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If you're gonna upgrade, go for something with adjustable brightness. That way you can tweak it as needed. My Nicrew has a dimmer, and it's been a game changer.


Adjustable lights are great, especially if you're still figuring out what works. I started with mine at 50% and gradually increased it ...

Lighting duration and spectrum are key. I run my lights for 8 hours a day with a timer, and I use a Finnex Planted+ 24/7. My Anubias and Java Fern are thriving, and I've even got some Crypts growing well. What's your photoperiod like?

Root tabs are way better for heavy root feeders like Amazon Swords. I've got a similar setup, 30 gallons with dirt capped by sand. Tabs near the roots made a huge difference in growth. Liquid ferts are good for column feeders, but swords need that direct nutrient hit.


Yep, this is spot on ...

Appreciate the feedback - definitely simplifies the feeding process for me.

Hey everyone,

I've been keeping a reef tank for a few years now, and I recently made the switch to mostly SPS with a few LPS corals. Lately, I've been thinking about feeding my LPS corals individually. My main question is, when I target feed the individual mouths or corallites, does that provide ...

You might also want to think about the order in which you add the fish. I'd say, introduce the less aggressive ones first and save the most aggressive for last. That way, they're not stressing out the others.

I'd suggest choosing between the 6 line and the Royal Gramma, having both might not be the best idea.

My experience with the Coflake Beauty has been great so far - three months in and no issues with nipping.

Thanks so much, zenoxa - I think you nailed it. I really appreciate you taking the time to dig through your books and find that match. The Montastrea cavernosa looks like a great fit.

I'd rule out Tubastrea due to the lack of a hard skeleton. The fluorescent green inside each corallite is a notable feature, though it's not easily visible from the picture.

Bought this LPS as a single polyp about 2 years back, and it's developed into a nice little colony over time. I vaguely recall it being from the Atlantic, but that's about it - can't seem to remember any other specifics. Haven't come across a similar one since then. Any ID thoughts would be ...