29g tank very new to the hobby

[Katrina71]

If you have a lfs (local fish store) that sells coral, it would be cheaper than shipping.

 

[Kade76]

You mean to ship to you? And does your lid have a glass panel?

No there is not a glass panel and yes to ship I haven’t found any close enough

 

[Katrina71]

You can get a glass top for your tank at most pet stores that will prevent jumping and allow for light.

 

[Kade76]

You can get a glass top for your tank at most pet stores that will prevent jumping and allow for light.

oh ok thanks another question is what nitrate levels do you recommend and how do you keep them low other than water changes

 

[Katrina71]

H2Pro 30" Glass Canopy 20 Long/29 Gallon Aquarium Fish Tank (29.21 x 11.69 x 0.16in), Clear, 30GT https://a.co/d/204Oeg7

 

[Katrina71]

oh ok thanks another question is what nitrate levels do you recommend and how do you keep them low other than water changes

Coral actually help with that. Feeding frozen helps too. Water changes while using a hang on back filter are your friend. You can also use a bigger hob filter or even 2 if you wanted.

 

[Kade76]

Coral actually help with that. Feeding frozen helps too. Water changes while using a hang on back filter are your friend. You can also use a bigger hob filter or even 2 if you wanted.

Ok thanks I have a 60g filter for the 29g is that enough and what do you think would be good nitrates for my tank

 

[Katrina71]

If you don't have a fish store close, you can make your own frozen food. From things at the grocery store.

 

[Katrina71]

Ok thanks I have a 60g filter for the 29g is that enough and what do you think would be good nitrates for my tank

That differs for people, but I would say 10 ish is probably safe. What are yours running now?

 

[Kade76]

That differs for people, but I would say 10 ish is probably safe. What are yours running now?

30-40 I have been trying to feed less and do bigger and more water changes even bought plants and it still won’t work

 

[Katrina71]

30-40 I have been trying to feed less and do bigger and more water changes even bought plants and it still won’t work

How often are you changing water? And how much?

 

[Kade76]

How often are you changing water? And how much?

Once a week around 20% sometimes 10

 

[Kade76]

How often are you changing water? And how much?

I am also working with small 3 gal buckets I have a bigger one coming so I can do bigger more frequently

 

[Katrina71]

Once a week around 20% sometimes 10

I'd do 10 gallons 1x a week or 10 days

 

[Kade76]

I'd do 10 gallons 1x a week or 10 days

Ok I will try that thank you if you have any more tips I am completely open to criticism

 

[Katrina71]

AQUANEAT Aquarium Siphon, Fish Tank Siphon, Aquarium Vacuum, Aquarium Water Changer, Gravel Cleaner for Fish Tank (Large) https://a.co/d/gG0tS9J This will make water changes easier

 

[Kade76]

AQUANEAT Aquarium Siphon, Fish Tank Siphon, Aquarium Vacuum, Aquarium Water Changer, Gravel Cleaner for Fish Tank (Large) https://a.co/d/gG0tS9J This will make water changes easier

I already have one just like it but thank you I try to vacuum the sand but it is to light and the fish poop is literally heavier than the sand

 

[Katrina71]

I already have one just like it but thank you I try to vacuum the sand but it is to light and the fish poop is literally heavier than the sand

Stir up your sand a bit first, then just change the water out

 

[Katrina71]

What area do you live in? Maybe some reefers here have coral to share

 

[Kade76]

Stir up your sand a bit first, then just change the water out

Oh ok thanks I gotta head to bed but all this info has been amazing thank you