rayfabris
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- Joined
- Oct 25, 2026
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- What state or country do you live in
- Florida
Hey everyone! I’m Ray from the Orlando, Florida, area.
I’ve been in the aquarium hobby for more than 30 years, keeping both freshwater and saltwater systems. Back in the ’90s, I owned a tropical fish store in Winter Springs, FL, with around 110 tanks featuring saltwater and freshwater fish, corals, aquariums, and dry goods. I bred African cichlids, especially fish from the Rift Lakes of Malawi and Tanganyika, as well as discus. I also built my own filtration systems over the years.
After taking a break from the hobby, I jumped back in with both feet! I currently have a 60-gallon cube, a 15-gallon Innovative Marine AIO, and a 75-gallon FOWLR system that I’m getting up and running.
I’ve always been more of a fish guy, especially when it comes to lionfish, triggers, tangs, and other fish with plenty of personality. That said, I’m starting to get interested in corals, too.
A lot has changed over the years, especially with the technology, so I’m still learning. I figured I’d join Reef2Reef to share experiences, pick up some new ideas, and maybe help a few people along the way.
Looking forward to getting to know everyone!
Ray
I’ve been in the aquarium hobby for more than 30 years, keeping both freshwater and saltwater systems. Back in the ’90s, I owned a tropical fish store in Winter Springs, FL, with around 110 tanks featuring saltwater and freshwater fish, corals, aquariums, and dry goods. I bred African cichlids, especially fish from the Rift Lakes of Malawi and Tanganyika, as well as discus. I also built my own filtration systems over the years.
After taking a break from the hobby, I jumped back in with both feet! I currently have a 60-gallon cube, a 15-gallon Innovative Marine AIO, and a 75-gallon FOWLR system that I’m getting up and running.
I’ve always been more of a fish guy, especially when it comes to lionfish, triggers, tangs, and other fish with plenty of personality. That said, I’m starting to get interested in corals, too.
A lot has changed over the years, especially with the technology, so I’m still learning. I figured I’d join Reef2Reef to share experiences, pick up some new ideas, and maybe help a few people along the way.
Looking forward to getting to know everyone!
Ray
