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I have had my system for about three years and have been completely frustrated by an algae problem for about a year now. I've tried everything, have spent a lot of money and time, and I am no longer enjoying the hobby. On top of that, my responsibilities at work continue to grow and the...

I've been in the hobby for about 8 months now and am beginning to add corals. I have struggled with these because it is difficult to keep my pH consistent (big swings at night from 8.25 to 8.10). Right now, my only corals are mushrooms, polyps, and one a piece of hammer coral (that is really...

After a few years of a lingering fascination with saltwater tanks, I finally got a setup in July of 2012. With a lot of help from people on this board, the thing is looking good and a daily fascination. I thought I'd share some pictures; Here's the whole set-up. I went all out on the stand...

Temp: 77.5 Salinity 1.023 Ph 8.24 Ammonia 0 Nitrite 0 Nitrate 0 Phosphate 0 75g, sump, skimmer, fuge, Tank mates include 2 tangs, 1 female clown, 3 pajama fish, hermits, and smails Just added 1 yellow damsel to control flat worms, yellow ployps, and hammer coral. I have a clown...

I had one of these, then a few, and now a BUNCH! They are thriving in my return and a few in my sump. They don't move and seem harmless, but if I am getting this many, it must be bad news. Thanks for any help you can offer.

Hey Reef Experts! I could use a little input on if I am ready for a clean up crew. Here's the situation... I am at day 13 of my tank cycle; 75 gallon Started with... RO/DI Water 80+lbs of Cured live rock (the LFS said it was curing in their tanks for at least two weeks) Live sand from...

I have done some research on tank controllers and am considering the purchase of a "ReefKeeper Elite Net" system. For me, the big draw would be the ability to run essential systems off of an "uninterrupted power supply" (UPS) during a power outage, but I am not certain how that would work...

Hello Reef Experts! Although I have had a long-term fascination with saltwater tanks, I only recently committed to getting a system. After a whole bunch of research, I was only more drawn to the idea of a coral tank as I now see the aquarium as a 75 gallon biology lab that presents a lot of...