Pedro’s reef tank was nominated Ultimate Reef’s September 2012 Tank of the Month, a distinction most deserved; Advanced Aquarist only wishes we had discovered Pedro’s tank first to feature in our magazine.   We strongly encourage you to read Ultimate Reef’s TOTM article to appreciate Pedro’s aquarium in all its grandeur.

Here’s a quick rundown of key system components:

• Tank Dimensions: 40 x 23 x 18 inches (100cm x 58cm x 45cm)
• 50 gallons (192 liters)
• ATI 8x 39w dimmable T5 fixture
• Bubble King Double Cone 200
• 2 x Ecotech Marine vortech MP10w ES
• Balling Light method
• Korallen-Zucht ULNS (Ultra Low Nutrient System) regiment

And obligatory full tank shot: