[Any idea on this]

Thanks.  That makes a lot of sense

[Any idea on this]

Thanks

[Any idea on this]

Thanks

[Any idea on this]

Thanks!  I have 3 wrasses.  Sixline, Melenarus and Coris so hope they do their job

[Any idea on this]

Was on glass when lights came on.  About 1/2 inch maybe a little more with 1+ inch antennae.

[LPS specific Polyp death]

I don't think it is fish related.  No change in characters (Bristletooth, clowns, sixline, melanerus, dragonet).  

Pumps are only off during feeding and even then not all the time.  I did increase my photo period by 30 minutes

and switched it back last night but don't think that would do it.  It is on the sand bed.  I do have a few inverts (emerald,

cleaner, pep, banded, urchin.  

Am afraid it being some kind of worm or pest burrowing in.  Will do a bath today and see if that helps.

 

Parameters are all good and stable.  Everything is doing fine.  Mixed Reef (SPS Dominant) 80 Deep Blue

 

Thanks!

[LPS specific Polyp death]

It seems as if the single lps polyp is affected by some kind of pest but can’t see anything.  Pic is tonight after being out of town for a few days.  Any ideas?

[What is this coral?]

Agree, Purple stylo.  

[What is this coral?]

Pocilopora

[Hanna reagents]

Yes.  My phosphate ones expired and were way off

[Feb 10 2024 meeting - vendors & members on site]

Hoping to attend but will not be selling.  

[how long to keep a powder blue tang in jail?]

Good luck!  Am hoping for the best

[how long to keep a powder blue tang in jail?]

My guess is you will lose one, Don’t.mean to be the tang police but those are both pretty good size for a 90 imo

[Anyone know what might eat these mushrooms]

Only thing I’ve ever heard is crown of thorns star but am sure you don’t want one in your tank

[T5 Hybrid vs LEDs]

Add T5 and dial back.  Dial back in after results.  Dont kill with light 😎

[Best LFS Around NoVA for Live Stock]

There are still many around and most encourage orders if you are looking for something in particular.  They can all get it!

Not very familiar with MD stores but understand there are a few good ones.  In VA, my go to's are Blue Ribbon Koi, Capital Aquarium, Reef Escape and Centreville

Aquarium - primarily due to convenience.  I encourage you to support our local marine/reef stores.  They can get what you want, just need to have the conversation!! 

[Mocha Clown]

I’ll buy that single mocha (8/22) if it comes on sale tomorrow.  😜 ugly mug discount

[Skimmer advice.]

I have an AOI skimmer that is overkill for

me 80g.  Will be available next weekend.  Works great just too big for my set up

[What are you using for ATO Reservoir]

I currently have a 20g under my stand for ATO reservoir but need the space and want to move my ATO reservoir 

outside the tank.  What are people using.  Aesthetics matter but not crucial, just need something that is durable 

and 20-25 gallon volume.  TIA!

[What's the best way to start dosing kalk??]

Following along

[Sand sifting goby]

Great at cleaning and mixing sand.  Only con is be prepared to constantly Turkey baste the sand off all your corals 😏

[Cleaner Wrasse trouble]

Little brother syndrome.  That’s an aggressive group of characters.  He’s probably bullied and looking for someone’s ass to whip.  Snail

[Algae help]

Let it do it’s “ugly phase” thing

[Tiny leak causing salt creep - any fixes without draining]

Thanks!  Yes, picked one up from John yesterday 

[Tiny leak causing salt creep - any fixes without draining]

Yes, I broke a bulkhead fitting.  Not a huge deal.  Below is a picture.  The foam is thin and shouldn’t change anything other than to ensure the bottom of the tank is touching everywhere.