 10 kg LR in my quarantine tank its a 35 liter tank I think no fish in there at all just what to know how to keep it alive can I just add a pinch of fish food say once a week or once a month will post some pics tonight
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 1:15pm CDT by AllanEcc
Please help - I'm confused.
6 month tank and recently added a Frogspawn, a Finger Leather and a colt.
I have been adding Calcion as my Calcium levels started to drop down to 350. PH is 8.2, everything else is good. Ca went up to 450 and has now dropped back to 420. My plan is to add Calcion every third day and keep Ca 420.
Alk has dropped to 6. I am confused as to what to add to increase it. I have Slaked Lime & Bicarb Soda. I dont have a Kalkwasser.
When does one add lime and when does one add Bicarb? Or what else works?
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 12:24pm CDT by Dorrey
Do I have to have a Salinity Meter and how often do u need to test for Salinity in the of water?
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 12:18pm CDT by Mo_G
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 11:17am CDT by MerlinT
Hi Guys
Does anybody have a Neon Goby or know of a shop that has Neon Goby's for sale.
Thanks
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 11:04am CDT by MerlinT
Hey Guys
I am looking for about 10Kg's of mature Live Rock. Anybody have some to sell?
Thanks
M
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HI REEFERS :thumbup:
TO BEAT THE WINTER CHILL IDOL MARINE IS
OFFERING A 20% DISCOUNT ON ALL CORAL
INSTORE FROM TODAY TILL SATURDAY 16
JULY.
WE HAVE STUNNING CROCEA,SQUAMOSA AND
MAXIMA CLAMS,RICORDIA YUMA IN ALL COLOURS,
SPS AND LPS.
PLEASE VISIT ,WE ARE SURE THERE IS A CORAL FOR
EVERYONE TO COMPLEMENT THEIR REEF.:thumbup:
CHEERS FOR NOW,
IDOL MARINE CREW.
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 10:16am CDT by Dorrey
Hey!
I was wondering if anyone in CT could tell me what the NSW from 2 Ocean's Aquarium is like the last couple of months. I have found some threads discussing this but that was from last year. Has there been any difference in the quality and what additives do u add to your tank when using NSW from the Aquarium.
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 9:58am CDT by Xereo
Well i thought i share my experience at perky pets with the rest of the forum.
From Day one.
Walking into Perky Pets, David and Dane not knowing me from a bar of soap, treated me with the utmost respect and made me feel like i was a long lost friend.
They wouldn't sell me any crap just to make a sale.. Not like other LFS i know ( Not Saying a word we all know who ) haha
The Advise Given there was Fantastic , from almost giving up after a tank blow out.
They havn't rushed me into buying things and even if im not there for a sale im always welcomed there to have a chat and a cup of coffee.
So my overall experience is 5 Star.
And My passion would never be where it is today without them.
Thanks so much Guys for the great service, And its more than a pleasure dealing with you.
I mean what LFS offers you to come to there house for a BEER ( it Doesn't get better than that)
Regards
Aj :thumbup:
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Hi everyone!
Sorry bout the late post. We got in a shipment of very nice corals and clams in yesterday...
The list includes:
Small (R 500), medium (R 600) and large (R 800) clams of different colors.
Various colored ricordea. (R 180)
Large polpys pieces. (R 350)
Mushroom/Ricordea combo rocks, with polyps and nice algae. (R 300- R 400)
Sorry but no pics today, camera is with the boss.
Cheers
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Posted: July 7th, 2011, 9:00am CDT by MaishB
Hi All
I am totally new to the world of marine I have a large number of tropical tanks.I just purchased a 3 foot tank to get myself started.Is there any good sites you can recomend to help with what equipment is required as well as setting up the tank including cycling the tank
Many Thanks
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Hardware for saleThread title: Metal Halide Fitting For Sale
Location: Centurion
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 
Notes: hi everyone so i have a couple of these metal halide fitting for sale its from Radiant and it includes their control gear for 150 watt MH light, they are going R300 with the control gear, globes not included. Or some nice frags.
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 10:56pm CDT by rob189
ok so i finally decided to ask for help. a bit late i know. i got myself to blue mandarins a while ago. my dad was looking after my fish for me while i was away. i returned on sunday to find them covered in white slime stuff. sorry the pics are crap. if its what i think it was, its the same thing that wiped out my last 2 mandarins aswell as all my live stock 3 months ago... all help will be appreciated
thanks.
oh and i high doubt that my QT tank is "correct", so ya...please help:blush:
my QT basically is a small tank with a hang on filter thing and a heater. it was my ''DT'' as such untill i got my current tank
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My RSM 3 weeks on, note the algae, which is irritating. All water parameters are ok. Hope this will pass. Have realized lights have been on too long, reduced from 10hrs to 6hrs, will see how it goes. Any other suggestions. Just loving it so far.
Tank has 10kg base rock
14kg Live rock
1 blue legged hermit crab
1 Green star Pollop
All doing well
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 8:35pm CDT by bryan
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 7:37pm CDT by bryan
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 7:23pm CDT by bryan
Hi Guys
Vietnam came in today ... clams available... :whistling:
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 7:10pm CDT by bryan
Hi guys,
We landed Vietnam today.
Here's some pics of the Zoas :thumbup:
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 6:43pm CDT by roderigo
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 4:54pm CDT by Crazyfig
Hiya all,
Just joined. Have always wanted a marine aquarium (had tropical fish tank many years ago), looking to learn a lot here! Im thinking of starting small (tank wise) and then eventually getting a larger tank one day as I have heard a marine tank is tough to maintain and costly.
Cheers
CF ;)
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Let's all change our avatars for the rest of the week in honour of one of our fellow reefers...
Here's a link to the pic...
Google Image Result for http://sylviamoessinger.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/stress02.jpg
Come on guys...
Show your support...
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 2:15pm CDT by hiralall
hi i am looking for some xenia and frogspawn from anybody in the durban area.
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 1:53pm CDT by George
TUNZE aims not to produce the most powerful pumps, but to reproduce current situations which are present also in various reef zones. Each zone is represented in examples of reefs with the appertaining types of pump.
There are various zones but today I shall concentrate on :-
Inner reef edge
Reef top
Outer reef edge
Outer reef slope
The TUNZE 6105 Turbelle Electronic Stream Pump is perfect for the above zones.
The inner reef edge current is influenced by tidal action, but low lapping waves. Illumination is very important in this zone and produces magnificent growth of corals.
The reef top current is influenced by tidal action and breaking of waves. The growth of coral is very dense in this zone.
The outer reef edge zone has the strongest current, waves and illumination are very intensive. Acropora coral polyps, favia corals, porites hard corals all thrive especially well in this zone.
