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September 26th, 2007, 05:12 AM
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Doc's Reef Build
Yes friends...it is true. I am breaking up my science experiment. The decision is a tough one. I LOVE my fish. It is the reason I started this hobby in the first place. I did fresh water for two years and thought freshwater angelfish were the most beautiful fish, since I remember having them as a child....but when I walked into my LFS and saw my first emperor ...damn. I switched forever and will never look back.
My current tank has had as many as four large angelfish, but currently has two: a 6 inch Koran and a 4 inch Blue. I also have a medium sized angelfish; a singapore angelfish. I also have between 20-30 soft corals, LPS corals and multiple mushrooms and three BTA's. I have been running my science experiment for about 1 year now, and I have been able to successfully kept LPS with angelfish. I am satisfied that I can keep them together, but......I have grown a special place in my heart for a coral reef and I want to expand my current tank into two. My plan is to move all my LPS corals into a 90 gallon tank along with the BTA's, clownfish and a select few leathers, ricordias, and mushrooms. This tank will also include scolymia, brains, xenia, and lobophillias...in time. I will also look to add more shrimp, gorgonias and a clam. More fish will be added: a school of Bartlett's anthias (Christmas anthias) and a copperband butterfly. The current 125 gallon angel tank will maintain mushrooms, leathers, and other softies. I will also add a radiata lionfish and a sohal tang. I will keep the other fish I currently have in my 125. My interest has grown into such a passion that I had to have two tanks. A classic reef tank and my continued science experiment. Here is the current state of my 90 gallon.  I am going to relocate my california kingsnake to a different tank at my work, clean out the tank and hopefully....create my reef tank in 1 day. Here is my 4 foot snake.   I look forward to hearing your feedback to my progress. I have the stand ordered and I will pick it up on Friday and I will start the cleaning process at that time. I should have the tank up and running by the end of next week. -Dr Marco  Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 gallon Angel tank with soft corals and 90 gallon reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: long enough to know I have a lot to learn Last edited by Bifferwine : March 13th, 2008 at 02:20 AM. 
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September 26th, 2007, 05:28 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
Yay!
  I've been waiting for you to do a build.If it looks anywhere near like your 125,then I'm sure it will be a amazing.I can't wait to see what your going to do with this.Your the fish guy and I'm more of a coral guy.Hopefully I can help you the way you help me. Best of luck Doc!
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Live long and prosper Dominick AGA 210g. MegaflowLifereef LF1-300S berlin sumpSVS-24 skimmer w/Mag 9.5Refugium(25g.) with Nova 2x24w fuge light.Mag 2400 return.Aquatinic Constellation/14x39w T5-HO.Reef Fanatic ATO.Koralia 2/3 Current Aquarium(s) Description: Oceanic 75 gal./AGA 210g. megaflow Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 years Other Intrests: Reefing,video games,music,electronics
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September 26th, 2007, 05:37 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
I will rely heavily on you and others who CLEARLY know more about tanks than I do. I will try to get a sump ASAP, but funds are tied up in trying to buy a bigger home for the time being. I am gong to get a HOB filter for the reef for the next three months until I can get the money I need to do what I want. It is really bad timing to start another tank, but my wonderful wife understands me so well, she knows that I use my fish to relax and de-stress. She agreed to let me start this tank while we are looking to move. Weird, I know, but I really need to start a new tank. Since I have had a problem with cyano, I have cut down feedings on my 125. Since that time, my angels have killed three of my four blood shrimp. They have also increased nipping at the LPS corals. I don't want to lose my wall hammer - it is HUGE and frankly, don't want to part with it or either of my green and purple branch hammers. Thanks for your support, Reef. I look forward to your feedback.
-Dr Marco Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 gallon Angel tank with soft corals and 90 gallon reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: long enough to know I have a lot to learn
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September 26th, 2007, 05:46 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
I only have one question: What is your snake's name?
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"If we went to a Halloween party dressed as Batman and Robin, I'd go as Robin. That's how much you mean to me... " Sarah  
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 5 years
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September 26th, 2007, 05:56 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
Ka. My girls named him/her. I have a redneck corn snake at work already, named Cletus. Classic name for a redneck. Almost as good as....
-Dr Marco Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 gallon Angel tank with soft corals and 90 gallon reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: long enough to know I have a lot to learn
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September 26th, 2007, 06:07 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
YOTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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"If we went to a Halloween party dressed as Batman and Robin, I'd go as Robin. That's how much you mean to me... " Sarah
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 5 years
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September 26th, 2007, 06:18 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
yeah. I left that one open for you Biff. Way to be predictable.
-Dr Marco Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 gallon Angel tank with soft corals and 90 gallon reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: long enough to know I have a lot to learn
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September 26th, 2007, 06:43 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
Sorry... I'll have to surprise you guys better next time...
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"If we went to a Halloween party dressed as Batman and Robin, I'd go as Robin. That's how much you mean to me... " Sarah
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 5 years
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September 26th, 2007, 11:24 AM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
 OMG, I almost threw my laptop to the floor! I was not expecting a snake. I see nightmares in my future. Looking forward to following the build. Current Aquarium(s) Description: 55gal tropical 55gal Marine Reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: running 8 months
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September 26th, 2007, 02:44 PM
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Re: Dr Marco's Reef Build
sorry about the snake. I should have placed a disclaimer for those with weak stomachs. I keep forgetting that some people are terrified of snakes. I will not be posting pics of snakes on my post again. Sorry about that.
-Dr Marco Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 gallon Angel tank with soft corals and 90 gallon reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: long enough to know I have a lot to learn
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