Manhattan Reefs - General Discussion http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/ All the reef talk you can handle. en Thu, 17 May 2012 12:23:26 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg Manhattan Reefs - General Discussion http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/ Wrasse caught in screening help http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125074-wrasse-caught-screening-help.html Thu, 17 May 2012 11:12:31 GMT I found my six line stuck on the window screening this morning. His tail to mid body was dry but the rest was in the water. I put him in my sump. Has anyone has this experience? And if so what's the chance he'll pull through? ]]> General Discussion Silkyslim http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125074-wrasse-caught-screening-help.html what vendor has RODI unit by friday/saturday http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125061-what-vendor-has-rodi-unit-friday-saturday.html Thu, 17 May 2012 01:24:13 GMT i want to get a 4 stage rodi unit by friday or saturday, please contact me. I really like the SpectraPure MaxCap RO/DI System 90gpd w/ Pressure Gauge Purity Monitor any spectrapure, brs, air water ice.. i want to get a 4 stage rodi unit by friday or saturday, please contact me. I really like the
SpectraPure MaxCap RO/DI System 90gpd w/ Pressure Gauge Purity Monitor
any spectrapure, brs, air water ice.. ]]> General Discussion doma25 http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125061-what-vendor-has-rodi-unit-friday-saturday.html New Member http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125047-new-member.html Wed, 16 May 2012 21:41:06 GMT Hello Everyone. I have been involved with Fresh water fish my entire life as we had so many tanks growing up. Then went to school for Oceanography, then Salt Water going back to my teens. Currently I have not had a salt water tank in about 15 years yet in the process of starting one now. We... Hello Everyone.

I have been involved with Fresh water fish my entire life as we had so many tanks growing up. Then went to school for Oceanography, then Salt Water going back to my teens. Currently I have not had a salt water tank in about 15 years yet in the process of starting one now. We currently have 3 brackish water tanks and one completely fresh water. Our Brackish water tanks are 75 gallon, 55 gallon and 20 gallon. Fresh water is 3 gallon which houses cherry shrimp and self cloning cray fish and if you want to include two beta fish bowls we have those too. I did manage some years ago to talk my older brother into Salt Water and he is a member of this fine forum, and so introduced me to you.

I am enclosing some pictures of some of my favorite brackish water fish we currently have.

The Salt Water tank will only be a 20 gallon for now and will house sea horses and 6-8 months later a mandarin.

I will work on another salt water tank next year when I have more time to devote to it.

My other side hobby is photography and when time allows enter photo contest.

Have a fantastic evening.
Veronica
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]]> General Discussion Veronica http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125047-new-member.html tips on enticing blonde naso to eat? http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125046-tips-enticing-blonde-naso-eat.html Wed, 16 May 2012 20:59:55 GMT I bought an 8-10" blonde naso yesterday afternoon. Very healthy looking fish. In the tank he gets along with the other fish fine and seems really happy swimming around the center based rock work I have and occasionally through the big caves in the rock work. I know he is probably still getting used to the new environment but what kind of things should I do to try to entice it to eat? I have never experienced a fish not eating on the first day, thats why I am asking.
So far I tried flakes, mysis, and nori. Should I try something else or wait it out another day or 2? Thanks in advance for the help. ]]> General Discussion 20gallonreefer http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125046-tips-enticing-blonde-naso-eat.html extremely violent pump/waves http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125039-extremely-violent-pump-waves.html Wed, 16 May 2012 18:22:30 GMT Hello,

I am currently working on a project where I am trying to create really violent water movement or even waves in a 55 gallon tank (don't worry, there are no animals in the tank, just water).

I currently have a 1500gph pump in the tank which i thought would create a lot of movement, and although it does a fine job circulating the water, however does not really break the surface.

Ideally I would like something that turns the water into raging rapids, or fills it with very violent waves that almost splash out of the tank.

Does anybody have any suggestions as to how to achieve this... preferably on the cheap... but am also open to more expensive solutions if necessary.

As far as waves are concerned, I was very impressed with this example, but am not really sure how these work exactly and they also seem extremely expensive.
youtu.be/Eehd863e5aU


I don't really care how the equipment/solution looks at all and am open to diy solutions, just trying to really make this water move on the cheap. Someone suggested I look into submersible motors but am not really sure where to start with that in nyc. I would also love to hear if there are any out-of-the-box solutions using motor boat parts or something that would allow me to achieve this.

Thanks! ]]> General Discussion blancolobster http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125039-extremely-violent-pump-waves.html New Member http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125038-new-member.html Wed, 16 May 2012 18:22:02 GMT Hello Everyone I just joined the group although I am not yet a reef or even saltwater fish keeper. I have been in the aquarium hobby for about 25 years keeping mostly African Cichlids. I currently have 3 fish tanks but I have had as many as 15 at a time from 10 gallons to 125 gallons. I also had... Hello Everyone
I just joined the group although I am not yet a reef or even saltwater fish keeper. I have been in the aquarium hobby for about 25 years keeping mostly African Cichlids. I currently have 3 fish tanks but I have had as many as 15 at a time from 10 gallons to 125 gallons. I also had at my last home a 3500 gallon pond that I dug and built myself and can't wait to have another (maybe bigger) when I am a homeowner again.
I'm not sure when or how big but I would like to get into reef keeping and my girlfriend will not rest until she has her Sea Horses and a Mandarin.
She has some experience with saltwater and her brother is one of you guys at Manhattan Reef. We might be coming to the 2012 frag swap to learn a few things and get to know other members.
Hope to see you there.

