How to start a 20 gallon nano reef tank #fusion20 | Innovative Marine Nuvo 20

http://brs.li/Nuvo_20 Starting a reef tank can be so exciting and a little daunting if you don't know where to begin. At Bulkreefsupply.com we make reefing fun and easy, so for those new to reefing we thought we would show you how to easily set up a 20 gallon saltwater aquarium and we created a kit with everything you need. Step 1: Setting up the Tank I’m going to use this new tank kit which includes a 20 gallon Nuvo tank from Innovative Marine but you could apply the information in this video to basically any similar sized tank, especially those in the Nuvo lines which are designed around making things easy for newer reefers and attractive at the same time. The tank is a sleek design, easily sets up and comes with LED lights, overflow and filtration columns on the back. Place the aquarium on a sturdy table or countertop. Adding the rock is completely up to personal preference but try to stack the rock so that it is a few inches away from the top and sides of the tank. Pour in your sand and evenly spread it around the rock and bottom of the tank. Step 2: Mixing Saltwater Mixing the salt water is easy. Rubbermaid Brute brand trash cans are the most common reef safe containers used to mix saltwater in. Just add the salt to the water and look through the included tool called a refractometer to measure the salinity. The scale inside measures salt in parts per thousand or specific gravity. More or less just dissolve the salt, add a few drops of water to the window, close, wait 20 seconds or so and look through the eye piece. It should read 35ppt or 1.026. Once you have the correct salinity use the included dechlorinator to make the water safe for the tank. Step 3: Get Familiar with the Back of the Tank While you are waiting for the salt to dissolve, take a moment to check all the tubing connections on the pump and get familiar with the back of the tank. This area in the back is used to house equipment like pumps, filters and heaters where they are out of the way. Go ahead and mount the heater, make sure it is placed fairly low so it will stay submerged at all times. Once you have everything situated pour your mixed saltwater and plug everything in. Since we are dealing with water the ideal outlet has a GFI like one you would find in a bathroom or kitchen or a power strip with a GFI built in. Step 4: Install your Lights The Fusion 20 comes with two LED lights that easily attach. That's it. Step 5: Cycle your Tank Cycling your tank allows beneficial bacteria to multiply. We've included our Reef Saver rock in this kit, which is 100% free of nuisance algae and pest organisms, and greatly reduces the time it takes for your tank to cycle. Let the tank sit overnight and heat up. The next morning add the Bio-Spira, this will make your tank ready for your first fish. We recommend a hardy fish like a clownfish. Then give your tank a month stabilize with the lights off before adding anything new. Keeping the lights off will help reduce algae growth that are common with new tanks. As a general rule, it is wise to never more than double your fish load in a single month meaning next month add another fish and possibly two the month after. Step 6: Choose your Tank Inhabitants Choose fish that will help you be successful: clownfish, purple or red fire fish, shrimp and goby pairs, lawnmower or midas blennys or an orchid dotty back. Once the tank is stabilized around your fish population,you can add snails, crabs and shrimp. Nassarious and astria snails are popular as well as small hermits, emerald crabs, cleaner shrimp, peppermint shrimp and pistol shrimp. The LED lights that come with the aquarium are strong enough to keep some low light corals, as a beginner is also wise to select some that don't require much effort like soft or even some LPS corals. Zoanthids, mushrooms, ricordea, polyps, candy canes, duncan, torch and frog spawn. Step 7: Tank Maintenance It is wise to feed the fish only a small amount. Overfeeding can easily pollute the tank and cause algae growth. Due to evaporation, you will need to top off the tank with freshwater every couple of days. We recommend distilled or reverse osmosis water. Keeping the glass clean with a glass cleaner and performing a partial water change - say, 5 gallons every other week. Step 8: Enjoy Your New Saltwater Aquarium!