The outer reef slope has slight waves and high illumination, the variety of species and the number of hard corals here are very high.
TUNZE 6105 Turbelle Electronic Stream Pump for aquariums 200 -2 000 litres with a flow rate of 3 000 - 13 000 l/hr. Energy consumption max. 28 W.
What makes the Turbelle Electronic Stream pumps an unbeatable combination of flow and versatility, is that both of these can be completely controlled so that the optimum conditions of a specific reef zone can be achieved. The direction of the flow can be specifically pointed in any direction due to the 3D adjustment available, with the magnet holder supplied as standard with the pump, this means it can be placed anywhere on the glass pane. Your flow rate can be adjusted by adding a 7096 or a 7095 Multi Controller which would give you full control of the wave action, flow and power in your aquarium.
There is no other pump that can give you so much control over the aquarium environment that you are trying to create.
Cheers Anita
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 1:42pm CDT by mupwi
hi I have this purple film algae starting to cover all my liverock how can I get rid of it as it is starting to become a problem I reduced my lighting cycle but it has only slowed it a bit but im getting worried that my corals might start suffering from not enough light
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 1:02pm CDT by Dorrey
Ok so I bought a Boy TL550 Tank, what must I get next?
:P:P
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 1:01pm CDT by Oceanson
Hi all Reefer's,
Today our new shipment lands here's a list of what we will be getting in:
Our SPECIAL TURBO SNAILS R20each (limited to 4 per customer)
ORDER ENGLISH NAME LATIN NAME- 2 x Red Soft FingerDendronephthya Sp.2Acanthastrea - OrangeAcanthastrea Enchinata
- 2 x Candy Cane CoralCaulestrea Furcata
- 2 x Torch Coral (Green) - (M)Euphyllia Paradivisa
- 2 x Green Branch (Octopus L.tip )CoralEuphyllia Sp
- 2 x Short Polyp Plate Coral (Pink)Fungia Sp.
- 2 x Short Polyp Plate Coral (Red)Fungia Sp.
- 8 x Blue Legs Hermit CrabCalcinus Elegans
- 1 x Blue/Purple MushroomDiscosoma Sp. Blue/Purple
- 1 x Green Stripe MushroomDiscosoma Sp. Green Stripe
- 2 x Soft Coral Colt Tree - BlueCladiella Sp
- 2 x Softcoral WhiteNempthea Sp
- 2 x Flower Leather Sinularia Dura
- 2 x Elegance Coral (M) L.Hair Red TipCatalaphyllia Jardinei
- 2 x Short Polyp Plate Coral (Green)Fungia Sp.
- 2 x Short Polyp Plate Coral (Orange)Fungia Sp.
- 2 x Birdnest Coral PinkSeriatopora Histrix
- 2 x Harlequin Mantis ShrimpOdontodactylus Scyllarus
- 2 x Cauliflower RedDendronephthya Sp.
- 2 x Acanthastrea - RedAcanthastrea Lordhowensis
- 2 x Branching Alveopora - PurpleAlveopora Sp.
- 2 x Purple Flower Pot CoralGoniopora Sp.
- 2 x L.T.Green Metallic Plate Coral - (M)Heliofungia Actiniformis
- 2 x Monty Finger Coral - Pink/RedMontipora Digitata
- 2 x Purple Reef LobsterEnoplometopus Debelius
- 104 x Turbo Snail (Pyramid-Medium)Trochus Pyramis
- 2 x Branch Flowerpot Coral - GreenAlveopora Sp. Branching
- 2 x Branch Hammer Coral - GreenEuphyllia Parancora
- 2 x Green Tip Branch (Noddle Head )CoralEuphyllia Sp
- 2 x Ruffled CoralMerulina Sp.
- 2 x Feather Duster Yellow / GreenSabellastarte Sp.
- 2 x Feather Duster Red (XL)Sabellastarte Spectabilis.
- 12 x Purple Reef LobsterEnoplometopus Debelius
- 2 x Leather Mushroom HardSacrophyton Glaucum
- 2 x Cultured Acropora - ColorAcropora Sp. (Cultured)
- 2 x Cultured Acropora - TableAcropora Sp. (Cultured)
- 2 x Cultured Acropora - Super ColorAcropora Sp. (Cultured)
- 2 x Cultured Pocillopora - Red/PinkPocillopora Sp.(Cultured)
- 2 x Gold Finger LeatherSinularia Sp.Gold
- 2 x Hammer Coral - Neon Green Euphyllia Ancora
- 2 x Green Rice Coral Physogyra Sp.
- 2 x Birdnest Coral YellowSeriatopora Histrix
- 2 x Cultured Montipora - Digitata ColourMontipora Digitata (Cultured)
- 8 x Colonial Polyps - Asstd Colors SpecialZoanthus Sp. Special Colors
- 2 x Cauliflower OrangeDendronephthya Sp.
- 2 x Devil Leather FingerLobophyton Sp
- 2 x Devil Leather HandLobophyton Sp
- 2 x Moon Stone Coral (Colour)Favia Sp.
- 2 x Cultured Stylopora - ColorStylopora Sp. (Cultured)
- 1 x Blue/Purple MushroomDiscosoma Sp. Blue/Purple
- 4 x Star Polyps - WhiteClavularia Sp
- 4 x Clove Polyps - Green (Anthelia)Clavularia Sp. Aff. Anthelia
- 4 x Star Polyps - GreenClavularia Viridis
- 2 x Broccoli Coral - Red/PurpleNeospongodes Sp.
- 2 x Club Flowerpot CoralAlveopora Sp.
- 1 x Branch Flowerpot Coral - GreenAlveopora Sp. Branching
- 1 x Candy Cane CoralCaulestrea Furcata
- 2 x Tube Branch Grape CoralEuphylia Yaeyamaensis
- 1 x Hammer Coral - Neon Green Euphyllia Ancora
- 2 x Green Flowerpot Coral (Oval)Goniopora Sp.
- 2 x Cultured Montipora - SupermanMontipora Danae.(Cultured)
We will post pictures and prices later....
Tel: 021 552 7553
Oceanson Aquarium
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 12:21pm CDT by lanzo
Hi Guys
Landing Vietnam again today
Lost of Zoa's:yeahdude:
Mini carpets:yeahdude:
Yuma's
Ric's
ect ect
Pics will be uploaded to FaceBook within 5 hours from now...
Search for Dorry Pets under Face Book
Happy reefing
Best Regards
Dorry Pets
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 12:13pm CDT by Jayceew
Hi All
I am going on a hike from 13 to 18 August and I have arranged with my cousin to stay at my house while we are away, problem is he has no marine keeping experience.
