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New to the hobby never been more excited to learn I’ve had fish only tanks for yrs but was always nervous to start reefing now I’m jumping in

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

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Hello Jimmy . Welcome to Reef 2 Reef

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