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http://brs.li/Nuvo_20 Starting a reef tank can be so exciting and a little daunting if you don't know where to begin. At Bulkreefsupply.com we make reefing fun and easy, so for those new to reefing we thought we would show you how to easily set up a 20 gallon saltwater aquarium and we created a kit with everything you need. Step 1: Setting up the Tank I’m going to use this new tank kit which includes a 20 gallon Nuvo tank from Innovative Marine but you could apply the information in this video to basically any similar sized tank, especially those in the Nuvo lines which are designed around making things easy for newer reefers and attractive at the same time. The tank is a sleek design, easily sets up and comes with LED lights, overflow and filtration columns on the back. Place the aquarium on a sturdy table or countertop. Adding the rock is completely up to personal preference but try to stack the rock so that it is a few inches away from the top and sides of the tank. Pour in your sand and evenly spread it around the rock and bottom of the tank. Step 2: Mixing Saltwater Mixing the salt water is easy. Rubbermaid Brute brand trash cans are the most common reef safe containers used to mix saltwater in. Just add the salt to the water and look through the included tool called a refractometer to measure the salinity. The scale inside measures salt in parts per thousand or specific gravity. More or less just dissolve the salt, add a few drops of water to the window, close, wait 20 seconds or so and look through the eye piece. It should read 35ppt or 1.026. Once you have the correct salinity use the included dechlorinator to make the water safe for the tank. Step 3: Get Familiar with the Back of the Tank While you are waiting for the salt to dissolve, take a moment to check all the tubing connections on the pump and get familiar with the back of the tank. This area in the back is used to house equipment like pumps, filters and heaters where they are out of the way. Go ahead and mount the heater, make sure it is placed fairly low so it will stay submerged at all times. Once you have everything situated pour your mixed saltwater and plug everything in. Since we are dealing with water the ideal outlet has a GFI like one you would find in a bathroom or kitchen or a power strip with a GFI built in. Step 4: Install your Lights The Fusion 20 comes with two LED lights that easily attach. That's it. Step 5: Cycle your Tank Cycling your tank allows beneficial bacteria to multiply. We've included our Reef Saver rock in this kit, which is 100% free of nuisance algae and pest organisms, and greatly reduces the time it takes for your tank to cycle. Let the tank sit overnight and heat up. The next morning add the Bio-Spira, this will make your tank ready for your first fish. We recommend a hardy fish like a clownfish. Then give your tank a month stabilize with the lights off before adding anything new. Keeping the lights off will help reduce algae growth that are common with new tanks. As a general rule, it is wise to never more than double your fish load in a single month meaning next month add another fish and possibly two the month after. Step 6: Choose your Tank Inhabitants Choose fish that will help you be successful: clownfish, purple or red fire fish, shrimp and goby pairs, lawnmower or midas blennys or an orchid dotty back. Once the tank is stabilized around your fish population,you can add snails, crabs and shrimp. Nassarious and astria snails are popular as well as small hermits, emerald crabs, cleaner shrimp, peppermint shrimp and pistol shrimp. The LED lights that come with the aquarium are strong enough to keep some low light corals, as a beginner is also wise to select some that don't require much effort like soft or even some LPS corals. Zoanthids, mushrooms, ricordea, polyps, candy canes, duncan, torch and frog spawn. Step 7: Tank Maintenance It is wise to feed the fish only a small amount. Overfeeding can easily pollute the tank and cause algae growth. Due to evaporation, you will need to top off the tank with freshwater every couple of days. We recommend distilled or reverse osmosis water. Keeping the glass clean with a glass cleaner and performing a partial water change - say, 5 gallons every other week. Step 8: Enjoy Your New Saltwater Aquarium!

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Luke Johnson Music
Luke Johnson Music - 6 years ago
Best cubicles ever. You can see all the Kessils sticking up from all the other desks.
m c
m c - 6 years ago
should we keep the lights on during the cycling the tank stage?
m c
m c - 6 years ago
Awsome .. Thank you! You guys are great
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 6 years ago
Many reefers opt to keep the lights off during that time, since there are typically elevated levels of nutrients and ammonia (which can fuel algae growth). Rather than provide a light source for algae to begin growing, you can leave the light off until the water parameters are in more acceptable ranges. :-) Test kits can really help you determine where you are in the tank cycle!
Carl Jasson Abo
Carl Jasson Abo - 6 years ago
Thanks man very informative. Quick question. By adding a tap water. Should i put water conditioner first on tap water before adding it to the tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 6 years ago
Tap water isn't highly recommended with a reef tank, as there is the potential to introduce much more contaminants than chlorine into the tank. Most reefers try to use RODI water or at least RO/Distilled water, which should carry less contaminants.
Check out this video from our 52 Weeks of Reefing series where Ryan details the benefits and importance of high quality water in a reef tank. :-) https://youtu.be/SMq-vk1mnZw
E. K
E. K - 6 years ago
damn every cubicle has a tank
Georgia Butler
Georgia Butler - 6 years ago
I want to get this kit but I live in Australia so I can’t. Does anyone know one that is the same that can be used in Australia?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 6 years ago
I wish we did. Hopefully some of your local reefers know! :-)
Isaiah Vincient
Isaiah Vincient - 7 years ago
Do you have to acclimate the fish in any way?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
It is best practice to acclimate fish before adding them into the tank. There’s quite a few opinions on how to do this and spending some time on the reef hobbyist forums like Reef2Reef.com and ReefCentral.com is a great way to learn even more tricks and tips! In this video we did for the 52 Weeks of Reefing, we document a few of them as well. :-). https://youtu.be/ZWHSTlJ05ek
Conrad Kurze
Conrad Kurze - 7 years ago
Can you apply the triton merthod to a nano tank? This is peobably a dumb question but does the size of the tank matter?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Sure, as long as you could implement a refugium with ample size and lighting you should easily be able to utilize the Triton method. Check out this video we did on how to implement the Triton method on your tank. https://youtu.be/RCXls09Wq0M
darthreven9999
darthreven9999 - 7 years ago
hey I have an existing 32 gallon tank with a fluval 405 canister filter. i want to convert it to a saltwater reeftank since my cichleds got an upgrade to a 50 gallon. would i be able to use that setup with the canister filter? is there such a thing as a protein skimmer that will hang on the back?