I will provide him with a schedule of actions for the week on the tank, I'm just a little worried should something go wrong as I will not have cellphone reception during this time.
Is there perhaps anyone in Pretoria East or close to it that would be willing to be available on their cellphone for him should he need urgent advise or assistance?
Would really appreciate help on this!
If there is anyone willing to assist, please PM me your details.
Thanks very much!
He will be babysitting this smallish tank below.
Details of tank:
DT: Cube 50cm x 50cm x 50cm
Sump(DSB) : 8cm x 30cm x 40cm
TS1 Skimmer
T5 lighting
Vortech MP10
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 12:00pm CDT by Delcol77
I live in Hartenbos and I am busy in the process of opening a new seafood restaurant. I don't know who to contact in SA that can build a customized Saltwater Fishtank under the counter. Does anyone know who to contact please? I am looking forward to learn from all you guys how to set up a Saltwater Fishtank, someone told me it is impossible, but I also know nothing is impossible!!!:thumbup:
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 11:37am CDT by roderigo
can anyone post a pice with there blackberry 8520 if so how do you do it coz I've been trying but just can't seem to get it rite I what to post a pic so the guys can help me to I'd some things
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Posted: July 6th, 2011, 10:56am CDT by Dane
Hi everyone,
It brings me a great deal of pain to have to bear such terrible news. Our fellow friend and reefer Johan Van Aardt passed away early on Monday morning. I do not know any of the details, as my only connection with him was through reefkeeping.
Below is the post his brother made, as I know many of the Cape Townians will want to attend his memorial.
"Hi all, this is not Johan, I am his brother, and regret that I have to bring you this tragic news, Johan passed away early on monday morning, The memorial service will be held on thursday at 12 in the morning at the NG church table view."
It is a tragedy to have lost such a young and kind member of our community, and I know he will be remembered for his generosity and willingness to lend a helping hand to those around him.
Regards,
Dane
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This forum has a number of Aquariusts that have set up fragging and breeding tanks on a number of varying scales. None have permits. The reason is two fold i presume. The first is ignorance of the requirement and the other the level of difficulty in obtaining a permit.
I have provided quite a bit of information on @
dee 's thread of splitting an anemone that aquariusts could use to obtain a permit. However i do not foresee a rush to do so. If we look at @
LuckyFish case he attempted to apply for a permit and then had his stock seized (sort of) and is now in a court battle to save his passion and possible future. This is a definite deterrent for others wanting to apply for permits to be within the laws of SA.
If each breeder and or propagator individually applies for a permit i do not see much success as he/she will be seen as one hobbyist trying to beet the system. If an organisation on the other hand applies or fights for the right to breed and propagate is another story.
Perhaps if we request MASA, @
Alan and @
viper357, to form a body or committee to represent the hobbyist in decision made by MCM. I know that the answer is going to be, "Who is going to have the time to do it" . If we are serious about our hobby, and many are, surely we can have a half dozen or so guys stick up their hands.
Representation to MCM or DAFF is to a point done by business in the form of SAPTA. However this representation is purely business orientated and in my opinion very biased. We do not have a commercial marine ornamental breeding facility supplying the LFS. We only have importers and it is the importers that SAPTA represent most.
I really would like the input from some of the guys that have spent a lot of time, money and effort into their aquaculture setups. Let us try and make a difference as a MASA group.
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 11:04pm CDT by Len
Hi
Busy buying wave-makers for my Boyu HS-60 (128l). I am hooking them up to a AM wave controller, so can go up to 3.
What are you guys running in terms of size and number of units in your nanos?
PS, I will mainly have LPS, a very few SPS and one day a nemie.
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 11:02pm CDT by CJT
Hi guys
I have this fish and he likes
chasing the other fish around the tank any one know what type of fish this is?
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Hi everybody i am new with marine been doing the tap water tanks for awhile now and just got bored of it so wanted a new challenge i bought a 125L tank from another masa member it doesn't have a sump got a built in filter which i think im going to the change all the sponges to pieces of live rock, and i added a reef octopus BH-1000 HOB skimmer rated at 400L so its a bit of an over kill. so feel free to give me any advice, i think i might need alot of it to succeed and make this an awsm little nano.
i have got one Seio m560 is this enough for my flow should i add another power head? and where should i direct my powerheads to get best flow and no dead spots?
i have about 18kg of live rock in at the moment
my live stock is
2x clowns but removing one tomorrow due to fitting
1x sixline wrasse
1x lawnmower blenny
3x orange legged hermits
2 little frags of blue pulsing xenia
and 1 little mushroom on a rock
i also run a small bag of of purigen in my built in filter.
thanks any advice would be much appreciated:)
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 9:56pm CDT by squirel
Hi all, ive just bought a 500 litre tank with a sump . I would like some advice
on what skimmer and pumps to go for.
Thanks
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 9:46pm CDT by Paul B
Maybe it's just me but I have been feeding my LPS corals pellets soaked in fish oil for years and they seem to thrive on it. I also feed other things but this is relatively easy and I like to get as much fish oil into them as I can.
Bubble corals, torch corals and candy canes I know will eat this.
You can see in this picture just above the reflected light the pellet going down it's mouth
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 9:31pm CDT by viper357
Now this is what I call a true reefkeeper :lol:
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Hi all,
I'm planning my next tank.
I'm still not convinced if I should run MH, but that is a question on it's own.
What I would like to know, for T5 lighting (DIY), would a 2m or 2.2m tank be better?
The tank will be either:
2000l x 700w x 650h (water level) = 910L
2200 x 700w x 650h (water level) = 1001L
I can go wider from 700 to 800 if need be.
All input apreciated!
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 8:06pm CDT by ThaneF
Hi all,
I have these two algaes starting to grow. My tank is just under a year old, all of the parameters are in check and they have grown out of my "old" live rock. Must I nuke them or leave them, any advice is appreciated.
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 7:40pm CDT by malooda
hi
i had this sump made by idol marine but i never know what i wanted then and now i need to change it. as you can see in the pics below the dividers are very low and bcoz of that when the water level drops, it drops in all the compartments and that causes the skimmers water level to go upside down aswell. the second chamber where the sand bed is, is to small for a dsb so il have to go the np pallets route. what would you guys suggest i do. the sumps dimensions are: 98cm long 35cm high 37cm width
the current divisions are: 1st comp 43cm 2nd 30cm 3rd 15cm
i was thinking of doing lr in the middle chamber
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One of our latest clients have kindly let us take pics of his new tank which we built and set up just less than 2 months ago. Let us know what you think?
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 5:24pm CDT by Reef-O
Is it really that bad to have Mojana Anemone in your tank?:yeahdude:
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 5:21pm CDT by Rod
Here are a few pics of the Banggai's Dee has just bred:
Please click on the pic to view all three.
