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    Water Changes & still have nitrates

    Hi guys, I did a 20% water change last week and after testing the water a few days ago, found I had 40ppm Nitrates, Yikes! I did another 20% water change yesterday and tested my water again today. Again, 40ppm Nitrates. I never had any Nitrate issues before. The only recent change was I added a...
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    When only 1 fish shows Ich, will a Fresh Water Dip help cure them?

    Sorry if I am asking a repeat question here but after 2 hours or research I could not find any comments on this. About 2 weeks ago I added a Blue Tang to my 70 gallon corner tank. I didnt want to add him b/c I knew they were more prone to parasites but my wife HAD to have Dorie. Its a FOWLV, PH...
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    Fish fighting with their reflection in background

    I recently added a Flame Angel and Long Nose Hawk Fish to my 70gallon glass corner tank. I have an existing black background on all sides of the tank except the front (of course) and the background seems to enhance the reflection. Both fish seem to act aggressively towards their reflections. I...
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    Water Tests after using Dr. Tim's one & only.

    I setup a 70 gallon 2-weeks ago and used Dr. Tim's One & Only Nitrifying Bacteria. I have 4 clown fish and about 10 lbs of uncured live rock (in the tank) to help cycle. Filter is a sump with Bio Wheel (Marineland) and Protein skimmer has been left off. I test the water every 3 days and up to...
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    Real Ocean Water is wayyy too salty?

    Hi folks, first post here. So I am setting up a new 70 gallon aquarium and since I live in the Cayman Islands, I planned to use ocean water in stead of mixing it. The water is crystal clear and since the beach is only a 1/4 mile away, I figure its worth the effort to haul it over a few...
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