I'm BRAND NEW!!!!!

[coastaladdict]

Hey folks. I'm brand new to saltwater tanks and aquariums. I'm wondering what basic stuff will I need for beginning my aquarium, and what are some good fish and invertebrates to start off with? Thanks!

 

[twilliard]

Welcome!
Here is a good link :)
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.138750/

 

[coastaladdict]

Thank you!

 

[Frop]

The first thing you will need is cash. The sky is the limit from there. Jk

Well, find a spot for your tank and what size you want. Just try to avoid a spot in the sunlight since that could increase your algae. After than plan around your tank size with filters and heaters and stuff.

What size tank were you thinking of btw? :)

 

[Mike_J]

Welcome to the hobby and to R2R! :) This site is a wealth of knowledge so utilize it to the max and do all your research beforehand and plan ahead. The link recommended above is a fantastic starting point. Best of luck in getting started. We're all here ready to help when you need it! ;)

 

[sneub]

Welcome aboard

 

[Salty1962]

Welcome to R2R! :)

 

[melypr1985]

Welcome to R2R! It's great to have you here. That link is the best place to start. It's gives you a great base knowledge to build on.

 

[coastaladdict]

Thank you for all your kind words! What tank size do you recommend for a beginner, and what are the easiest creatures to maintain?

 

[Reef man 89]

Welcome to r2r. I just set up my first s/w tank about 5 weeks ago I picked up the Nuvo 40 and I think that it's a perfect starter tank. Best advice I can give you is READ and RESEARCH as much as you can to plan out what you want to do in the hobby.

 

[Vincent100]

Welcome to R2R :)

 

[Leslie Tabor]

You need cash, credit, and Paypal (Paypal Credit is really nice too). If you are married you will need a good poker face and a place to hide shipping boxes...and a separate bank acct! Yeah, that will get you started! ;)Welcome to the addiction!

 

[gobeach]

Welcome! Go slow, nothing good happens quickly in reef tanks

 

[nervousmonkey]

Welcome to R2R! The best place to come for advice. Best advice is to read, then ask specific questions about species, equipment, etc. We are glad you are part of the reefing community!

 

[Sealife Aquariums Corp.]

Dr's foster and Smith aquatics is sales catalog and many many articles on reef keeping.