Hair algae - removal tips needed

I can not seem to get rid of "film" algae that gets on my glass. This algae comes and goes. I may have to run the magfloat over my front glass every day or I may be able to skip...

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Posted by on 6 July 2006

How long do you guys run your protein skimmer for?

Just wondering if you guys run your skimmers 24/7 or do you guys turn them off from time to time. if so, for how long and why? I had mine running for a week straight. Got some thick and...

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Posted by on 6 July 2006

Picoreef practicalities

Location isn’t the only problem with the picoreef, though. I really think that the tank is too small…or the rock in the tank is too big. I have a really difficult time changing the water or even testing the water...

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Posted by on 11 March 2006

Red and Brown algae problem

Hi can any one help me with my Brown and red alge problem? I have it growing all over my tank on the sand on the rocks over my soft corals and polips it is making my tank looks so...

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Posted by on 1 February 2006

Assorted algae

I have at least 5 different type of algae in the tank right now. There is the fuzzy red algae which is continuing to reemerge. The fuzzy green algae which is far less attractive continues to recede. There is also...

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Posted by on 24 January 2006

Magnesium and its effect on coralline algae

Since magnesium is a component of the pigment chlorphyll, it is required for all pigmented algae. Magnesium is also required for the formation of the enzyme catalase (Round, 1965), which serves the protective function of breaking down hydrogen peroxide into...

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Posted by on 20 January 2006

Like Turbelle Streams? Check this pump out!

I was just about to order the Turbelle 6000 when I came upon the upcoming Vortec pumps. They look awesome and should cost less than the Turbelle! Check out the features on these babies! Via FishGeeks...

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Posted by on 13 January 2006

Which Kalkwasser/Nielsen reactor?

I want to buy a Nielsen/kalkwasser reactor. I am hesitating as to wich one (what brand) I should get. I am leaning toward the Aquamedic. It seems to hold a greater volume of water and I guess it means I...

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Posted by on 13 January 2006

Power Backup

How To Make a Power Back-Up Unit from a UPS and a 12 Volt Battery All too often the power can go out for many reasons, and at any time. To protect yourself from the possible loss of animals...

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Posted by on 6 January 2006

Glass Hydrometer Today I (Aquarium kit saltwater) was checking the specific gravity of

Today I was checking the specific gravity of my tank using a glass hydrometer that I own from when I made beer and wine years back. When checking the specific gravity of your saltwater be sure you are using...

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Posted by on 6 January 2006

The last peanut worm is gone

This afternoon I attempted to removed as much of the white fuzz as I could. Just inserting the mini-siphon stirred up the water enough that the last remaining hitchhiker swayed and collapsed. It appeared to deflate and pollute the...

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Posted by on 6 January 2006

Water test after removing the last worm

I tested the water after removing the dead worm and doing a partial water change. Since the water was excellent this morning I wanted to see if there was any spike significant enough to skewer the readings even with...

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Posted by on 6 January 2006

Sea and Sky: Aquarium Setup & Maintenance (20 gallon saltwater aquarium)

Sea and Sky: Aquarium Setup & Maintenance Setting Up An Aquarium You can work your way up to a reef aquarium after you gain more experience. Most people stay with a fish-only system for at least Via MyBeautifulAquarium...

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Posted by on 6 January 2006