Recent content by seansdad

I'll look at Walt Smith's website, but what is the difference between cultured and uncultured rock? aren't they both from a reef and hence the collection of which will negatively impact the natural reef? What do you think of using made made rock and adding just a few pounds of "real" like rook...

Hi All, I know what most people think of GARF, but their idea of using man-made live rock appeals to me given that it does not impact reefs. Has anyone ever used man-made rock in the reef tank? If so, what do you see as the pros/cons and would you do it again? I'm working on a 125gal SPS...

Thanks to all for your responses!

has anyone had luck breeding cleaner shrimp?

Hi all, doing the research on a new 125 gal (20in high) in which i want to place SPS & clams. at 72in long i figure i need three MH plus some number of VHO, but i'm not sure if i should go with 400w or 250w? should i go with HQI? if so, what wattage. I've heard all the talk about X # of...

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Hi all, getting back into the hobby (have been out of touch for a few years) in a big way. i'm looking to do a 125gal SPS tank but I want to do my homework first so i'm looking for the definative SPS reference. I looking for a reference that includes common names, scientific names, habitat...

I've been out of the hobby for a while but want to get back in. However, I now live in a house that is on a septic system and I'm wondering if i can even have a salt water tank on septic system? Will the salt water (water changes, etc) screw up the septic system? Thanks for your help!!