How did you first hear about reef keeping.

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Hello,
This is a short history lesson on how I heard about the amazing hobby called reef keeping.
I know I am dating myself but it was either the late seventies or very early eighties.
A article from FAMA magazine by a James DeBernardo titled "Is it time for a change" was the first time I ever heard terms such as live rock, protein skimmers, separate containers for spray bars, biological filtration with marine plants, etc. I know that soon after that article was written he was banned from writing in FAMA magazine. There than came a 6-8 part article by a person,(I can't remember his name) who really explained in great detail how this new reef keeping was accomplished. So for any of you older reefers who can clarify the facts I sure would like to hear from you. I am really curious to discover what happened to J. DeBernardo or who was the author who wrote the many part article on reef keeping.
 

HOW MUCH DOES A FISH’S FEEDING REQUIREMENTS AFFECT YOUR STOCKING DECISIONS?

  • A lot! - I avoid fish that require frequent or specialized feeding

    Votes: 19 33.3%
  • Quite a bit, but an automatic feeder can change my answer

    Votes: 8 14.0%
  • It depends on whether my nutrient export can handle it

    Votes: 8 14.0%
  • It depends on how badly I want the fish

    Votes: 12 21.1%
  • Not much. I’m willing to adjust my routine

    Votes: 9 15.8%
  • Not at all. Feeding demands don’t limit my stocking choices

    Votes: 9 15.8%
  • I usually learn about the demanding feeding schedule after buying the fish!

    Votes: 2 3.5%
  • I haven’t really considered this before

    Votes: 4 7.0%
  • Something else (see my comments in the thread)

    Votes: 2 3.5%
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