Propagation - fish & corals

The last time that I updated Reef Addict on the breeding there were just shelves with no tanks/sump or fish. A little over three months later it is now operational with tanks, a complete sump, and all the fish moved from the prior system. Here is how it all took place.

29G Drilled and placed in the their positions.



Return line plumbing completed
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Hey all i came down stairs to feed the fish this morning and this is what i found.

I am not sure what was going on (i am referring to the strings coming from the center/mouth) so i grabbed the camera to show you guys and ask the question. Then this afternoon i found this.

Almost looked as if it was puking its guts out literally. Moments later it looks like this.

I had forgot ...

Hey everyone,

While I was up at the NHL Winter Classic this past weekend I of course managed to pop into a LFS in the Pittsburgh area. The store was called AquaWorld and was a very large store with tons of exotic fish and beautiful coral.

I picked up a few frags:

Purple Montipora? Anyone have the specific latin name ID for this one? Its a green base with purple rims and green polyps, almost like a pokerstar but it looks like a plating variety. Also this ...

I'm looking to start breeding cardinal fish. Has anyone here ever done this successfully? I'm looking for good setup ideas(ie how many tanks, lighting, additives, and any other equipment). My goal is to breed and record my experiences. Hopefully we as hobbyists can make an impact in the collection of wild fish. To allow the reefs to rebuild and replenish itself. Tank raised fish are better kept and can be raised to eat man made foods allowing a greater varity of reef fish that we can keep and raise ...

Hello all! It's been a while since I updated, I've been very excited with my tank this week so here are some tidbits!

• My first helfrichi died after three days. How sad and discouraging It was replaced under warranty and the new one has been going strong for two weeks! The new one isnt as buddy buddy with the other fish as the last one, but this one is a lot more active and eats a broader variety of foods.
• Visited PHISHY BUSINESS in columbus and snagged a beautiful purple/green/blue

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