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Does anyone know the iodine level of Instant Ocean? I do 10 gallon water changes weekly in a 75 gallon system. Would you expect that to maintain adequate iodine? Thanks

This one turned from dark red to bright green at the last molt.

I have determined that Instant Ocean, with Ca of 380, is improved for water changes with the addition of 1/2 tsp./5 gal. of Turbo Calcium, which takes the Ca to 420. This keeps tank Ca at about 400, and Alk seems to remain OK with no other additions. I do not have test kits for Iodine...

For cycling a new tank, the Saltwater Master kit is cheap and works OK. I use Salifert kits for more detailed testing of a reef tank, but the SM kit is fine for getting started and for a fish-only tank.

Just passing along my experience. I have had clown triggers in a 55 off and on for 30 years, with none of the problems I hear about. Your mileage may vary.

Sorry, I did not realize the picture was going to be that big.

I have a clown and a Picasso trigger in a 55, and they do fine together. The Picasso is larger, which may be good. In the past, I have had a clown with a larger lionfish. No problems there either. Snails do OK in the tank, and there is even a hermit crab which has survived. Over the years...