Jeff
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]]> General Discussion JeffB0501 http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125038-new-member.html Denitrification? http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125024-denitrification.html Wed, 16 May 2012 13:21:29 GMT I was looking at Bulk Reef Supply and noticed BRS Bio Pellets used for denitrification. I did a 10% water change last week (Friday) but noticed my Nitrates at 20 this morning I will perform a 30% water change this evening. I was wondering if BRS Bio Pellets will help. Do they need a reactor or will... I was looking at Bulk Reef Supply and noticed BRS Bio Pellets used for denitrification. I did a 10% water change last week (Friday) but noticed my Nitrates at 20 this morning I will perform a 30% water change this evening. I was wondering if BRS Bio Pellets will help. Do they need a reactor or will a media bag work the same way with water passing through it? Thanks ]]> General Discussion xxnonamexx http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/125024-denitrification.html Suggestions for new t5 bulbs http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124992-suggestions-new-t5-bulbs.html Wed, 16 May 2012 00:49:13 GMT Its time for new bulbs can anyone suggest where to buy for the best price and also a good combo for a 4' 8 bulb fixture ]]> General Discussion B.BASH http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124992-suggestions-new-t5-bulbs.html Need help have a zoo question http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124991-need-help-have-zoo-question.html Wed, 16 May 2012 00:38:29 GMT Okay guy I'm kinda concerned the other day all my zoas started to look like they are melting the only problem I'm having in my tank is phos its at .25ppm does anyone have any answers as to what might be causing this i have a bottle of rowaphos arriving friday and did a water change and about to do another one tomorrow but I've never seen this happen before all other corals are fine its just them please any help would be nice don't wanna loose they are nice tank stats below

120g mixed reef SPS dominate
nitrite 0
nitrate 10ppm
ammonia 0ppm
ph 8.5
salinity 1.025
alk 8.9-9.3
calcium 460ppm
magnesium 1410ppm
temp 78 steady
:smash::smash::smash::banghead::banghead::banghead ::banghead::banghead: ]]> General Discussion Montaquelaveist http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124991-need-help-have-zoo-question.html Things that go away on their own http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124975-things-go-away-their-own.html Tue, 15 May 2012 18:10:33 GMT It seems that there are so many people in this hobby that are stressed every time they see something either growing or just appearing in their tanks. I figured I would post things that over the years just went away with no help from me. Hair algae. I have no idea when I took this picture but it... It seems that there are so many people in this hobby that are stressed every time they see something either growing or just appearing in their tanks.
I figured I would post things that over the years just went away with no help from me.
Hair algae.
I have no idea when I took this picture but it must have been at least 15 years ago. That fireclown is stil with me and he is almost 18 now, but look at all the hair algae. The fish and corals were in great shape, but the tank looked horrible. It left on it's own like it always does

About 2 years ago I had so many flatworms that I could not find any rock that was not covered in them. Everyone was urgeing me to use "Flatworm Exit"
IN about 6 months, every one of them disappeared. I didn't use anything.
Last year I noticed one tiny spot of this bubble algae. Everyone said I had to remove it immediately or it would cover everything in the tank and the tank would crash.
Much of it has died off and it is only on a couple of rocks. I like the stuff and think it is interesting.
]]> General Discussion Paul B http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124975-things-go-away-their-own.html What do you Think Of the Reef Angel Controller http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124974-what-do-you-think-reef-angel-controller.html Tue, 15 May 2012 17:41:35 GMT I been looking into this controller for some time now, Dose anyone here use this , and what's your take on it? ]]> General Discussion jhart http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124974-what-do-you-think-reef-angel-controller.html Duel skimmers? http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124973-duel-skimmers.html Tue, 15 May 2012 17:20:30 GMT Any benefit in running dual* skimmers(side by side)?

I've seen it done but very rarely, any one with experience or knowledge on the subject please share. ]]> General Discussion D1J8Z http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124973-duel-skimmers.html New 72g and 3g! http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124972-new-72g-3g.html Tue, 15 May 2012 17:13:40 GMT New to the game and have learned a lot reading the threads. My current set-ups - the 72g has been up and running for about a month, and the 3g was set-up just last night for my lil cousin... They are not complete by any means, just thought i would share w/ the community, as i go through the... New to the game and have learned a lot reading the threads. My current set-ups - the 72g has been up and running for about a month, and the 3g was set-up just last night for my lil cousin... They are not complete by any means, just thought i would share w/ the community, as i go through the process.
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]]> General Discussion Philtron http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124972-new-72g-3g.html Incompatible Fish http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124968-incompatible-fish.html Tue, 15 May 2012 16:47:02 GMT I just bought a flame angelfish and my powder blue tang is focused on giving him hell I know what to do and the flame angel is now inside a small qt inside my main aq at first pbt didnt pay any mind that flames returned but after 10 mins he was back flaunting similar stripes to flames and stalking... I just bought a flame angelfish and my powder blue tang is focused on giving him hell I know what to do and the flame angel is now inside a small qt inside my main aq at first pbt didnt pay any mind that flames returned but after 10 mins he was back flaunting similar stripes to flames and stalking him its been a 30mins no longer harrasing but pbt does know flames isnt going anywhere inside that small qt. I just hope these guys calm down really dont want to lose flames. ]]> General Discussion paidif http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124968-incompatible-fish.html Happy birthday reef addict !!!!! Wooo hoooo http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124965-happy-birthday-reef-addict-wooo-hoooo.html Tue, 15 May 2012 16:02:13 GMT Happy birthday G , I hope you have a great one bro!! Happy birthday G , I hope you have a great one bro!! ]]> General Discussion saltwaterinbrooklyn http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/general-discussion/124965-happy-birthday-reef-addict-wooo-hoooo.html