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 4:26pm CDT by Meneer
Literally..
Will it grow another one?
... or do I remove the tube?
I read somewhere that they can grow another.
How long will that take and when will I know if it should be removed?
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 4:22pm CDT by Alan
Well as some know i have just redone my DT after a sponge infestation, so i decided to check my salinity which i do from time to time, about once a year on average. Used a friends refractometer and found my salinity down at 1021 so added salt to my top ups which in winter are about 20 - 30L per day for a few weeks. Took a reading a couple of days ago and it was 1022, damn still a long way to go. Visited another friend with a refractometer today and it gave me 1026 and i haven't added any salt in between tests. Both refractometers are new, both were calibrated at the time of the test and both these guys run their DT's at 1025 and the live stock in both are thriving. Do i now have to find a 3rd refractometer to check against.
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 4:19pm CDT by JsPLAYn
Smallish lumo green anemones,,,,, grow an spread kwik.... What to do
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I arrived home today to find this...
Now I need some help/answers please...
I know he/she layed eggs (snails are hermaphrodite)
-Should I leave the eggs to hatch?
If Half of them hatch and reach any kind of size my 25l tank would be to the brim with snails :eek:
If ten percent of them die, the nitrate/amonia spike would kill everything else in my tank (again, just 25l) :eek:
What should I do?
At least now I know they like me... :biggrin:
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Hey all, hope every one is keeping well in this cold weather.
Im hopeing someone can help me out with some Chaeto and a cup full of sand from a mature deep sand bed, anyone in the kempton area or close to kempton.
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 2:39pm CDT by ziyaadb
My wife has started taking an active interest in the tank now, was getting upset yesterday when the sailfin and yellow were showing the naso whos Boss(the naso is her fish) ,She also Started feeding them as well. Actually smsd me to tell me that the flame is chowing flakes:lol:
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 11:45am CDT by Dorrey
Hey Everyone!!
I was wondering if any of you in CT have found significant price differences when buying stuff from the different Marine Shops or are most of the shop's prices on par with each other?
Is there spesific shops that you would recommend for fish only?
thanksani
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Posted: July 5th, 2011, 10:09am CDT by duanead
Hi guys looking for any amount of life rock as I'm almost starting my tank, if anyone can help me please pm me
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came across this page while browsing.
Thought Id share it. Maybe it been posted already but i think this will help new members to choose a cuc wisely.
Establishing up a Clean-up Crew in Your Saltwater Aquarium - Rate My Fish Tank
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what are these
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hi everyone, got a bit of a problem, i have a flame goby in a 60L boyu cube tank, he looks as if he is blind cos when i feed (mixed flake normally and fish eggs and marine mix enriched with garlic supreme for a treat) he comes out of his hole and looks for the food but does not seem to see it he swims right past the biggest pieces and when something is right in front of his nose he will try eat it and misses 9 times out of 10, he also tends to swim into the glass and other things in the tank.
this has gone on now for about 6 to 8 months now and he is starting to look a bit thin :(, i do water changes weekly of about 15% and salinity is checked twice a week and kept between 1.020 and 1.024, clean sponges once a month, i dont really check any of the other parameters as i use my ls as a gauge to water quality, i have various softees in the tank that are all doing well as well as a small striped surgeon that needs to come out soon, he is fine aswell.
if anyone can shed some light on this it would be great, is it possible the goby could be short sighted or something like that? oh yes i forgot to add the goby has no apparent visible issues with his eyes they look perfectly normal and also i took him out my main system cos of the feeding issue, was acting strange since the day i got him tbh???
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 10:25pm CDT by CJT
Hi Guys
My test readings are as follows:
Nitrite is 0.02
Nitrate is 5
my salinity is just under 1022
Are these fine?
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 9:56pm CDT by Annoying
Hey everyone
So after a reply I sent on a other post I got the idea. What is the dumbest thing you initially thought worked in marines. This is in the beginner days when you didn't know better and didn't take the time to do the research. This is if you began a tank before you joined MASA or a other information group.
I will start, initially when I began with my 180L tank I only ran it with a canister filter that I cleaned once a month:whistling:. Also I thought a water change was to suck out some detritus on the ground and run it through a filter and use the "clean" water again.:lol:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 9:44pm CDT by Annoying
Hey everyone
Just a quick question. Is it needed to give additives to a tank if you target feed your corals weekly to bi-weekly? I'm only talking about softies and LPS which is able to feed easily and with success. The food being high protein and vitamin foods like mussels and hake pieces etc. In the food most of the needed minerals and vitamins are found like calcium, iodide, etc. What would your opinions be, main reason I'm asking is that a lot of what we dose in the tank just gets skimmed out of the tank a few days after. If we target feed the coral then we know it gets it's nutrients.
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 8:38pm CDT by duanead
Hi guys I just want to find out what you guys think,I'm starting my tank now and want to know what you guys think if I should buy already mixed salt water or rather mix it myself as I have no experience with these types of things please
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I've got a plage of aptaisia, before I tried to nuke them with Aptaisia-X but now there are more. What are your thouts on me getting a Pepperment Shrimp to eat the aptaisia. The aptaishia is stil small at the moment.
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 7:01pm CDT by Hermanus
Hi this is a pump for octx reef octopus skimmer. If given power it does not want to start not even making a sound nothing. Any idea what is wrong?
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 5:50pm CDT by CW
Hi there PPL
I need help please.
I need to know where i can get FC2 Lampholder settings for a 250w metal halide HGI Bulb.
Please help.
Thanx
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 5:45pm CDT by Hermanus
Does anyone have? How difficult is it to keep?
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 4:18pm CDT by Potions
Hi guys
I'm new to the adventurous (best word I could find apart from scary) world of keeping marine aquariums. I've done a lot of research, bought a book called The Conscientious Marine Aquarist by Robert Fenner and done lots of internet research (including MASA ;)) on keeping a marine aquarium. I just got an opportunity to start a tank for myself through a friend wanting to sell his setup. Its a boyu TL-550. I would have preferred a 40 or 50 gallon rectangular tank more as heard more water the easier it is to keep. But for the price of the setup I have to go for this.
Basically my question is to do with the liverock I will be getting from my friend. My initial idea was to store it in a 20 ltr bucket premixed salt water with a small heater and airstone, but I've been reading up on Aiptasia and my friend says he has a some Aiptasia on his liverock. I've read these things are a nuisance to get rid of, so I was wondering if it would be best to potentially let the liverock dry out and then 'recure' the liverock in my new tank and seed it with a new small piece of liverock from the aquarist store (sams), thereby getting rid of the Aiptasia without fear of a reprisal :unhappy:?