darthreven9999
darthreven9999 - 7 years ago
I appreciate the advice. I will look at the forums. I just figured I already had it and its an oversized filter for a tank over double the size I usually had the valve closed 3/4 to avoid stirring up the water too much and It would last for months like that before clogging at all. I will however invest in a good skimmer and do some more research before actually stocking the tank.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! In general, most reefers do not use a canister filter for filtration as they typically end up requiring much more maintenance in order to keep them from building up with nitrates and phosphates. In most cases skimmers and water changes seem to be the best approach at filtration, specifically for a tank that size. I highly recommend spending some time browsing the reef hobbyist forums like Reef2Reef.com or ReefCentral.com where you may find a bunch of reefers with the same size tank as you, and you can see what they are doing for filtration. There's definitely HOB options for skimmers, which you can find on our site at the link below! :-)
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/protein-skimmers/hang-on-skimmers.html
Justin Gayheart
Justin Gayheart - 7 years ago
so you are able to add your first fish after you put the bio-spira in?
Justin Gayheart
Justin Gayheart - 7 years ago
thank you :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Not necessarily. There's many points of view on this topic, but I'd say most commonly somewhere between 1"-2" is about average. :-)
Justin Gayheart
Justin Gayheart - 7 years ago
also, is there a a general rule of thumb for how much sand you put in the new tank?
Justin Gayheart
Justin Gayheart - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom Thank you!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The manufacturer does state that you can add fish immediately after adding, however it may be best practice to wait a day or so and double check that the ammonia levels with a test kit to ensure they have subsided before introducing the fish. :-)

10. comment for How to start a 20 gallon nano reef tank #fusion20 | Innovative Marine Nuvo 20

Jennifer Firenz
Jennifer Firenz - 7 years ago
Thank you for the tour.
Name Anonymous
Name Anonymous - 7 years ago
I love reefer.
Rob Ottaway
Rob Ottaway - 7 years ago
Your videos are great man
ktown bangz
ktown bangz - 7 years ago
Where’d you get the rocks?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The rocks in this tank came from our own warehouse! :-) https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/bulk-dry-live-rock-live-sand/dry-live-rock.html
Ben Jay
Ben Jay - 7 years ago
i just noticed how the tank next to you evolves as the video plays forward...
PrankThatGamer93
PrankThatGamer93 - 7 years ago
Can you please name all of the fish in the tank. As well as the coral
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Whew that's a tall order! Hopefully we can come back to this tank and fill out the inhabitants in the video description one day! :-)
James Dockery
James Dockery - 7 years ago
At 4:37, what is the type of coral in the tank’s left side (it’s branch with green protrusions)?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
That looks to be a green nepthea coral. :-)
snoochshepard
snoochshepard - 7 years ago
How often do you recommend vacuuming the substrate? Do you recommend vacuuming the whole tank at once or splitting up?
snoochshepard
snoochshepard - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom thanks so much for the reply! I’m new to reefing and have really enjoyed your videos.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Some reefers vacuum the sand every time they do a water change, while others only a few times each month or every couple of months. Even yet, some don't vacuum at all. It really comes down to there are various methods to reef keeping that are equally as effective and you should choose an approach that works best for you and your style of reefing. Maybe start with vacuuming with each water change and see how it goes from there. ;-)
DANIEL ESTRADA
DANIEL ESTRADA - 7 years ago
How many pound of rock was that
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
That was probably about 10-15 lbs of rock. :-)
Margaret Kamm
Margaret Kamm - 7 years ago
I know this is an older video, but do you recommend putting in a skimmer in the back as well?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
For smaller tanks like this, many times adding a skimmer isn't really necessary as the weekly water changes or other nutrient control methods are sufficient enough to keep nutrients at manageable levels. That said, adding a skimmer wouldn't harm anything and could help other methods, but it may not be an essential must-have piece of equipment. :-)

20. comment for How to start a 20 gallon nano reef tank #fusion20 | Innovative Marine Nuvo 20

huntersrest69
huntersrest69 - 7 years ago
If I wanted to upgrade the lights on this are there ones you would recommend? ( bear in mind I’m in the uk
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Check out these videos for spacing and intensity for those two lights, check out these videos we did on them! https://youtu.be/qxIuOEltq5E
https://youtu.be/6P9LCist-wY
huntersrest69
huntersrest69 - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom thanks we get both over here but i didn’t know if maybe I would need two for good spread?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Either the AI Primes or Kessil A360 would be a great choice! Unfortunately we do not know what light brands and types are available outside of the US to provide you a more specific recommendation for you. :-)
William O'Donnell
William O'Donnell - 7 years ago
Do you guys have a 30 gallon starter kit? and would I have to get a filter for a 30 gallon tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! We do have a 30gal Saltwater Kit and it should include a filter sock and a media rack for filtration. :-) https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/nuvo-fusion-30-gallon-saltwater-aquarium-kit.html
Kyle D
Kyle D - 7 years ago
Great video love the details
Clouder
Clouder - 7 years ago
Right now I keep freshwater tanks, but in the future when I have more room I hope to be able to keep some saltwater tanks . They are absolutely beautiful!!
