jroberts51411
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I started my first saltwater aquarium six months ago. I had always been interested in saltwater aquariums, but I never made the plunge until I found a RSM 130 on Craigslist for 300 bucks with the starter kit. The guy lived 20-30 minutes from me. He bought the RSM at the LFS brand new. He filled it with water, but he expected his family to help stock it. Luckily for me, they did not have the same idea. He got frustrated and sold it in nearly new condition. I made the trip and checked it out. Thankfully there was absolutely nothing missing and nothing wrong with anything. The entire starter kit was intact as well. I read a lot about starting an aquarium from Saltwater Aquariums, About Saltwater Aquarium fish, Reef Tanks, Saltwater, Marine Fish, Corals, Invertebrates marine saltwater aquarium fish, and my LFS was very good with advice. I have made it to this point with only a handful of deaths in my tank. This hobby, although expensive (especially for a medical student), is awesome! I am sure I will be forever hooked. Although the RSM 130 has some areas that could use some improvement, I have been overall satisfied with it as my first tank. Heck, I might even stick with them when I upgrade. I will post pictures of my tank in chronological order as best I can.