So my basic questions are:
1. Should I dry out the liverock to get rid of the aiptasia and then recure it in my new tank?
2. Will this work? And if so how long do I need to dry the rock out for?
3. Is there anything else I would need to do to the liverock (like boil it or something?)
4. Is there a better way?
Thanks a lot
Much appreciated on the answers.
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 3:55pm CDT by Slagter
Hardware for saleThread title: Deltec Reactor and TS 1 For sale
Location: Randburg
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Hey guys
I have a Deltec reactor with 250ml of NP pellets for sale. The pellets have been opened just to check if they are big enough for the reactor (They are by the way). I haven't used it yet. No pump.
Reactor with pellets: R1100
I also have a TS1 skimmer with a brand new skimmer cup, in perfect (Almost brand new) order: R900
It's one of these guys:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 2:58pm CDT by Alan
I would love to add some fire shrimp and cleaner shrimp to my system but have a fairly large Hawk Fish, would there be a problem here??
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 2:42pm CDT by Arries
Hey all...well yesterday I bought a boxer shrimp...added I'm into my tank after dripping him in 4 about an hour...looked happy and was moving between the rocks ect...this mornin I c the guy just lying there looks like he is dead...but as I came closer I could c thet his 'gills' are still moving...so he isn't dead yet but also not moving...did I do something wrong or is he in shock or wot...and wots the ideal water conditions 4 shrimp?Any advise will be grately appreciated...
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 2:34pm CDT by Ari
Hi guys I'm on holiday in George this week. And I got a couple of hermits last week is it very important to provide shells? I don't want death so will it be fine to take some shells from george and put it in my tank. Has anyone done this, Im just scared it will bring parasites:( Is there a process before putting them in? Thanx in advance:thumbup:
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Our front coral tank with loads of beautiful LPS, SPS and Yellow Tangs!!!
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 2:04pm CDT by WINEGUMS
Hi All
I've noticed something on my yellow tangs' skin. It looks like a white film & vague white spots but is only visible when I look very closely at him & only if the light catches it at the right angle. The marks are also visible on the transparent fins on his side. I'm assuming this is not normal & otherwise he seems happy. He is eating & doesn't seem to be scratching himself on anything. My cleaner wrasse is very interested though & constantly cleaning the tang.
Unfortunately I don't think the camera I have will be able to capture what I'm talking about.
I have had him for about 3 weeks now & didn't quarintine him because I haven't got the necessary equipment yet.:whistling:
What do you guys think?
Thanks
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 1:53pm CDT by Oceanson
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 1:18pm CDT by MerlinT
Hey Guys
I am looking too buy some matured Live Rock. Please pm me and let me know if you have any to sell.
Thanks
Merlin
082 3333 108
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 1:10pm CDT by Elrond
Dudes,
So I recently purchased a great clam. I'm not 100% sure if it's a Maxima or a Crocea. I'm running 6xT5's. It's been a week and he keeps jumping off the LR. Every now and then he appears to be settled and I wake up the morning and he's hopped off the rockery. This morning I just left him on the sand bed as I didnt have time to de-robe to fish him out. I'm placing him fairly high up on the LR and tried fillding with the powerheads... any suggestions??
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 12:18pm CDT by inflames
Hardware for saleThread title: 4 foot tank for sale
Location: Ruimsig
Shipping or Collection only: Collection only
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 
Notes: This sale is a tank only! 6mm glass all round with bracing, brand new front glass. R650 neg. 1220mmx450mmx450mm
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For all
East Coast rock lobster, mud crab and mollusc / general bait permit-holders
In April I did a survey of lobster, mussel, oyster and general bait collection during the months of January to March 2010. Thank you very much to all who participated in this survey. Your responses were added to a database documenting long-term invertebrate collection in KZN... and you were also entered into a lucky draw for a few prizes. Your information is important and is used to improve management of recreational fisheries. Relevant information is passed on to our fishery management bodies, Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife and the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. In the near future, I hope to also provide some feedback on survey results to the permit-holders.
It is now time to survey your collection efforts from
April to June 2011. As in the April survey, all survey participants will be entered into a lucky draw for the following prizes:
First prize: Two uShaka Platinum Passes free entry into Sea World and Wet n Wild for a whole year
Second prize: Sea World Meet a Dolphin experience for two people
Third prize: A choice of one Island adventure experience (Xpanda Shark dive, Ocean Walker and Avis Snorkel Lagoon subject to availability) for two people at Sea World
Four consolation prizes: Two Sea World / Wet n Wild combo tickets :)
The prize draw will be on 16 January 2012 at the Oceanographic Research Institute and winners will be contacted by phone before 31 January 2012. To qualify for the prizes you must have an
East Coast rock lobster, mud crab or mollusc / general bait permit and complete in full the survey about your harvesting activities from
April to June 2011. Complete the survey at
[https:] or go to the ORI website (
www.ori.org.za) and click on
INVERT SURVEY. The questionnaire should take no longer than five minutes. Please complete the survey even if you caught nothing this information is important. You may only complete the questionnaire once per survey, but are allowed to participate in all of the 2011 surveys (in April, July and October 2011) and improve your chance of winning a prize. Please fill in your personal details in full and provide a phone number where you can be contacted between 16-31 January 2012 during office hours. Your information will remain confidential. Please take note that the permit system changed last year.
Mussel and
oyster permits are no longer sold and these animals are now collected on the mollusc / general bait permit (09).
Thank you very much for your help.thanksani
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 11:53am CDT by rob189
ok its about time i do my tank thread :)
DT: 1700 Lx600Hx500W
sump: a little bit longer than DT
My tank's basically a mixed reef with LPS, SPS and softies.
i have 2 DSB's in my sump, a TS2 skimmer, a DIY PO4 reactor, chaeto and caluerpa...
fish stocking:
2 sebae clowns
1 bicolor angel
1 fire goby
1 niger trigger
1 cleaner wrasse
1 lunare wrasse
1 seahare...might be 3. saw 2 babies(i think) in my sump last night
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 11:00am CDT by akhannay
hello i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can anyone help me? :whistling:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 11:00am CDT by akhannay
hello i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can anyone help me? :whistling:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 11:00am CDT by akhannay
hello i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can anyone help me? :whistling:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 11:00am CDT by akhannay
hello i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can anyone help me? :whistling:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 10:59am CDT by akhannay
hello i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can anyone help me? :whistling:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 10:59am CDT by akhannay
hello i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can anyone help me? :whistling:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 10:59am CDT by akhannay
hello i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can anyone help me? :whistling:
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 10:58am CDT by akhannay
hello Lanzo... i am looking for a small reef compatible pistol shrimp... its super urgent. Can you help me? :whistling: regards andy
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 10:25am CDT by Zuna
hey guys
quick question... when mixing salt does the salt in the mixing tank need to be the same salinity as the salt in your DT.