smorc655
smorc655 - 7 years ago
How tough are orange spotted filefish if you're a diligent fishkeeper?
smorc655
smorc655 - 7 years ago
Thanks--I'm a freshwater keeper, but someday I'd like to do a semi-nano reef, and I'd love to keep an OSF as the centerpiece.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The hardest part is getting them to eat prepared foods (if they haven't already been trained). There is a chance that you could get some that are not used to eating frozen or dry food and it could take a lot of time and effort to get them used to it. Once they are on prepared food, it should be pretty easy from there! :-)
Angelo Rivera
Angelo Rivera - 7 years ago
I see some corals there, do they eat? or how to feed them? I'm afraid to start with a reef start due to some of the people I know and heard about that the coral died and polluted the tank. I mean how can I avoid this kind of stuff?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
This is a great reason to check out our 52 Weeks of Reefing series here on YouTube! We explain nearly everything you need to know about starting and maintaining a tank over the course of 52 Weeks! :-)


https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBaMLrfToJyybUT18OE3fMomFb9XU0ffC
PrankThatGamer93
PrankThatGamer93 - 7 years ago
What is the fish with the weird noes? And it's a baby blue with yellow
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
That is the Orange Spotted Filefish. :-) Oxymonacanthus longirostris
Emily Joy
Emily Joy - 7 years ago
Can you keep corals and anemones together in the same tank?
Emily Joy
Emily Joy - 7 years ago
Great!! Thank you so much! I'll definitely check out those forums! :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
There may be a few specific ones out there, but sometimes it can be hit or miss. I would recommend browsing the reef hobbyist forums like Reef2Reef.com and ReefCentral.com, where there are anemone specific forums as well as thousands of fellow reefers who may have been keeping these for quite some time! :-)
Emily Joy
Emily Joy - 7 years ago
What Anemone types are best suited to a co-coral tank with the least amount of movement?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Sure thing! Although, some anemones like to travel around until they get happy and while doing so they can sting some corals.
Mijo Tito
Mijo Tito - 7 years ago
deja vu
Monica Taylor
Monica Taylor - 7 years ago
do nano tanks not need a protein skimmer?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Not necessarily. The nutrient reduction from water changes is typically very effective as compared to the cost/labor/effectiveness of ONLY water changes on a 100gal tank! :-)

30. comment for How to start a 20 gallon nano reef tank #fusion20 | Innovative Marine Nuvo 20

Ashley Harvey
Ashley Harvey - 7 years ago
nice vid, defs helped. was given a tank from a mate and want to start my reef setup soon
Sam McKee
Sam McKee - 7 years ago
What is the name of the fish with the brown spots at 6:30? Thanks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
That is a Blotched Anthias (Odontanthias borbonius)  :-)
Jerome Stanislaus
Jerome Stanislaus - 7 years ago
Hi BRF, Sorry to post it here. I bought a frogspawn coral and it was doing good for 3 weeks. One day, I tried to use Kalkwasser to kill aiptasia in my tank but it screwed up. The frogspawn has shrunk completely. I dont see any tentacles but I can see tiny florescent green inside the head. Is it completely dead or there is some chance for it to recover?
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
ok lets say my tank has been up and running for a couple of months and i dont like the dry rock can i switch it out with live rock?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Sure! :-)
Tristan Rogers
Tristan Rogers - 7 years ago
6:41 What is the name of that fish?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! That is an Orangespotted Filefish. :-) It is recommended to house them in 20+ gallon tanks and their care level is mostly characterized as "expert level", as they are pretty sensitive fish to unstable environments.
Nick Hiebsch
Nick Hiebsch - 7 years ago
I am very new to this, its just in idea form currently. But I'm curious about something. I live close to the gulf of mexico, and I'm curious if I could just harvest some ocean water from there, strain it out, and use that water as a tank starter rather than adding specialty salt to fresh water to achieve the same goal.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Here's a video we did on that exact topic that may help! https://youtu.be/IEnEaDxAOVI
E Rivera
E Rivera - 7 years ago
wtf they are sold out lol
E Rivera
E Rivera - 7 years ago
lol, no prob! thanks! I took a look at a few things, i may get a larger one - just watching the vid series you have.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Yah, we are making some changes to the accessories that come with the kits and will have them back in stock in no time! :-)
????? ???
