a lot to know

[Unarce]

You will want to get metal halides then. 250W double-ends, which have the same output as 400W moguls, but aren't as hot and use less electricity. If you wanted more, than 1000W moguls are you next option. Depends on the size and depth of your tank. You can pretty much keep anything under these.

 

[Anonymous]

moorish idols

Dont do it

 

[reefNewbie]

250w double ends have the same output of 400w bulbs? then why does anyone use 400w bulbs if they can get the same thing for cheaper?

Also you need to have a UV shield when using these HQI lamps, correct?

 

[Unarce]

250w double ends have the same output of 400w bulbs? then why does anyone use 400w bulbs if they can get the same thing for cheaper?

Also you need to have a UV shield when using these HQI lamps, correct?

Double-end fixtures, bulbs, and ballasts are more expensive than moguls. Also, it's a bit more complicated to DIY compared to single-ends.

It's imperative to have the UV shield. :wink:

 

[JustReefIt14]

why not the moorish idols, not even two years later? just an estimate

 

[Anonymous]

If you are asking questions like this and asking if they are good beginner fish dont get them. They are super hard to keep alive and they eat corals. So if you wanna save money on expensive hard to keep alive fish I would suggests not getting this fish

 

[JustReefIt14]

i love the pic on the reefs.org homepage. when you first sign on. r those mushrooms and if so how can i get some?

 

[JustReefIt14]

has anyone ever kept moorish idols? they seem like a really cool fish. but i really like those mushrooms in the new advanced aquarist issue. if those r mushrooms again what kind and where can i get some?

 

[Unarce]

When I had a FO tank, I inherited a Moorish Idol from a friend that had to move. He was a strong specimen and already accustomed to tank-life, so he lasted another 4 years. Until, my Purple Tang decided he didn't like him anymore. He never recoverd from the 2" gash on his side. It was a sad day.

 

[JustReefIt14]

so ur saying no purple tangs with moorish idols? how far along were u in ur reefing experince when u got him? what were tank specs, and other stuff like that, if u can remember.

 

[Anonymous]

has anyone ever kept moorish idols? they seem like a really cool fish. but i really like those mushrooms in the new advanced aquarist issue. if those r mushrooms again what kind and where can i get some?

They are a very delicate species. Reefnutz was lucky he got a idol that had all the hard work already done. They eat coral too so make up your mind if you want a FO or a reef you cant really have one or the other. However there are some exceptions to that rule too

 

[JustReefIt14]

so i guess thats wht the one in finding nemo was in a fo tank(lol). what kind of species? i thought all mushrooms were hardy.

 

[Unarce]

so ur saying no purple tangs with moorish idols? how far along were u in ur reefing experince when u got him? what were tank specs, and other stuff like that, if u can remember.

I was already into reefkeeping for about 3 years, but in FO for a bit longer. Like supaboy mentioned, I was lucky to get 'Mel' when he was already well acclimated. He was also imported by special order from the Red Sea. Don't ask me why, but I was instructed to feed him Hikari cichlid pellets. I also kept orange tree sponges for him to nip at.

The odds are totally against you in obtaining one like 'Mel'. You really should think of getting a different fish.

 

[JustReefIt14]

well i guess so

 

[insearch]

Hey justreefinit
Try this website it is basic and in plain english and gives you the basics. It was where I started. And to be honest I return there quite often for things I want to look up. http://saltaquarium.about.com/

 

[reefNewbie]

You could always just settle for the poormans morish idol. A Heniochus acuminatus is a butterfly fish that resembles a morish idol and your chances of keeping of these is much better. http://liveaquaria.com/product/prod_Dis ... pCatId=242

 

[Anonymous]

I had a heniochus once and it got the bubbly fin diseasee and died

 

[JustReefIt14]

went to barnes and noble, i read half of the new marine aquarium by paleltta. it was really good, well so far and i didnt get a chance to look at the complete aquaruim by peter w. scott. if any has these books and r willing to give away or sell for bargin prices please let me know. ps 14yr old without a job :lol:

 

[Anonymous]

14yr old without a job

Find a job at your local mom and pop petstore. I am sure there are some around you. I had a job at a pet store when I was your age.

 

[JustReefIt14]

my lfs is great but thery arent hiring. ill check again. does anyone know of a site where i can get some info on different kinds of live rock?