the reason Im asking is that Ive had my Alkaline and calcium raise enormously and i ve not been using any additives besides phosphate remover and microbacter7.
the only thing Ive been doing is my 10% water changes which is 75L so i dont know if Im using too much salt or what
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Posted: July 4th, 2011, 8:38am CDT by Qaiser
Fish for saleCommon Name: Yellow tang
Scientific Name: Zebrasoma flavescens
Size of fish +-8cm
How long have you had the fish? About a year
Is the fish eating? Yes. flakes, nori,brine and even lance fish
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Your location. Cape town
Price: R550
Photo's: 
Notes: Call me on 072 536 7563
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Fish for saleCommon Name: Yellow belly regal tang
Scientific Name: -
Size of fish 10 - 12 cm
How long have you had the fish? 7 months
Is the fish eating? yes like a pig
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Your location. paulshof
Price: R450
Photo's: I have decided to let go of my regal as he is now gone to large. Very very healthy and eats alot. If you want him and place dibs you will need to give me some time to catch him. So due to that only serious buyers.
Will upload better pics later
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 2:52am CDT by gershwin
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 11:39pm CDT by guppy
Hi everyone,new member here!I'm currently setting up a new marine tank 1.550x450x650mm.Im very excited but very patient as there are so many opinions and advice given that i have been cautiosly optomistic about jumping in and getting started.My equipment are new and as follows,3500lt up lift pump,nw 200/6540 reef octopus skimmer,eheim 300w heater ,1200mm sump,salinity tester,digital thermometre and 2 off 12000ltr phr double head sun sun power heads and some drums for water transport.I think thats all so wish me luck!oh just for the record I have purchased no test kits yet,temporary Budget constrants.
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Detailed help requestAre you experiencing any problems in your tank? No
Brief Description Profilux Optical sensors set up
Tank size 2m x 80 x 60
System Volume 1100l
How long has your tank been running? 5 weeks
What livestock do you have? None
Water Parameters Ph 8.2
Nitrite 0
Nitrate 0
Phosphate .04
Ammonia 0
Salinity 1.026
Temp 25.5
What lighting is over the tank? Giesemann 12 x 80w T5 for DT
Dymax 4 x 54w sump
Pumps and equipment eheim 3500 return
2 x MP60W ES
Skimz 302skm external skimmer
Calcium reactor with 3 chambers 2 running carbon
NP reactor
ATO
Profilux iii ex
Kalkstirrer
Maintenance No water changes yet starting next week
Other info and photo's. Can anyone help, I have two profilux optical sensors connected to the profilux with a splitter on Level1&2 and under the profilux control level 1 is set to ATO with 2 sensors. The PAB bar is set to water 1 but it doesnt switch on the pump when the water level is low. What am I doing wrong?
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 10:04pm CDT by Marine1
Hi all
New here and I hope I could learn from all
Cheers
Kevin
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 8:24pm CDT by FINatic
Fish for saleCommon Name: Powder Blue Tang
Scientific Name: -
Size of fish 15cm long
How long have you had the fish? 5 days
Is the fish eating? Not yet just got it
Shipping or Collection only: collection
Your location. JHB
Price: R600
Photo's: 
Notes: Hi
Purchased this awsome speciment 5 days ago . But I feel its just to big for my tank.
The guy I got him from has the same problem so can't return him.
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 4:57pm CDT by bothal08
hey all i thought id start my new thread now that the tank is up. Ive been wanting to upgrade mainly because of being able to get bigger and better fish and having a more stable tank(currently ive got an 80 litre boyu).Im wanting a mixed reef with a bit of everything.
heres the equipment so far
DT- 120x45x45 around 240 litres
sump- 85x30x30 around 75 litres
system = 315 litres roughly
hood- 6xt5
sump plans:
1st-planning on getting a Ts2 skimmer (nice nd big)
2nd-dsb with a few macros
3rd- return pump...2800 lph Hailea
heater somewhere in their.
im gonna try fill the tank tomorrow nd get some pics up.
let me know what you all think.
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I recently acquired a Yellow Tang (a month ago) and today I noticed that he has started repeatedly rubbing himself against my Brain Coral... Why does he do this?
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 2:26pm CDT by Meneer
Hi
My KH is currently sitting at 7
PH:8
Salinity:1026
Temp: 24
Ammonia:0
Nitrite:0
Nitrate:0
Phosphate:0.1
Occupants: Only have 4 fish, 2 hermits, Sea hare, 1 Cleaner Shrimp and 2 Snails
Various Mushrooms, 5 Zoa frags, Xenia, 2 tubeworms, Bali Polyps and 1 leather in my tank.
KH used to be 10.
How do I get it up (I know baking soda, but have no idea of the dosage or method)
What will the effects of a low KH be on my tank?
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Howsit guys
Any reefer's in witbank that have any coral frags for sale
zoa's , leather , pin cushion , hammers's frog spawns, mushrooms
NO!!! SPS's
:)
Plz send me a pm
Regards
Reefmaster_sa
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 11:26am CDT by llandlo
pls can somebody break down the pros and cons of each?
i inherited a tank and am slowly learning and becoming facinated?
now i have stared with comercial mix but what would happen if i added sea water in my water change my dad works every month at the sea so what would happen if i get him to bring me back some water?
is it a case of if you start one way dont change?
surely sea water is at the correct paramiters naturally and has plenty of algae and lilltle planktons etc...or am i being naive?
sorry about the newbie questions but just wondering
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 11:06am CDT by Jimbo
Various corals for saleCommon Names: Blastomusa, zoanthids
Scientific Names: -
Size of coral 15 heads, 4 heads and a zoa rock
How long have you had the corals? Approx. 8months
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Your location. Cape Town
Price: R380, R380 and R220
Photo's: 
Notes: It's the large colony of green and brown blastos and the red ones on the left.
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 10:58am CDT by dv8
just the display, the full tank shots. then you find a tank you like and then you can go to that persons tank thread and get more details. sound like a good idea? i thought so.
so pretty pls, lets just keap it to tank photo's and a link to your tank thread and then we sit back and look at all the eye candy. i'll start it off
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Posted: July 3rd, 2011, 10:20am CDT by Dorrey
Hey Everyone!
I am new to this Forum. I am in the planning stages and haven't bought a Tank yet. I have done a fair amount of reading up thus far but I have a question regarding the choice of tank. How do u decide tank to buy? I am looking at the Buyo range or Nano Cube to start with, since I am new to Marine Fish Keeping and have a limited budget.