????? ??? - 7 years ago
How long should you wait to add the first fish once the bio spira and all of that is already in the tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The label instructions state nearly immediately after adding, but I personally like to wait about a few days to give the bacteria a chance to gain a foot on populating the surfaces of the substrate and rock! :-)
BranFlakesR1337
BranFlakesR1337 - 7 years ago
should I add the packet that comes with the live sand as well as the liquid bacteria bottle?
ALEX R.
ALEX R. - 7 years ago
I have a 20 gallon reef tank with a clownfish pair, a (docile) Six Line wrasse, and a Cleaner shrimp. Do you think I should stop there or would I be able to add a Watchman Goby?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hmmm.. Personally, I know I have high standards for weekly maintenance and nutrient control so I wouldn't hesitate to add one more fish in. I would say that with a good schedule and good water quality, you should be fine. :-)
Ethan Muir
Ethan Muir - 7 years ago
I am buying a tank off a previous owner and they are keeping the live rock in freshwater. Would it still be ok to use this liverock?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hmmm.. There may be some bacterial strains that can survive from freshwater to saltwater, but exactly what strains those are is too difficult to predict. I would recommend turning the storage water into saltwater and letting it sit in warm, circulation for another few weeks. :-)
Thomas Salter
Thomas Salter - 7 years ago
I live in Australia is there anywhere I could get a similar kit to this?
Christopher Chiusa
Christopher Chiusa - 7 years ago
Any idea when the 20 gal tank will be back in stock?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! We are working on a couple of changes for the starter kits, so hopefully they will be back in stock very shortly! :-)
Cod God
Cod God - 7 years ago
4:49 poor patrick
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Chad feeds these shrimp a starfish once each week. :-)
Alejandro Martinez
Alejandro Martinez - 7 years ago
how often do would you feed Harlequin Shrimp starfish?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Awww, but happy and healthy Harlequin shrimp! :-)
a c
a c - 7 years ago
How much time was needed to cycle after you added the bacteria and live sand?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Typically after adding a source of denitrifying bacteria you can add fish shortly after, but I personally don't add a fish until I see zero ammonia in a water test. That could be as short as a few days or as long as a few weeks. But an ammonia test kit is a great tool to know for sure! :-)
Wessel Verloop
Wessel Verloop - 7 years ago
Hi and i was wondering if you could turn a 142 liter aquarium in a saltwater aquarium.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Yep, absolutely! :-)
My Opinion
My Opinion - 7 years ago
Can a regular 50 gallon glass tank be turned into a saltwater tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Absolutely ! :-)
Jordan Tate
Jordan Tate - 7 years ago
Is it okay to add a undertank filter just because?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Are you thinking of an undergravel style filter or a sump under the tank?
Cichlid TV
Cichlid TV - 7 years ago
How many cleaner shrimp can I have in a 20 gallon tank with a pair of clownfish? Should I only keep one?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
I think one is just fine! Two might be a bit much as far as territory goes for them. :-)
jonathan kritikos
jonathan kritikos - 7 years ago
uhm does this guy have a script or somthing cause he said the exact same thing word for word on the 16 gal nano vid
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hmm.. Now I have to go check it out. :-P

50. comment for How to start a 20 gallon nano reef tank #fusion20 | Innovative Marine Nuvo 20

JellyBro 77
JellyBro 77 - 7 years ago
What kind of rock is that in the tank you made in this video?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
For this video and tank, we used the Reef Saver rock! ;-)
Jaime Fardonk
Jaime Fardonk - 7 years ago
I love this video
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Sydney Heim
Sydney Heim - 7 years ago
aw those shrimp we're gonna eat the poor starfish
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Harlequin shrimp are so cool! :-)
Yasser Al-Ali
Yasser Al-Ali - 7 years ago
I have an algae out break on my tank (it is similar to the tank in the video) and I don't know how to stop it
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Here, this video may help! :-) https://youtu.be/9zft6lJraRg
Blobthesniper
Blobthesniper - 7 years ago
Can you keep a shrimp and goby pair in a 20 gallon
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Sure thing! Brian's tank here in the office is a 14gal and has a pistol shrimp and goby pair! ;-)
Alore Of Ironforge
Alore Of Ironforge - 7 years ago
I am seriously debating on getting this for my first ever reef tank. Will it be necessary to upgrade or buy additional part for this tank or can i run a nice reef tank without the need of buying additional accessories? Also would doing water changes every other week be fine or should i do them weekly? and last question will i need to do calcium and alkalinity dosing to make sure i have a successful tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
+Alore Of Ironforge Hey there! These kits include pretty much everything you would need! There's not much more you would need other than reoccurring things like salt. Water quality is absolutely key for keeping a happy and healthy tank, so you may want to find a source of RODI water or get a water filtration unit to make your own RODI.
Alore Of Ironforge
Alore Of Ironforge - 7 years ago
Also how long do you wait after the tank is set up and you add in the biospira before you add the clownfish?
