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by Vikingo1
Tue Jun 03, 2025 10:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oops, my mistake
Replies: 12
Views: 58

Re: Oops, my mistake

Stratum's decent for buffering, but it can hold onto excess ferts. Stick to the plan—another change tomorrow. And yeah, syringe's a game-changer. I mark mine with tape for doses.
by Vikingo1
Tue Jun 03, 2025 5:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oops, my mistake
Replies: 12
Views: 58

Re: Oops, my mistake

Big water change, no question. Flourish overdoses can mess with plants and inverts. I'd do 50% now, then another 30% tomorrow. Keep an eye on the shrimp, they're sensitive. What's your pH and temp?
by Vikingo1
Sat Apr 19, 2025 11:54 am
Forum: Corals
Topic: What Causes Color Loss in SPS?
Replies: 13
Views: 286

Re: What Causes Color Loss in SPS?


Yo, sounds like your nutrients are too low. SPS need some nitrates and phosphates to keep their colors poppin'. Try bumping nitrates to 5 ppm and phosphates to 0.03 ppm. Also, check your alk, bro. If it's swinging, that'll mess with your corals big time.


Exactly this. Alk swings are a silent ...