New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise??

Reefer333 · 04-19-2008, 01:08 AM

Here are pics of the tank before and after. I ordered a BSJF and he should be here Tuesday, so I added 3 inches of sand and removed some live rock to add a little more sand area for the little fella. This is my 3rd so I want to give this little guy everything he needs.

Before

After

klasikb · 04-19-2008, 09:27 AM

that is a very nice looking tank

sasquatch · 04-19-2008, 09:41 AM

Nice tank! did you add gravel everywhere or just one spot?

lcstorc · 04-19-2008, 10:13 AM

Not to sound like a broken record but be sure to have lots of rubble in various sizes. Mine uses pieces as big if not bigger than he is and got very upset (quit eating) when I was only prividing small rubble and crushed coral.
Good luck with you new baby and be sure to post pics on th ebuespot thread as well.

Reefer333 · 04-19-2008, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by sasquatch

Nice tank! did you add gravel everywhere or just one spot?

Thanks!! I added gravel on the front half of my tank (about 85% of the tank).

Thanks for the comment Klasikb!

Reefer333 · 04-19-2008, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by lcstorc

Not to sound like a broken record but be sure to have lots of rubble in various sizes. Mine uses pieces as big if not bigger than he is and got very upset (quit eating) when I was only prividing small rubble and crushed coral.
Good luck with you new baby and be sure to post pics on th ebuespot thread as well.

Thanks Lynn. I have a bunck of rubble in there too, its under a little bit of the sand tho. if he doesnt find it I'll add more. Will post pics when he gets here.

Anselth · 04-19-2008, 11:49 AM

Looks good! can't wait to see your new BS!

tbittner · 04-20-2008, 10:41 AM

Wow!!! That is an incredibly beautiful reef! I'm sure your BSJF will be ecstatic in your tank.

corrado007 · 04-20-2008, 10:51 AM

Yeah, looks like you've made quite a nice habitat for your new addition. Nice looking tank.

Reefer333 · 04-20-2008, 01:27 PM

Thank you for the comments!! The little guy is going to be here Wednesday so I'll post pics soon

BarbMazz · 04-20-2008, 02:14 PM

I agree that your reef is GORGEOUS! And congrats on the new BSJF.

My question is; when adding new sand/substrate to an established tank, is it okay to put in on the top, or are you supposed to mix it in, or leave parts of the old substrate exposed in some areas?

Keep in mind I'm Brand New and my tank is just getting set up, but I think I remember reading somewhere it's important to be cautious in how one adds new substrate into an existing system, mostly to preserve bacterial growth in the existing sand bed. I could definitely be wrong about this, though!

Reefer333 · 04-20-2008, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by BarbMazz

I agree that your reef is GORGEOUS! And congrats on the new BSJF.

My question is; when adding new sand/substrate to an established tank, is it okay to put in on the top, or are you supposed to mix it in, or leave parts of the old substrate exposed in some areas?

Keep in mind I'm Brand New and my tank is just getting set up, but I think I remember reading somewhere it's important to be cautious in how one adds new substrate into an existing system, mostly to preserve bacterial growth in the existing sand bed. I could definitely be wrong about this, though!

Thank you!! I think that the worse thing that you can do is stir up the old substrate in an established tank. I also do have the original substrate un covered behind all my rock. And once the BSJF gets to building his home he'll end up mixing it up anyways

BarbMazz · 04-20-2008, 02:48 PM

Ah, okay! That makes perfect sense, especially about the new fishie mixing it up once he's there. LOL I guess I could've figured that one out had I thought a LITTLE bit harder.

There is SO much to learn and then keep straight in this hobby. But thanks, you've helped my education a little bit!

I'll be watching for the new fish arrival!

Reefer333 · 04-20-2008, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BarbMazz

Ah, okay! That makes perfect sense, especially about the new fishie mixing it up once he's there. LOL I guess I could've figured that one out had I thought a LITTLE bit harder.

There is SO much to learn and then keep straight in this hobby. But thanks, you've helped my education a little bit!

I'll be watching for the new fish arrival!

I pretty new to this too, so I'm glad I can finally help someone

I'll keep you posted on what he does

BarbMazz · 04-20-2008, 03:04 PM

Okay! I knew I read it somewhere here... give this a read, okay? I'd hate to see you have a problem if it can be avoided!

Adding Additional Substrate?

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Reefer333 Midas Blenny Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 113 View Gallery Karma Komment	New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise?? Here are pics of the tank before and after. I ordered a BSJF and he should be here Tuesday, so I added 3 inches of sand and removed some live rock to add a little more sand area for the little fella. This is my 3rd so I want to give this little guy everything he needs. Before After Last edited by Reefer333 : 04-19-2008 at 11:47 AM.

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lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 17,965 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise?? Not to sound like a broken record but be sure to have lots of rubble in various sizes. Mine uses pieces as big if not bigger than he is and got very upset (quit eating) when I was only prividing small rubble and crushed coral. Good luck with you new baby and be sure to post pics on th ebuespot thread as well. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

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Reefer333 Midas Blenny Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 113 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise?? Thank you for the comments!! The little guy is going to be here Wednesday so I'll post pics soon

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BarbMazz Madame Klanganator Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Near Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 3,104 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise?? I agree that your reef is GORGEOUS! And congrats on the new BSJF. My question is; when adding new sand/substrate to an established tank, is it okay to put in on the top, or are you supposed to mix it in, or leave parts of the old substrate exposed in some areas? Keep in mind I'm Brand New and my tank is just getting set up, but I think I remember reading somewhere it's important to be cautious in how one adds new substrate into an existing system, mostly to preserve bacterial growth in the existing sand bed. I could definitely be wrong about this, though! __________________ A Snail's Pace Beginning: an old lady's first reef http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...tml#post366161 ~not knowing how near the truth is we seek it far away~ "when we were created, the world already had a Reef Central. what it lacked was a Reef Sanctuary" ~travis~ Sorry Bunny. I just couldn't do it any longer.

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BarbMazz Madame Klanganator Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Near Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 3,104 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise?? Ah, okay! That makes perfect sense, especially about the new fishie mixing it up once he's there. LOL I guess I could've figured that one out had I thought a LITTLE bit harder. There is SO much to learn and then keep straight in this hobby. But thanks, you've helped my education a little bit! I'll be watching for the new fish arrival! __________________ A Snail's Pace Beginning: an old lady's first reef http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...tml#post366161 ~not knowing how near the truth is we seek it far away~ "when we were created, the world already had a Reef Central. what it lacked was a Reef Sanctuary" ~travis~ Sorry Bunny. I just couldn't do it any longer.

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BarbMazz Madame Klanganator Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Near Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 3,104 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: New BSJF on the way...Blue spott paradise?? Okay! I knew I read it somewhere here... give this a read, okay? I'd hate to see you have a problem if it can be avoided! Adding Additional Substrate? __________________ A Snail's Pace Beginning: an old lady's first reef http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...tml#post366161 ~not knowing how near the truth is we seek it far away~ "when we were created, the world already had a Reef Central. what it lacked was a Reef Sanctuary" ~travis~ Sorry Bunny. I just couldn't do it any longer.

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