Beginner with a 5 gallon salt tank

[IKD]

I have been given a 5 gallon tank with 3 corals and one fish. The old owner said he used to have a bunch more in there but messed up and lost a lot. Where do I start. I would like to not kill my one fish and corals. How many corals can I have? My light is a kessel A80. Good how to guide?

Welcome!! 5gal is pretty tight but you can do smaller corals like zoanthids. I would recommend regular (weekly) small water changes (1gal) to maintain elements and salinity. Keep Andy’s on water evaporation and replenish with ro/di water as needed.

as always, ask as many questions as you need. This is a great forum of hobbyists.

 

[KWT]

Welcome to R2R, sit down relax and have a great time

 

[SPR1968]

Welcome to R2R!!!

 

[BaysEndReef]

Welcome to R2R!!

 

[Weasel1960]

Welcome to R2R. This is a great place to learn, tons of info and helpful folks here.

 

[Jimbhoy13]

Welcome to R2R and the salty world Mike. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.

 

[Funston07]

Welcome to R2R!!!

 

[KingTideCorals]

Welcome to Reef2Reef! Nanos are fun! Here is a little tour of mine! May be some helpful tips for some equipment you could grab to help ya out with your tank!

 

[PTXReef]

Cool little system!

Welcome to R2R and happy reefing!