Urfur
Urfur - 7 years ago
so my nuvo cam with filter sock instead. i do not plan on using them. can i simply place my filter media bags into the back? thx
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
+Urfur Sure, you can use media bags, filter socks, and the media racks! :-)
Adrian's Pets
Adrian's Pets - 7 years ago
not all these steps seem necessary
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
There's definitely alternative ways to get started! :-) This approach works best for many reefers. :-)
Its.Carso n.
Its.Carso n. - 7 years ago
What websites do you recommend to find corals and fish that can be shipped
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
+Its.Carso n. We've ordered corals from several online vendors like WWC, Unique Corals, Battle Corals, Austin Aqua Farms, and others. :-). We typically get fish from some wholesale distributors, but I would highly recommend browsing the reef hobbyist forums like Reef2Reef.com and ReefCentral.com for some solid recommendations from the thousands of other hobbyists. :)
Wyatt'sAnimals
Wyatt'sAnimals - 7 years ago
What kind of power head(s) would you recommend for a 75 gallon aquarium?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
I really like the EcoTech MP40s! You can dial them down and should you upgrade tanks down the road, they will work just as well! :-)
me 90s
me 90s - 7 years ago
So do you ever add an actual filter ?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
There are included filter socks with these tanks and media baskets available! :-)
WoLfGlam
WoLfGlam - 7 years ago
I have a question I have 14g tank and I have a filter that has a strong power head pump that pups out water is it enough to make movement in the water or do I still need a wave maker
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Many nano tanks are successful without any additional flow, outside of the return pump! I would check out other small tanks on the reef hobbyist forums and see what others with tanks your size are doing for flow. I wouldn't be surprised if many of them don't have additional wavemakers. :-)
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 7 years ago
Im getting this tank i would like to know if I could keep a clownfish pair 1 purple firefish one clown goby and a lawnmower blenny and for cleaner 2 Astoures snails 2 blue leg hermints and a shrimp and goby pair
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Awesome ! :-)
Garry Oldham
Garry Oldham - 7 years ago
New sub here, great video for the newbie looking to get into the hobby. Question, so you don't need a filter for this setup? I rewatched the video thinking I missed it but from what I understand is that because of the beneficial bacteria you don't need a filter. Is that correct or would you have to set one up once you populate the tank with fish ,coral, anemones etc..
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Thanks for subscribing, Garry! These type of tanks are called "All-In-One" tanks. They have segregated chambers in the back of them. Water is pumped from the back, into the front; then it drains back into the back. This creates a revolving water flow from the front, through the chambers, and back to the front. All of the filtration equipment, heaters and return pumps are put in the back chambers, so it is like having a sump! :-)
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
are the back chambers supposed to be filled with water
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Yep, absolutely. That way the water can get to the filters and the heater in the back.
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
My poump is really loud is it suppposed to be this loud or what should i do do make ot not as loud
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
could I Send you a video about it
?
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I set up the tank a day ago and I knew nothing about it I have not contacted and I did get it from the kit. It is working but just noisy
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Oh no! Do you have this same tank and the pump is loud? Have you contacted the manufacturer of your pump? :-)
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
Pump*
Dillon Vaughan
Dillon Vaughan - 7 years ago
1.5 second disclaimer
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
But the good stuff is in the bottom of the description!
MidwestReefer
MidwestReefer - 7 years ago
what heater was that in the video?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
That is a Finnex HPS like the ones in the link below! :-)
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/finnex-hps-digital-submersible-heater.html
Marcus
Marcus - 7 years ago
What is the name of the fish that is at 6:40 pecking at the rock that is yellow and baby blue? Would 1 of these with 2 Banggai Cardinal fish do fine in a 13 gallon Fluval Evo? ~Thank you.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! That is an Orangespotted Filefish. :-) It is recommended to house them in 20+ gallon tanks and their care level is mostly characterized as "expert level", as they are pretty sensitive fish to unstable environments.
Jaime Ramos
Jaime Ramos - 7 years ago
Do you need to cure the rock first?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Curing is a good habit to get into when setting up a new tank. Curing will provide you with less worry as it relates to dried up organics on the rock breaking down and causing issues with nitrates/phosphates, as well as jump start the beneficial bacterial colonies on the rock, prior to putting it into the tank. :-)
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
what type of coral are in here?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
There are quite a few in here, including a finger leather!
WaffleCopterGAMES
WaffleCopterGAMES - 7 years ago
In my first tank experience I starte a 20 long and added both live sand and live rock aswell as some BB and had the tank fully cycled in less than a week. Is this common or did I get a lucky combination?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
If you used live sand and live rock, both of which would have had live colonies of beneficial bacteria within their pores, then it wouldn't be uncommon to see a shortened cycle period. If your sand and rock were dry (not previously in a tank and dried out), then there would be no "starter" bacterial colony and you would expect a normal 3-5week cycle. :-)
rachid bencherif
rachid bencherif - 7 years ago
I want to have coral reefs, but we do not sell them. Thank you very much
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Thanks for watching!
