B216adkins August 3, 2011 Share August 3, 2011 I need help with a blog post about staring a saltwater aquarium. I remember everything I did but some things I did not know. I am publishing on the Smithsonian Ocean Portal and it needs to be completed in 2 weeks. I would really appreicate it if anybody can help me out. Also is my outline for the blog please let me know. I.Tank A. Size B. Types C. Location II.Water A. RO/DI B. Distilled C. Tap III.Bedding A. Live Sand B. Crushed Coral C. Live Rock IV.NitrogenCycle A. Shrimp B. Bacteria Supplement C. Damsel Fish V.CleanUp Crew A. Snails/ Hermit Crabs B. Shrimp C. Starfish/Urchins/Sponges VI.Lights(Add as #3) A. LED B. T5 C. Metal Halide VII.Fish A. Acclimate B. Capability C. Shelter VIII.Corals A. SPS B. LPS C. Soft Corals IX.WaterChanges/ Chemicals A. 15% change B. Supplements Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad August 3, 2011 Share August 3, 2011 I am not sure what you are asking for here. Are you asking for IT help, tank starting advice, or something else altogether. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowieReefer84 August 3, 2011 Share August 3, 2011 I would add Filtration as a main title with subtitles of mechanical and chemical. Also, I think you should put Power Compact under lighting. It is what a lot of people use for fish only tanks, and even soft corals are ok with them. I would have acclimation as it's own section with Fish, Inverts, and Corals as subtitles. Under fish I would break it down by beginner, moderate, advanced. Also, reef safe and non-reef safe. Goodluck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest thefishman65 August 3, 2011 Share August 3, 2011 For nitrogen cycle is that dead shrimp? Damsel? Although years ago I cycled with damsels, it is my understanding that is not the preferred method. Not sure form the outline, but just a little food for thought. Please post a link to the article when it is complete. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trockafella August 3, 2011 Share August 3, 2011 (edited) My thoughts are is that it is VERY incomplete, though im not really sure where your going with it. Somethings are phrased wrong, others just dont fit. For example it should be substrate rather than bedding, hamsters use bedding, for fish its compatibility not capability.. And I think the most important thing you dont have listed, being books. People should read before ever buying anything. Edited August 3, 2011 by trockafella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B216adkins August 3, 2011 Author Share August 3, 2011 For nitrogen cycle is that dead shrimp? Damsel? Although years ago I cycled with damsels, it is my understanding that is not the preferred method. Not sure form the outline, but just a little food for thought. Please post a link to the article when it is complete. Thanks Yes dead shrimp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B216adkins August 3, 2011 Author Share August 3, 2011 My thoughts are is that it is VERY incomplete, though im not really sure where your going with it. Somethings are phrased wrong, others just dont fit. For example it should be substrate rather than bedding, hamsters use bedding, for fish its compatibility not capability.. And I think the most important thing you dont have listed, being books. People should read before ever buying anything. ok thanks for the information Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B216adkins August 3, 2011 Author Share August 3, 2011 I am not sure what you are asking for here. Are you asking for IT help, tank starting advice, or something else altogether. Just your general thoughts on the outline before I write about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B216adkins August 3, 2011 Author Share August 3, 2011 I would add Filtration as a main title with subtitles of mechanical and chemical. Also, I think you should put Power Compact under lighting. It is what a lot of people use for fish only tanks, and even soft corals are ok with them. I would have acclimation as it's own section with Fish, Inverts, and Corals as subtitles. Under fish I would break it down by beginner, moderate, advanced. Also, reef safe and non-reef safe. Goodluck! Thanks I will keep you posted throughout the process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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