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Hello! I decided to create an account here to ask some questions after stalking for quite a few months. My nickname is Olive or Oli, and I am a high school student planning their first reef tank. I've always loved science, especially biology and chemistry. This led me to setting up a planted tank which I still have today. I have been quite successful with this, and am looking for more of a challenge. Originally reef tanks scared me, however they now seem like just the challenge that I need. Due to my budget and living with my parents, I've decided to go with a 20g long tank. The only other equipment I've decided on is a seachem tidal hang on back. All the equipment options out there have become overwhelming, so I decided to ask some people who have experience with this (I also have some non-equipment related questions)
- What lighting would be best for a 20g long (preferably under or around $200)? I want to mainly have softies and lps, with some easier sps at the top
- How much flow would I need for this footprint of a tank?
- What are some unique stocking ideas for a 20g long that won't break the bank? I'm not really interested in clowns, I quite like cryptic fish that have interesting personalities
Any other tips you have for a beginner would be great! Is there anything you regret not researching before you set up your tank? I won't be starting this tank till mid-march, so I have plenty more time to research and ask questions,
- What lighting would be best for a 20g long (preferably under or around $200)? I want to mainly have softies and lps, with some easier sps at the top
- How much flow would I need for this footprint of a tank?
- What are some unique stocking ideas for a 20g long that won't break the bank? I'm not really interested in clowns, I quite like cryptic fish that have interesting personalities
Any other tips you have for a beginner would be great! Is there anything you regret not researching before you set up your tank? I won't be starting this tank till mid-march, so I have plenty more time to research and ask questions,