Coachepp27
Reefing newb
Ok, so I know I've already committed a bunch of no-no's but want some help from this point. I've just inherited a a 75 gallon aquarium that was in pretty bad shape. I'm told it has everything you need, but the primary caregiver has been away for almost 2 years. The water looks pretty disgusting and everything's covered in red algae. However, there were several creatures, including fish that seemed to be doing fine. The pumps and everything have been off for a week. I was able to transport about 25 gallons of the existing water back to my house with the tank. So I have a few questions.
1. How can I clean the tank? I have a magnet but it just won't do as the algae is caked on pretty thickly.
2. There was live rock in it. Could it have survived without the pump and filtration? They removed it and it's been sitting outside since yesterday. How do I know if it's still alive? If it's not alive, is it still okay to put it in the tank for decoration and hiding spots?
3. I still need about 50 gallons of water. Do I have to buy it? Is there a cheaper way? can I make my own?
4. What's my next step? I know I shouldn't put fish in it yet ( I actually tossed the living fish into my other tank... that's probably a no-no too, sorry, but he seems to be doing well)
Thanks,
Jason
1. How can I clean the tank? I have a magnet but it just won't do as the algae is caked on pretty thickly.
2. There was live rock in it. Could it have survived without the pump and filtration? They removed it and it's been sitting outside since yesterday. How do I know if it's still alive? If it's not alive, is it still okay to put it in the tank for decoration and hiding spots?
3. I still need about 50 gallons of water. Do I have to buy it? Is there a cheaper way? can I make my own?
4. What's my next step? I know I shouldn't put fish in it yet ( I actually tossed the living fish into my other tank... that's probably a no-no too, sorry, but he seems to be doing well)
Thanks,
Jason