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by oceanix_10
Mon Apr 21, 2025 10:40 pm
Forum: Cichlids
Topic: my tank rescape experience
Replies: 8
Views: 74

Re: my tank rescape experience

If you can reach behind comfortably, consider getting some ceramic tile paint and give it a coat.
by oceanix_10
Mon Apr 21, 2025 8:11 pm
Forum: Cichlids
Topic: my tank rescape experience
Replies: 8
Views: 74

Re: my tank rescape experience

If I were you, here's what I'd do - move that thermometer to a side, out of the way. I'm not a fan of seeing equipment in the tank, but if it's got to be there, let's hide it. I'd either reposition the heater so it's almost horizontal, just slightly raised at the gauge end, and tuck it behind the ...
by oceanix_10
Fri Mar 28, 2025 11:02 am
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: Is my clownfish depressed?
Replies: 11
Views: 4233

Re: Is my clownfish depressed?

I'm thinking of getting a fish that needs at least a 30 gallon tank.
by oceanix_10
Fri Mar 28, 2025 9:39 am
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: Is my clownfish depressed?
Replies: 11
Views: 4233

Re: Is my clownfish depressed?

Is the Black fin fairy wrasse similar to the Scott's Fairy Wrasse, I've heard of those before?
by oceanix_10
Fri Mar 28, 2025 7:15 am
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: Is my clownfish depressed?
Replies: 11
Views: 4233

Re: Is my clownfish depressed?

Considering your clownfish were already attached to the deceased pygmy, it's likely due to their natural preference for pairing up. This probably led to the bond they formed with the cherub angel fish, as it was a social companion for them.

Replacing the pygmy with a similar fish isn't a guaranteed ...
by oceanix_10
Fri Mar 28, 2025 5:43 am
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: Is my clownfish depressed?
Replies: 11
Views: 4233

Re: Is my clownfish depressed?

I think having another clownfish in the tank would be a good idea, so you've got a pair. The loss of a similar sized tankmate might've had an effect, but it's unlikely to be depression due to them being different species. I'd say it's more stress, but having a pair of clownfish will show you their ...
by oceanix_10
Sat Mar 08, 2025 1:18 am
Forum: Corals
Topic: Zoanthids growing in unusual patterns
Replies: 6
Views: 6041

Re: Zoanthids growing in unusual patterns


They resemble RPE from Indo, I'd say they're a nice zoa, that green mouth does give it a bit of a PE vibe though.


I think I see what you guys mean about the Palythoa possibility, but I'm still not entirely convinced - the green mouth does seem similar to a People Eater, but I don't see any of ...
by oceanix_10
Thu Jan 09, 2025 11:27 pm
Forum: Saltwater Fish
Topic: Are ocellated soapfish reef safe?
Replies: 2
Views: 4440

Re: Are ocellated soapfish reef safe?

I'm inclined to think they could be a threat to shrimp and crabs, given their reputation as an uber-predator that will try to eat anything that fits in their mouth. With a max size of 5", that's most inverts right there. They're also known to release poisonous toxins when stressed or dying, which is ...
by oceanix_10
Wed Jan 01, 2025 1:48 pm
Forum: Cichlids
Topic: from filtration to stock
Replies: 6
Views: 5872

Re: from filtration to stock

I'd suggest limiting your lighting to 6-7 hours a day max, that might help with the green glass issue. In terms of your Fluval 305, I'd recommend swapping out the carbon bags for more ceramic and a coarse sponge - that'll give you better filtration.

You could also consider replacing the carbon ...
by oceanix_10
Wed Dec 25, 2024 2:08 am
Forum: Corals
Topic: My zoas won't open up
Replies: 8
Views: 4708

Re: My zoas won't open up

More flow, I've come to realize zoas need a lot of it, much more than I initially thought, in most cases at least.