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📢𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞! 📢 "𝑨𝒏𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒂𝒔 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆: 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑼𝒍𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑮𝒖𝒊𝒅𝒆" 🔍What You’ll Discover: 💠Key insights into the vibrant world of Anthias fish, popular for their bright colors and dynamic presence in saltwater aquariums. 💠Comprehensive care tips covering dietary needs, tank conditions, and social behaviors. 💠Strategies for successfully introducing and maintaining Anthias in your reef tank. Dive into the colorful and active life of Anthias fish with our extensive guide designed to help you master their care. This article unpacks everything from the specific environmental needs to the social dynamics of these stunning reef inhabitants. Whether you're just starting with your first Anthias or looking to refine your approach with these demanding yet rewarding fish, our guide provides all the essentials for thriving Anthias care. Read the Full Article Here: https://www.mantasystems.net/a/blog/post/AnthiasCare Join us in exploring the fascinating care practices for Anthias fish, ensuring they not only survive but thrive in your marine aquarium. Perfect for both novice and expert aquarists, this guide is your ticket to becoming an Anthias care expert. Step up your reef-keeping game with our definitive guide to Anthias care!

I love that this gets bumped almost every year, Happy Holidays!

Here’s your annual reminder to clean your pumps and stuff. i had snails in the impeller, and jelly growing thick in the body. Running like a champ and quiet again.

Thanks again to our great local vendor sponsors that helped make the party awesome! Few more video posts from Facebook: BRK: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BE7PpkVKo/ Coral Candy: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/14JLb35bKo/ BRK: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1DBTKpJWTu/

Thanks to all the members and their family who came out to the Anniversary/Holiday party. Over 125 vendor provided coral frags, and another 100 or more member provided frags were gifted out to attendees. Everyone went home with several nice coral frags. In addition the potluck food everyone brought was fantastic. Thank you to all who brought a dish to share. Finally, thank you members, and a special thanks to the vendors, who helped make event awesome by providing coral frags: Blue Ribbon Koi & Marine Coral Candy Aquaculture Reef eScape and Top Shelf Aquatics & WAMAS members Few pics of attendees, food spread, vendor & member frags, & door prizes.

I did a little digging around, and for $20 I found a power brick recommendation on Amazon, to the door in 24 hours, so now I'm back on schedule. Now the controller (that I've only used maybe 3 times total) has crapped out. I have no idea how to adjust these lights outside of the controller (and barely with it) I was hoping to ride these lights for at least a few more years without any problems.

Happy Holidays WAMAS!

depending on the voltage and current output I might have a meanwell from a DIY build here that could work in a pinch. What's it say on the power supply brick?

Glad it worked

you nailed it! Should be interesting getting another one.

Normally its the power supply

Sent you an email and pm about a 10g and 20g. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

i did not, will check in the AM

Did you try another power supply?

Hello! I have x3 k7v3 (II's I believe) the kind that connect via a USB controller. x2 of them are functioning fine, but the third one started blinking, meaning, all the LED's in the unit turn on and off every five seconds or so. I unplugged the unit last night, and then plugged it in again this morning. Everything worked as usual momentarily, and then it began to flash again after about a minute of being connected to power again. I have tried to factory reset the unit by holding down both the buttons on it for 10 seconds, but it doesn't work. I have tried to connect it to the controller (USB) but that doesn't work either. The light on the unit is flashing blue, I am at a loss on what to do!

Good morning all, I am out of hobby for awhile, I am giving away all my tanks (10g, 20g, 40g, 65g) with wood stands and their equipment. Please send me an email (s2nhle@yahoo.com) if you want them. I would like to give them to the person who can take them all. Thanks, and happy holiday season to all of you.

Well, when I'm hot, I'm hot. And when I'm cold, I'm cold. I've been putting a ton of energy the past few weeks into getting the tank cleared up now that I've got my numbers rock solid. The biggest feat was getting the larger frag rack out, along with selling a few colonies of things that I adored, but simply didn't have the space for. The few fishes I have are enjoying the extra space, and it looks like the glass bottom is seeing a diatom bloom with the shuffling/removing of many a long sitting rock. There are also parts of the glass bottom that are getting light for maybe the first time since this tank has been up and running. Something that I rarely talk about that I'm very proud of, is aquascaping for 4 views in a peninsula. The front, the back, the point, and the top. I normally post photos from the end (tip) because that's where my office chair is, but there is a couch along the "back" and the room is framed when you walk in by the "front." Every viewing angle is intentionally curated, and there is something different to see from every side. I took these photos when my lights had only been on for about an hour, and I had done quite a bit of rearranging, so everything isn't at it's peak splendor and open wide, but it still looks pretty darn good if you ask me. I also didn't want to swap lenses, so these sub par shots will have to do! I'm least proud of this one (view from the couch) but it gives a rough idea of what's happening on the side I rarely show because of such a shallow depth of field.

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞! "𝑹𝒆𝒇𝒖𝒈𝒊𝒖𝒎 𝑹𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔: 𝑴𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑭𝒊𝒍𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏" What You’ll Discover: The science behind refugiums and their role in nutrient control. Step-by-step guidance on setting up your own refugium. Tips on selecting the right plants and media to maximize efficiency. Dive into the world of natural filtration with our latest deep dive into refugiums, nature's little secret for maintaining balance in saltwater aquariums. Discover how these dedicated ecosystems not only enhance water quality but also provide a sanctuary for beneficial organisms. Whether you're a seasoned aquarist or just starting out, this guide unpacks everything you need to harness the full potential of refugiums for healthier, clearer aquarium water. Embark on your journey to a more stable and thriving tank with our comprehensive guide to refugiums. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their marine ecosystem naturally! 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://www.mantasystems.net/a/blog/post/Refugiums Transform your aquarium's health and clarity with insights from our detailed exploration of refugiums!