Poppu
Poppu - 7 years ago
How much salt do I put in the water for the water change? The same salinity as the original water
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Yep, you nailed it! If you remove 5gal of saltwater that is at 1.026, then you should replace it with 5gal of freshly mixed water that is also at 1.026. :-)
William Tzavaras
William Tzavaras - 7 years ago
I'm curious about starting a saltwater tank and I have a question for you. I know that the aquarium has to be topped off with freshwater every couple of days because the salinity levels in the rank will rise because the salt does not evaporate with the water. On a water change, however. If I use a gravel vacuum to siphon water and detritus out of my tank, how do I measure out the correct amount of saltwater in the bucket that will compliment the salinity levels in the tank to compliment at each other and be correct at the right levels?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Awesome question! Removing water during a water change doesn't effect salinity, since you are removing saltwater. Unlike evaporation where you lose freshwater, but the salt stays. In that case, to replenish the water change water, all you need to do is mix your new saltwater to the same salinity (salt concentration) as the water still in the tank. :-)
blank3d
blank3d - 7 years ago
Just started my first SW. Same setup as here except I bought my kit from LFS. I have live sand, dry rock and nutri-seawater. I added three snails about four days after tank setup in hopes of speeding things up. I am also using microbacter7. Did I add my snails to soon or will the cycle and the snails be ok?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
They may be ok, but typically I don't add anything alive until at least the ammonia spike is done. Many creatures, inverts included, are fairly sensitive to elevated parameters like ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. :-)
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
When you out the bio spira on the first day how long do you wait until you put a fish in?9
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
On the safe side, I do like to test my ammonia before adding any fish. As long as the ammonia is near or at zero, fish should be fine. :-)
Harrison Adler
Harrison Adler - 7 years ago
Besides the things included, is there anything else I should get? do I need an ro system and/or skimmer for the nuvo 30? thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! An RODI unit is probably the first thing I would get after this complete kit system, because water quality is fairly key in this hobby. ;-)
Samuel Rodriguez
Samuel Rodriguez - 7 years ago
should I top off my fresh water fish tank with water from the store?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hmmm....
Colton TerHaar
Colton TerHaar - 7 years ago
Really want to buy the kit as my first tank ever but I'm worry's about hidden costs and what else I may need
Colton TerHaar
Colton TerHaar - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom Would you recommend buying a 75 gallon tank of of Craigslist?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The full kit does include nearly everything you need except water and fish. Down the road, it can become just a maintenance cost of water, salt, food, and replacement equipment; all of which can be relative to the user specifically. If you haven't already, I would recommend browsing through people's build threads on the reef hobbyist forums like Reef2Reef.com or ReefCentral.com. There you can see thousands of other people's builds and maybe ask them what their continued cost is to maintain. ;-)
TheGrowShow420
TheGrowShow420 - 7 years ago
I just ordered this because I setup a stand but a tank I bought somewhere else came busted...BRS is great, I'm hoping they read my order details, they usually are great with that. I just asked to double or triple box it with great packaging.
TheGrowShow420
TheGrowShow420 - 7 years ago
They called me 15 minutes ago ensuring me they'd pack it extra well. BRS, you've done it again! Thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
We will absolutely do our best to get this to you in one piece! If there are any issues at all, be sure to reach out to our CS Team right away. I know, without a doubt, they will get you taken care of immediately!
Sydney Heim
Sydney Heim - 7 years ago
I had 2 clowns swim through the slits and get killed by the pump :(
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Oh no!
Dubsy Dabster
Dubsy Dabster - 7 years ago
My reef shop guy says you can't use store bought water to refill but a lot of videos say otherwise. My grocery store has reverse osmosis water with minerals added for "flavor." Would you still recommend this? There is also a RO water with minerals and 8.8 pH. I was thinking maybe I could use that to raise my pH in the tank. However. I have two LFS will RODI water. Any suggestions? I'm trying to start an ich free system with as little pests as I possibly can. Love all the videos and help.
Dubsy Dabster
Dubsy Dabster - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom Thank you BRS team!!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! Although you could use RO water from the store, the biggest concern is the remaining TDS from not going through De-Ionization (DI) resin. The purpose for RODI water is to create 0-TDS water that lessens the chance of your water causing situations like nuisance algae or poor water conditions. Without knowing the exact minerals and their concentration within RO-only water, you could potentially be playing roulette with your tank.
