I'm so excited. I ordered my first marine aquarium and bit the bullet on a Red Sea C250. Next weekend i'll be setting it up and starting to layout my live rock. The gentleman at the store recommended I set up the tank and get a hardy fish to put in the tank to help it cycle. Everything I've read says to wait. Does anyone have words of wisdom?
Also I want to put substrate on the bottom but am hearing mixed reviews. It's my understanding that the trend is no substrate on the bottom. What are everyone's thoughts on this?
Any input and words of wisdom are appreciated. I plan on taking my time and not rushing this process.
I'll also need to get test kits, aquarium salt and all other ephemera. Any recommendations on what's the best?
Thank you all in advance
Also I want to put substrate on the bottom but am hearing mixed reviews. It's my understanding that the trend is no substrate on the bottom. What are everyone's thoughts on this?
Any input and words of wisdom are appreciated. I plan on taking my time and not rushing this process.
I'll also need to get test kits, aquarium salt and all other ephemera. Any recommendations on what's the best?
Thank you all in advance