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Cool. BurlyBear

Good to know. BurlyBear

Interesting design, I don’t think I have ever seen a refugium that is above the tank. BurlyBear

Congratulations! BurlyBear

The fry look great. BurlyBear

I know that either a 1 inch or 3-4 inch sand bed is recommended but what is the difference between the two? Are there any advantages or disadvantages to either setup? Also I have heard that 1 pound of sand per gallon of water is good ratio, would you agree with this? Thanks for taking the time...

Great photos. BurlyBear

The seahorses look great. Good luck with the fry. BurlyBear

This may be a stupid question, but how to you attach coral to live rock? From what I have seen from different websites coral is sold on some kind of base that can be different depending on where you get it. So how is this base attached to your live rock? Do you use wire ties or underwater epoxy...

That's great I think I would freak too. BurlyBear

Do you need the gloves for coral or it necessary for a FOWLR too? Thanks, BurlyBear

Good to know. BurlyBear

I know some people grow algae in their refugiums but should you also include live rock & sand? What type of lighting (ex. Metal halide or T5s) should you use for your refugium if you do want to cultivate algae? Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions, BurlyBear :dryer:

Thanks for the advice. BurlyBear

Hello everyone, I am BurlyBear and I'm new to saltwater fish keeping. Growing up I kept fresh water fish but got rid of my tank when I went to college. I have started doing some research and am planning on getting a tank sometime in the next few months. I live in St. Augustine, Fl and work for...