Hello, I am a newbie to the hobby and I purchased a 30 gallon AOI tank that I will setup this weekend. I have been listening to the BRS 5 minute guides on YouTube and heard something I found interesting and would like to hear other thoughts. In one of the cycling videos, it mentioned after 2-4 weeks, certain fish should be added before the lights are turned on. The fish were tangs and a lawnmower blenny. The purpose of adding these fish are to fight the algae growth that will start before and after the lights are turned on. My first issue is 2-4 weeks seems pretty quick for adding fish, and tangs can get pretty large. Not sure I would want to use one for a 30 gallon, but I could start with a small one and sell it when it's larger.
For reference, I plan on using Reel Reef Rock that is treated by not true live rock. I will also use live sand and MicorBacter7 to start help the cycle go quicker.
For reference, I plan on using Reel Reef Rock that is treated by not true live rock. I will also use live sand and MicorBacter7 to start help the cycle go quicker.