30 Gallon "Tidepool"

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This is my 30g "tidepool theme" tank. I call it a tidepool because of the macroalgae as a major contributing factor. I came over to saltwater from planted freshwater, so I couldn't do a tank without some "plants." (I know algae isn't strictly a plant, but you get the idea 😉)

I currently am running an Oase Thermo 200 canister filter, hygger wavemaker, and a fluval wave maker. My light isn't the greatest atm (amazon knock off brand 😬) but I am buying a Popbloom tomorrow to replace it.

I have Peppermint Shrimp x2, Cerith Snails x4, Nerite Snails x2, Blue Legged Hermit Crabs x2, and a Nassarius.

Duncan corals x2, and a Ricordea Florida mushroom.

I am planning to stock it with a Midas Blenny, Wheeler's Shrimp Goby & Candy Cane Pistol Shrimp, and a Purple Firefish. I am wanting to also add more mushroom corals, various kinds (they're my favorite so far), and some Rock Flower Anemones. I may add some other LPS for the flow, but can't decide which ones yet as I am still pretty new to this. And of course, MORE MACROALGAE! 🌱

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