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00W's AIO Smorgasbord

Aquarium Profile and Equipment

What type of saltwater aquarium is this?
Mixed Reef
Total Water Volume
115
When did you start this tank?
Jun 16, 2015
What is your aquarium made of?
Glass
Aquarium Length (inches)
48
Aquarium Width (inches)
18
Aquarium Height (inches)
24
Aquarium Overflow/Drain
Drain Style (durso, herbie, etc)
Aquarium Sump
YES
Sump Water Volume
20
Aquarium Stand
Wood
Aquarium Controller
NO
Protein Skimmer
NO
Protein Skimmer Make and Model
Lifereef vs3-24
Aquarium Reactors
  1. None
Return Pump
Eheim compaction 3000
What types of equipment are you using for water flow and circulation?
  1. Powerhead
  2. Wavemaker
Water Flow and Circulation Equipment List
Jebao OW 20 x2, OW10, Jebao 1300, 2 sicce small WaveMaker.
Aquarium Lighting
  1. T5 Fluorescent
  2. Natural Sunlight
Lighting Equipment List
Odyssea T5 HO fixture
Lighting PAR and Goals
Low
Dosing Equipment Detail
None
Auto Top Off or ATO
NO
Aquarium Heating and Cooling
  1. I am using a heater or heaters
Water Temperature
77
Heating and Cooling Equipment Detail
Eheim 300w with ink bird controller

Aquarium Water Chemistry and Parameters

pH Level
8.3
Specific Gravity
1.027
Nitrate or NO3
19
Phosphate or PO4
1.12
Calcium
440
Alkalinity
7
Magnesium
1300
Salt Brand
Red sea blue bucket
Trace Element Dosing
Kent essential elements

Aquarium Natural and Mechanical Filtration

Substrate
Bare Bottom (BB)
Substrate Level
No Substrate
Live Rock
75
Live Rock Type
Unknown
Nutrient Export
  1. Protein Skimmer
  2. Filter Sock
Water Changes
YES
Water Change Details
10% every Monday

Aquarium Tank Inhabitants (fish, coral, invert etc.)

Fish List
  1. Angelfish
  2. Clownfish
  3. Surgeonfish Tang
  4. Other Predatory
Total Fish
4
Coral List
  1. Zoanthids
  2. Soft Coral
  3. Mushroom Coral
  4. Other
Total Corals
6
Invert List
  1. Anemone
  2. Snails
  3. None
Total Inverts
0
Livestock Detail
Have a trigger which is not listed.
Livestock Quarantine
  1. No Quarantine

Aquarium Nutrition (fish, coral, invert etc. feeding)

Fish Feeding Frequency
Multiple Daily Feedings
Coral Feeding Frequency
Do Not Feed Coral Directly
Fish and Coral Feeding
  1. Flake
  2. Pellet
  3. Frozen
  4. Algae Strips
  5. Other
Auto Feeder
NO

Additional Aquarium Information

What do you think are the keys to your success in reefing?
Patience
Thank goodness! Between the algea and the coral issues I have had enough troubles...
Do you guys think the salinity fluctuating could be causing the coral issues? It would go from 1.25 to sometimes 1.30 before I would realize I needed to top off the sump.
It can. Rapid drop in salinity due to o top offs can be hard on corals.
 
Kev, did you see this? It was just passed today!

Official Memorandum

United States Department of Culinary Affairs
Office of Cultural Culinary Practices

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**Date:** August 7, 2024
**To:** All Citizens
**From:** Office of Cultural Culinary Practices
**Subject:** Enforcement of Taco Tuesday Participation

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Memorandum

In an effort to preserve and promote cultural culinary traditions within the United States, the Department of Culinary Affairs (DCA) has enacted new guidelines under the Cultural Culinary Practices Act. These guidelines specifically address the observance of Taco Tuesday, a longstanding tradition recognized for its significance in fostering community and cultural appreciation.

**Effective immediately**, the following stipulations are to be adhered to by all citizens:

1. **Mandatory Participation in Taco Tuesday:**
- All individuals are required to consume tacos every Tuesday.
- Failure to participate in Taco Tuesday will be considered a breach of cultural practice and is hereby classified as a misdemeanor offense under Section 12.3 of the Cultural Culinary Practices Act.

2. **Legal Repercussions for Non-Compliance:**
- Any individual found in violation of the Taco Tuesday mandate will face legal action.
- First-time offenders will receive a warning and be mandated to attend a Cultural Culinary Reeducation Seminar.
- Repeat offenders will be subject to fines up to $500 and mandatory community service involving participation in cultural food festivals.

3. **Exceptions and Exemptions:**
- Exemptions will be considered for individuals with medical conditions that prevent the consumption of tacos. Proper documentation from a licensed medical professional must be submitted to the Office of Cultural Culinary Practices for review.
- Religious exemptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

4. **Community Enforcement:**
- Local culinary committees will be established to monitor and encourage compliance within communities.
- These committees are authorized to report non-compliance to the DCA for appropriate action.

### Purpose and Importance

The enactment of these guidelines aims to:

- **Preserve Culinary Heritage:** Ensure that the rich tradition of Taco Tuesday is upheld and celebrated across the nation.
- **Foster Community Spirit:** Promote unity and camaraderie through shared cultural practices.
- **Encourage Culinary Exploration:** Introduce individuals to diverse culinary experiences and traditions.

Conclusion

The Department of Culinary Affairs emphasizes the importance of cultural traditions in shaping our national identity. Taco Tuesday is more than a meal; it is a celebration of our diverse culinary heritage. Your compliance and enthusiastic participation are crucial in maintaining the vibrancy of this beloved tradition.

For further information or to apply for exemptions, please contact the Office of Cultural Culinary Practices.

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**Office of Cultural Culinary Practices**
United States Department of Culinary
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This is the most awesome thing I've ever read!! :star-struck: :star-struck::star-struck::rolling-on-the-floor-laughing::rolling-on-the-floor-laughing::rolling-on-the-floor-laughing:
 
It can. Rapid drop in salinity due to o top offs can be hard on corals.
Totally agree.
Salinity, temperature in my opinion should always remain the same.
Small changes ok but not big swings.
 
Watched a video on resealing an aquarium. It doesn't look bad at all. We'll see how it goes if I decided I am keeping the tank.
 
Watched a video on resealing an aquarium. It doesn't look bad at all. We'll see how it goes if I decided I am keeping the tank.
Of course you will keep the tank... lol
 
What thread?
Agreed cause I was looking at the comline for my 35 and now I’m scared lol. I need a skimmer but need one that’s going to not suck
 

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