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CoralReeferDude · Jul 21, 2025

Hey everybody!

I recently became fascinated with coral and have officially caught the bug. I have dedicated almost all my free-time, these last few weeks, to researching as much as I can about everything reef keeping. I ordered a Waterbox 35.2 Plus AIO and Osmolator 3 ATO during their July 4th sale, which is now backordered until Aug 15. I am a professional hydroponics and integrated pest management specialist with almost 20 years of experience. I'm hoping my skills translate to this hobby.

My local fish store here in Phoenix, AZ (Ocean Floor Store) has cultured live rock for sale and I can't wait to set up my tank and get the water cycle going. Gardening has taught me patience and I'm excited to take everything one step at a time. I look forward to talking with fellow reefers!

revhtree · Jul 21, 2025

Welcome to your new home for saltwater reef aquarium resources and fun! Welcome to the family! :D

Crabs McJones · Jul 21, 2025

Welcome to R2R!

Utubereefer · Jul 21, 2025

Welcome to the club

Fish Fan · Jul 21, 2025

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

fishface NJ · Jul 21, 2025

Welcome to R2R!

KrisReef · Jul 21, 2025

CoralReeferDude!

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

Can't wait to see images of your new reef!

THE REEF WHISPER · Jul 21, 2025

Welcome if you have any questions please ask I'm here to help the hobby is amazing and the people in this hobby are so helpful I love it so much good luck

vetteguy53081 · Jul 21, 2025

CoralReeferDude · Jul 22, 2025

THE REEF WHISPER said:
Welcome if you have any questions please ask I'm here to help the hobby is amazing and the people in this hobby are so helpful I love it so much good luck

My main draw to this hobby is coral gardening. The only fish that would work in my nano tank that interest me are clownfish. However, my main concern is optimal growth for my corals. If I end up spending too much money on torch frags (one of my favorites) and the clowns decide to host it (Or is it the other way around grammatically?) it could be bad news for my coral. This has me thinking about going fishless and calculating how much I need to dose, instead of having fish I don't particularly care for. Am I overthinking this? Should I just get the clowns? What do you think?

Thanks.