New to SPS, any tips?

[MichaelReefer]

So, I have always been a person who likes Torches, Hammerheads, etc. I am thinking about getting a birds nest but can't really find any good information online about them and I had a few questions that maybe someone on here can answer.

What is the growth rate like on them?
Placement? Where should I put it. I have two AI Prime HDs on my reefer 250.
I'm assuming it needs some space since it grows kinda out and up?
Any other helpful information is greatly appreciated.

 

[BiGGiePauls33]

How old is your tank/rock? What are your parameters? How high are the ai primes off the water surface?

 

[MichaelReefer]

How old is your tank/rock? What are your parameters? How high are the ai primes off the water surface?

1 year old tank. Will have to double check Parameters tonight. I run the AIs maybe 3-4 inches off top of water. (Was established before then but moved to bigger tank)

 

[SliceGolfer]

Not to be “that guy” but there are two sticky threads at the top of this forum on this topic. Some great info there and in the reef chemistry forum.

 

[CRookSkee]

Keep everything as stable as you can. Don't go changing lighting every couple months. Always have some nitrates and phosphates.