Ever noticed a mysterious red or green film taking over your saltwater aquarium? That's cyanobacteria, a common yet troublesome guest in many marine environments. While it may seem harmless at first, left unchecked, cyanobacteria can overwhelm aquatic life and disrupt the delicate balance of your tank. In this comprehensive guide, we dive deep into the world of cyanobacteria—exploring its causes, the conditions that fuel its growth, and effective strategies to combat this resilient pest. From adjusting nutrient levels to integrating specialized equipment, this article is packed with actionable advice to help you maintain a healthy, thriving aquarium. 🔍𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫: 💠Identifying signs of cyanobacteria infestation. 💠Proven methods to eliminate outbreaks and prevent their return. 💠Insights into maintaining optimal water quality to discourage cyanobacteria growth. Ready to turn the tide against cyanobacteria and restore the beauty of your reef tank? Dive into our guide and arm yourself with the knowledge to win the battle! 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://www.mantasystems.net/a/blog/post/cyanobacteria Let's keep our tanks clean and vibrant—join the discussion and share your own experiences in battling cyanobacteria!

Hey everyone, We are having a big coral sale for all of December! All of our corals are 20% off for the month of December. We are trying to clear out a lot of our corals to make room for a very big shipment coming in January. We have tons of zoas, mushrooms, torches, hammers, acans, gonis, blastos, rock flower anemones, acros, and wilsonis in stock. Take advantage of this month long sale as we are trying to bring in some really nice corals in January. Thank you again for all the love and support this club gives us too! Chris

Thanks to these sponsors for supplying coral frags or gift cards for the event: - First 50 guests get a $10 Reef eScape livestock gift card (upgradable to $20 by signing up for their newsletter) - Blue Ribbon Koi - Coral Candy Aquaculture - Reef eScape - Top Shelf Aquatics

Event: WAMAS Winter Meeting (annual) Saturday February 1, 2025 Time: 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM (Speaker starts at 3:00 PM) Where: North Bethesda Middle School, 8935 Bradmoor Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817 WAMAS members get in free. Guests are $5 each (paid at the door). Join WAMAS at this link. Agenda: 1:30 Sign-in / socialize / frag sales 2:45 Club business 3:00 Speaker - Tamara Marshall 4:00 Break 4:15 Raffle! Directions to North Bethesda Middle School: - NOTE: The school is just inside the north edge of the beltway near Old Georgetown Road. Here's a map from Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/bKz79Y9HmQF2 Tamara Marshall Bio: Tamara is a marine scientist and saltwater enthusiast with 24 years of experience in the hobby. She has worked at prestigious institutions like the Hubbs SeaWorld Research Institute and The Dallas World Aquarium and has been a featured speaker at major events such as MBI and MACNA. Tamara holds a degree in Fish Health and Aquaculture from the University of Florida, as well as an MBA and MS in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from the University of Texas at Dallas. Her journey in the saltwater industry includes owning both a wholesale coral business and a retail saltwater fish store. As the founder of Manta Systems, Tamara combines her deep knowledge and passion to educate and inspire the saltwater community.

Just 12 days until the party. If you are thinking of attending please fill out the poll in the member section so we can better plan. Thanks

Hi everyone! My latest article is up, and it’s all about GFO. I hope it gives you some helpful ideas for your tank! I’ve been writing three articles a week for saltwater hobbyists, so if you’re into this kind of content, there’s lots more to come. Thanks for reading, and as always—Happy Reefing! https://www.mantasystems.net/a/blog/post/GFO

Here we go y'all, come check out our Cyber Monday/Tuesday live sale on instagram @supremereefs, corals are up to 90% off! Our cyber Monday will be a 2 day event starting at 3pm on Monday and Tuesday will start at 3pm as well! There will be A LOT of Corals this round, even more than our normal amount which is already a lot 😅. Also featuring a lot of new stuff too, keep your eyes peeled for some teasers on our story. We are doing a huge blowout on corals so the deals are going to be even more insane! We will be implementing a section for bids on this round too GIVEAWAYS -Once again we will be having a coral giveaway! You will automatically be entered in the giveaway, as long as you claim at least 1 item. You must be present when the winner is announced to claim the giveaway. There will also be small giveaways before the big giveaways, please keep your eyes peeled and volume up, those giveaways are $0-$5 -To purchase during a live, you must type the price of the item or "claim + price". Other entries will be invalid. -We will only take requests at the end -The first person to show on OUR screen will get the item. -After your first claim, please send us a DM with your full name, email, and if you would like your claims shipped or local pick up. -Shipping is $45 fedex priority overnight for VA/MD residents and $60 for non residents in the US -NO PUTBACKS OR SWAPS, only upgrades (swap for a higher price item) are allowed DURING the live. -Please claim responsibly, if you do not plan on committing to your claim, please do not claim. -Just as a reminder if you claim an item please pay your invoices right away unless you made special arrangements ahead. If you don't pay within 24 hours, you will be banned from claiming in the future. We put a lot of effort into giving you guys great deals and it's not fair when someone else could have had the opportunity to have that item. Again, thank you for your support if you have any questions please feel free to reach out. Good vibes and happy reefing!