Would it be cheaper to buy a complete setup tank like a Nano or Buyo or is it cheaper to buy a regular tank and add the Filters, Skimmer ect.. to it?
I was looking at a small 25L or 50 L tank but was told that those are really risky to go with since the margin for error is small in a tank like that, but how do i afford a bigger tank with a limited budget?
I am planning on having a Reef Tank at the end of the day.
PLEASE HELP???
:)
Thanks for a great forum!
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Hi everyone
Can anybody tell me were I can get a Hydro Theo Heater...? I've been searching the Web and the only place that stocks it is wantitall.co.za and that's not even a Marine Site:eek:...I've been on their Site before and they usually end up asking double compared to other places, so I'm hopeing I can get it at a Marine Store that actually deals with Marine...:)
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 11:19pm CDT by Anemone
Just received one of those phone calls nobody ever wants to get. My fiancés brother stopped breathing. He was resuscitated, but is currently on life support. We are waiting to find out what caused this and also waiting on a CT scan to determine the extent of the damage. His brother is a 10+ hour drive from us. At this time we dont know if we are leaving in a few hours, few days, or if Ill be dropping Scott off at the airport and staying behind.
I know there are a few pending anemone issues, @
Alan, @
viper357, @
sihaya and others Im sure will help you out with your anemones if I disappear for a few day.
Thanks guys!
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Various corals for saleCommon Names: pincushion,leathers,mushrooms,zenia.
Scientific Names: -
Size of coral pncushion=20x20cm .leathers x3 on large live rock,big leathers on another live rock,huge liverock with mushrooms
How long have you had the corals? 3-5 years
Shipping or Collection only: collection only
Your location. athlone cape town
Price: prices are on photos
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 10:54pm CDT by ESP
All other livestockCommon Name: Kenyan Live Rock
Scientific Name: -
Size Medium
How long have you had it? 1 year +
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Your location. Cape Town
Price: R65/kg
Photo's: Kenyan Live Rock fully matured R65/kg, +/- 20kg's. Please call 082 5321299 or email EParker369@gmail.com, don't PM as I am not always online.
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 10:50pm CDT by ESP
Full system sales or multiple items for sale.Thread title: Boyu 1.2m tank on cabinet
Location: Cape Town
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: 1.2m x 43cm x 46 cm Boyu tank on cabinet with lid & 3 lights fitted in lid. Well looked after R2500. Please call 082 5321299 or email EParker369@gmail.com, don't PM as I am not always online.
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 10:45pm CDT by ESP
Hardware for saleThread title: AquaMedic Multi SL Skimmer
Location: Cape Town
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: AquaMedic Multi SL Skimmer with PH2500 needle wheel pump. R1000. Please call 082 5321299 or email EParker369@gmail.com, don't PM as I am not always online.
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 10:41pm CDT by ESP
Fish for saleCommon Name: Marine Fish
Scientific Name: -
Size of fish As listed
How long have you had the fish? 1 year +
Is the fish eating? Yes
Shipping or Collection only: Collection
Your location. Cape Town
Price: As listed
Photo's: Picasso trigger 10 cm R200, Maroon Clown 10cm R120, Tomato Clown 5cm R60, Yellow Tail Damsel 4cm R50, Chromis 5cm R60. All fish are in a system for over a year. Call 082 5321299 or email EParker369@gmail.com, please don't PM as I'm not always on line.
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 7:55pm CDT by SchyffS
Anyone have a spare impeller shaft for eheim 1250 pump
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Hi Guys,
I have recently seen this white plant like substance growing in my tank. any idea as to what it may be?
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 7:08pm CDT by Sammy
Hi there, anyone have some nice LPS or SPS pieces for me in Cape Town, please PM me.
Trying to create a LPS dominated system.
PS !!!! Sponsors I know what you already have.
Thx
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 5:21pm CDT by Tyler
Hello,
I'm starting a new tank and thought it would be a good idea to join a forum and get some advice and hopefully be able to share some too, in time.
I'm not new to fishkeeping, I've kept both tropical and marine. It's been a while though and also this is going to probably be my most high tech system to date, so I'm sure I'm going to need a lot of help with regards to the best protein skimmer to buy and that kind of thing.
It's going to be a slow process I'm afraid, probably going to buy a few bits and pieces each month until I have what I need to start. I'd rather take a bit longer and get decent equipment than rush it and have a system I'm not really happy with.
About the only thing I have at the moment is a sturdy cabinet which looks perfect to hold a tank.
I'm thinking of building a tank 1m x 50cm by about 50 or 60cm tall. The cabinet has 2 compartments underneath, which can't be joined and originally I was thinking of building 2 sumps. I'm now thinking that it's a better idea to have the sump next to the cabinet, which means I'm not restricted space wise and I can make the sump as big as I want. My idea was to then build a cabinet to hide the sump. on top of which will eventually sit my frag tank. This means I'll probably have a sump as large as the tank, just maybe not as high to bring down the costs. I'm also hoping that by having a big sump I can get by without a chiller as I'd like to have quite powerful lighting. The sump is going to feed back into a surge tank and I'll hopefully have some natural wave momements in the tank.
I'd like some advice on lighting. I'd like to go with MH only as I love the rippled effect it gives. I was thinking of going with one of those single ended 400w units 14k.
I'm not sure if that's going to spread the light evenly enough or if I'd be better off getting 2 250w units. I've seen those Octopus units in 250w which look quite nice but I don't know if they're any good. If anyone can recommend some units that would be good for this size tank it would help. I'm looking at getting a T3 skimmer. I want something big enough so that I can connect a frag tank to the system in future.
I'll want to get a calcium reactor and possibly a phosphate reactor as well so if anyone can recommend some good makes that would help.
That's about all I can tell you for now. Sorry it's not all that interesting, what with not even having the tank yet and all but I'm hoping to make use of the experience on this site so I can make the best choices getting this thing started.
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 4:21pm CDT by viper357
Please welcome our newest sponsor - Elite Aquatics
Based in Cape Town, they have 2 branches:
47 Main Rd, Fish Hoek
and
Shop 1, Manhattan Plaza, Durban Road, Tygervalley
More info can be found on their facebook page here -
Elite Aquatics - Facebook
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 3:12pm CDT by Oceanson
Hi ALL CAPE TOWN GUY
WE ARE OPEN 2MOR SUNDAY 9 TO 2...THANKS YOU FOR ALL SUPPORT
OCEANSON
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Probably too late to ask now but can you keep a frogspawn and torch together?
They seem so similar that I thought maybe they will do nasty things to each other (or the water). They are far apart (on opposite sides of my 25l :lol:)
Anyone?
