Hello from Long Island

[emozoo]

Howdy Ya'll


My father in law is giving me his fluval sea flex this Sunday.

I am extremely excited to start my journey......I want to stock the tank with two clown fish, some coral and an anemone. I'm not sure which mutation yet but I really do love the snowflakes.

I have been reading up on reef tanks for a few months, but with anything you have to get your feet wet (no pun intended!)

New to the reef world, but I certainly understand how demanding animals are- I have a parrot, and he's like a little flying three year old who gets into everything! While the clowns aren't going to be getting intro trouble like Bean does, the water levels and parameters are going to be challenging but I know I can do it. Add in my two pit bulls who think they're lap dogs, and we have a full house

Looking forward to start a build thread soon!

 

[FrugalReefer]

 

[SaltyCabbage]

Welcome! Make sure you give the tank a few months to settle before you consider a nem, I killed a few and could have easily avoided that.
Ask questions and take your time, best of luck!!

 

[shrimpnreefdude]

Welcome! I just joined yesterday. There is a lot of information here...like a lot! Lots of wisdom from these folks and very welcoming.

My wife wants a bird. We have a house full of animals...too many dogs to remember their names and a few cats. Add on the insane number of aquariums...there's a reason we don't venture outside to interact with humans!

I started with a Fluval Evo 13.5 myself. Wonderful little tank. I would highly recommend already thinking about upgrades. It's an excellent entry system but it's lacking some key components. None of these HAVE to be done, but keep them in mind. I'll mention just the 3 key upgrades. From cheapest to $$$

1. The return pump needs to be upgraded. I didn't go out and get an expensive name brand. I just couldn't afford it. So I went with someone's recommendation of a Vivosun 210gph, and it's working great. Very quiet and nearly doubled my rate of flow by double. All for under $20!
2. Chamber 1 filter basket - I personally went with 3d Ocean (Etsy) and it's an amazing upgrade. Well worth the $40
3. Light! $$$ These are pricey. Maybe find a used one? That's what I'm currently trying to do. I've also been eyeing some cheaper versions, but I'd rather just get a tested light that's trusted by the reefing community and be done with it. You can go in many directions with your lighting choice. I'm still using my stock light, but it is underpowered for the most part.

Bonus tip...if you do decide to order a filter basket, get yourself two of the 1/4" RFG nozzles (random flow generator). What a terrific upgrade that was! Your future coral will love you for it.

 

[emozoo]

Welcome! Make sure you give the tank a few months to settle before you consider a nem, I killed a few and could have easily avoided that.
Ask questions and take your time, best of luck!!

thanks! Will do, and noted

 

[TX_REEF]

Welcome! +1 on waiting to add an anemone until your tank is not just stable but also matured; I am also guilty of inadvertent anemone murder via impatience

 

[emozoo]

Welcome! I just joined yesterday. There is a lot of information here...like a lot! Lots of wisdom from these folks and very welcoming.

My wife wants a bird. We have a house full of animals...too many dogs to remember their names and a few cats. Add on the insane number of aquariums...there's a reason we don't venture outside to interact with humans!

I started with a Fluval Evo 13.5 myself. Wonderful little tank. I would highly recommend already thinking about upgrades. It's an excellent entry system but it's lacking some key components. None of these HAVE to be done, but keep them in mind. I'll mention just the 3 key upgrades. From cheapest to $$$

1. The return pump needs to be upgraded. I didn't go out and get an expensive name brand. I just couldn't afford it. So I went with someone's recommendation of a Vivosun 210gph, and it's working great. Very quiet and nearly doubled my rate of flow by double. All for under $20!
2. Chamber 1 filter basket - I personally went with 3d Ocean (Etsy) and it's an amazing upgrade. Well worth the $40
3. Light! $$$ These are pricey. Maybe find a used one? That's what I'm currently trying to do. I've also been eyeing some cheaper versions, but I'd rather just get a tested light that's trusted by the reefing community and be done with it. You can go in many directions with your lighting choice. I'm still using my stock light, but it is underpowered for the most part.

Bonus tip...if you do decide to order a filter basket, get yourself two of the 1/4" RFG nozzles (random flow generator). What a terrific upgrade that was! Your future coral will love you for it.

great to know- thank you.

As far as the bird its a HUGE lifestyle change, no candles, no non stick pans, no chemicals basically anything that gives off a scent you cannot have.

 

[Reefer Matt]

 

[JZ199]

Welcome!! We have conures at our house also!

 

[Waters]

Welcome !!

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

 

[Reefkeepers Archive]

Welcome to R2R!

 

[emozoo]

Welcome!! We have conures at our house also!

theyre a crazy bunch!

 

[Paul B]

Welcome. I am also on Long Island on the east end near Riverhead.

 

[emozoo]

Welcome. I am also on Long Island on the east end near Riverhead.

I am from Center/East Moriches-howdy neighbor

 

[Fish Styx]

Greetings and welcome to the reef!

 

[kevgib67]

Welcome, glad you are here!

 

[Snoopy 67]

Long Island Reef Association
Just Sayin.

 

[707Nick]

Howdy Ya'll


My father in law is giving me his fluval sea flex this Sunday.

I am extremely excited to start my journey......I want to stock the tank with two clown fish, some coral and an anemone. I'm not sure which mutation yet but I really do love the snowflakes.

I have been reading up on reef tanks for a few months, but with anything you have to get your feet wet (no pun intended!)

New to the reef world, but I certainly understand how demanding animals are- I have a parrot, and he's like a little flying three year old who gets into everything! While the clowns aren't going to be getting intro trouble like Bean does, the water levels and parameters are going to be challenging but I know I can do it. Add in my two pit bulls who think they're lap dogs, and we have a full house

Looking forward to start a build thread soon!

Welcome to the club. My Reefing philosophy is all good things take time.

 

[CoralB]

Welcome !!