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Posted: July 2nd, 2011, 11:47am CDT by Len
I heave read a lot of literature that recommends first passing water through your skimmer before it goes through filter floss. As the skimmer remove the stuff out of the water while the floss let it remain in the water for a period, it is a better way of getting the "big" stuff out quickly.
How many of you is doing it this way, and is it important? Complicates my filter.
PS, yes, I know I should clean the floss once a day, no, i don't always.
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Hi guys need some help...
I took this photo this morning about 2min after I switched the lights on as I wanted them closed so that I could take a better picture of the problem I might have...I noticed these "ear-bud" bubbles on my Polyps and they seem to have gotten "tails" on them too....I also noticed these white "sand-grain" spots on them...any idea's on how to stop this...? I haven't done a Phos and/or Nit Test yet as I'm getting the Kits this weekend, but I have done 2 water changes to be on the safe side...
This is how they look during the day...
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 1:27am CDT by moaaz
hi,i jus started a new marine tank,its a 4foot tank,its been running for 10weeks weeks now with bout 37kilos of live rock.The salt level has been consistently been at 1.023 for 6weeks thus far,i want too add a protein skimmer nw,but dont knw wat size to get,or wat brand,there are so many on the market,wat wud be ryt for a tank runnin +/- 250 -280 litres of water,and wat brands of protein skimmers are recommended that are good and silent,and where cud i get them,all advice would be much appreciated.:)
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 12:54am CDT by moaaz
hi every1,i am new here and jus started a marine tanks,i am fascinated with it and would like to learn as much as i can and more bout it,and lotsa advice to,thanks
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 11:08pm CDT by dan2381
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 10:30pm CDT by Mc
Hi All
I finally got my 30L pico tank up and running. :biggrin:
I've been planning this tank for a few months now,driving my wife crazy with all the research. So here it is any advice is welcome.
THE SETUP
30L bow front tank.
HOB Aquaclear sump modified too fuge/surface skimmer.
Seio 320 powerhead.
DIY led 54w 18 leds, 7 blue 20000k / 11 white 10000k.
DIY led sump light 6w 2 leds, 1white 10000k / 1 red.
40cm substrate (real sand brought back from the sea a while ago).
3 kg live rock.
Red sea coral pro salt SG 1.023 with ro water.
The tank has been running for 16 days with live rock.
Just finished up with the lighting the other day, but still leaving that off till im finished with the cycling. I'm finally seeing some signs of life with what seems to be a few tiny feather dusters, brown polyps and, hydroids too small to Photograph.
Here are some pics. :)
LEDS
FUGE
THE TANK
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 10:25pm CDT by Adee
The Dispar Anthias is commonly known as the Madder Seaperch.
Anyone kept these, in terms of level of care are they the same for the common goldies which I currently already have a small shoal.
I want to get me a small shoal of these.
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 9:25pm CDT by rugs
To all our loyal customers as well as new customers pleas be advised that we haved moved location from marina da gamma and we are now located at shop no 7 Gabriel hous, Plumstead @ the Checkers center in the same row as Cash Crusaders. The shop ph no is now 021 762 3099. Kindly be advised that we have landed a nice fish shipment and will be open tommorow from 9am - 2pm with some great in store specials.;)
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 7:35pm CDT by maj
Hardware for saleThread title: Seachem bucket of salt
Location: CPT
Shipping or Collection only: collect
Photo's and description/list of items for sale: Sealed bucket of seachem salt,20.2kg
R500
pm if interested
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:thumbup:Hı folks, whats up??? Cool sıte... Just started marıne for about a year now... Awesome!!!!!
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 5:41pm CDT by akhannay
hello sorry what anenome is this? and what flow/light does it like? :) i wanna buy it
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 3:40pm CDT by Annoying
Hey everyone
Well finally convince dad and the rest of the fam to take a trip up to Mozambique, now here is the catch I have to work out everything, costs,route, accommodation etc. I'm sure there are a lot of you guys and gals that frequently visit the Mozambique waters. Please can any of you pm or just reply on the thread any hints on how to drive where to stay and anything we might need etc. Neither me or any of my family have ever went to Moz and we really would like to change that.
Thanks :thumbup:
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 2:11pm CDT by Zara
Been browsing the forum for a while, interested in marines, don't have a tank at the moment but definately looking at getting one in the near future.
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 1:19pm CDT by George
Carrying on from the TUNZE information, just thought I tell you a little about the 6055 Nanostream, this is an electrical speed controlled pump operating on safety extra-low voltage. It is ideal for every aquarium from 40-500 litres, enabling wave or low tide simulation, operating on a new micro-processor controlled motor, it can thus be referred to as an "intelligent pump". Flow rate 1 000 to 5 500 l/hr.
The electrical motor adapts its speed automatically to the pump load and always seeks the best efficiency at the lowest possible consumption of energy. This energy consumption is about 50% lower than in conventional pump motors. The pump will be stopped immediately in case of blockage. After the blockage has been removed, the pump will start up automatically after a delay of 20 seconds.
The pump driver has been provided with a fish care function, which causes a revolution of the propeller every 20 seconds when the pump is at standstill. These pumps can be controlled with Multicontroller 7092 (2 pumps) 7096 (8 pumps) or the 7095 (8 pumps), it comes complete with power supply unit and magnet holder.
The price R2206.70 incl. (Remember less 10% for MSA members):thumbup:
7092 R 718.17 incl.
7095 R 2548.44 incl.
7096 R 1572.23 incl.
Cheers Anita
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Here are some great specials on corals for the week saterday.
Add to this that everyone will have a chance to draw a card and one card will give someone one of their corals for free.
I am looking to empty the coral bath to make some changes to it.
Trev
Carpet brains various R 260
Green Star polyps R230
Favia lumo green nice:) R299
Nice large True Brain again lumo green centre very very nice:) R 299
Candy Cane R210
Red/blue lobbed branching brain huge coral R 370
Golden Zoa colony R 220 much better in real life than the pic
Pink or orange lumo zoas R240 some say they are lumo pink some say orange
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 10:53am CDT by Trident
Hi,
I have Acropora Flatworms on my Flowerpot coral and they are spreading onto other corals now. I have read that i can use a drug called "levamisol" as a dip or even an iodine solution dip. I'm hoping to get another animal into the tank to eet them but so far i've been told that a 6 line wrasse can do the trick but i already got one in and it's not helping.
Anyone got idea's?
Kobus
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Posted: July 1st, 2011, 10:37am CDT by McClaw
Hi Guys.
My house has finally sold and now the time is coming close for the BEEG move the Port Edward.:thumbup:
I do not know the area there that well yet, so I am unsure of where to find the best pet shops on the hibuscus coast.
Can any of you guys offer some advice / guidance?