Andrew Politsky
Andrew Politsky - 7 years ago
Im confused. Do you need a filter? In other videos people use a filter. Are u saying that the bacteria filters the tank itself
Andrew Politsky
Andrew Politsky - 7 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Awesome! Thank you so much for the tip! Gonna start a 20g this summer. Slowly getting the materials haha
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The beneficial bacteria act as a filter of ammonia (which can be lethal to fish), and converts them to nitrates which is more tolerable. These bacteria live on the surfaces of the substrate (sand) and within the pores of the live rock. Additional filtration can be utilized to remove phosphates (introduced by food) and those nitrates from the beneficial bacteria. The main reason for removing those nutrients and dissolved organics is because they fuel algae growth. For smaller tanks, like 40gal and below, weekly water changes of 20-40% can typically reduce nutrients to a point that they do not cause algae growth. :-)
Logan Reynolds
Logan Reynolds - 7 years ago
Hi I'm getting this package tomorrow and I just want to know how long to cycle it and when to add bio spira. Please respond
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Hey there! Congrats on the new setup! Typically a tank cycle tanks anywhere from 4-6wks. I usually let the tank run for about a week before adding a product like BioSpira. That allows some ammonia levels to build up which serve as food for the bacteria within those products. Here is a video we did on BioSpira-like products that may help. ;-) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5QUjCbYBTM
DADDY RICEBALL
DADDY RICEBALL - 7 years ago
Can you just put dry live rock in or do you have to do all the curing and stuff?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
You can put dry rock in the tank during the cycle, but you need to be aware of the type of rock being used. Some rock like Pukani and Fiji are harvested directly from the ocean and still have dried organics on them. These organics will break down a cause increased nutrient levels in the tank, which can lead to algae growth. Check out these videos we did on rock, that break down this process a bit further. :-)


https://youtu.be/TDssr7HkmwY

https://youtu.be/weuOniZN2Jo
alex king
alex king - 7 years ago
IS THEIR A LID ? or no
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Not a lid, but there is a screen top!
dragoboy1794
dragoboy1794 - 7 years ago
shouldnt their be a lid cause i though some fish might jump out like i know the fireflys tend to do that sometimes
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
There is a screen top that he has made for that exact purpose! ;-)
Jamie Gill
Jamie Gill - 7 years ago
Do you have to use distilled water when mixing in the salt or can you use tap water?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
It is actually most recommended to use RODI water for saltwater tanks, including mixing new saltwater. Check out this video we did about water choices and what it means to your tank! ;-) https://youtu.be/SMq-vk1mnZw
Logan Reynolds
Logan Reynolds - 7 years ago
Hi what do you need to add bacteria to the water during water change. Is it just water with salt mix?? Please respond I'm curious
Logan Reynolds
Logan Reynolds - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom one more quick question. How long after adding water should I wait before adding bio-spira and then a fish. And how long do I let the tank cycle before adding the bio-spira
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
You don't need to add bacteria during a water change. The majority of a beneficial bacterial colony lives on/in the surfaces of your substrate and rock. Should any of these bacteria be floating in the water column during your water change, the actual amount you could be removing has nearly no impact to the entire colony throughout the tank. That being said, there is no reason to try and replenish those potentially lost bacteria. :-)
Korean Reefer
Korean Reefer - 7 years ago
Whats the name of the fish with orange dots and pointy mouth. Thanks
Korean Reefer
Korean Reefer - 7 years ago
thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Those are Orange Spotted Filefish (Oxymonacanthus longirostris)
SpeedinCelica
SpeedinCelica - 7 years ago
this guy's great.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Thanks!
Koa3k
Koa3k - 7 years ago
How long is the cycle with the bio-spra (no fish)
Koa3k
Koa3k - 7 years ago
:O
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Great question! We will actually find out soon enough, as it is a test that will be featured on our BRStv Investigates series!
Christian R
Christian R - 7 years ago
I'm thinking I'm going to get the 10 gallon version of this. The skkye lights that come with this tank are good enough for most corals? I really like the design of the light opposed to putting a kessil on a tank like this. Also what is the name of that large green coral?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
For most soft corals and LPS, but may have a hard time with some SPS. If you wanted to try some higher light demand corals, I would recommend upgrading the light. That coral looks to be a green nepthea leather.
Wyatt'sAnimals
Wyatt'sAnimals - 7 years ago
What is the fish that's blue with orange stripes/dots and a long nose?
Wyatt'sAnimals
Wyatt'sAnimals - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
That is Chad's (Customer Service Rep) Orange Spotted Filefish!
Blake Sommi
Blake Sommi - 7 years ago
What is the fish at 0:27?
Blake Sommi
Blake Sommi - 7 years ago
Thanks, what a beautiful fish!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Those are Orange Spot Filefish (Oxymonacanthus longirostris) :-)
Neill Jansen van Vuuren
Neill Jansen van Vuuren - 7 years ago
Hi, I just set-up my new nano reed about 2 weeks ago, I was just doing some tests and saw my Nitrites was 0.2, Ammonia was around 5, Nitrates was 20 and PH8.0, is this normal (according to my reading this is not normal part of the Nitrite Cycle) do you have any advice on getting this sorted??? Please Help!!
Isaac Persky
Isaac Persky - 7 years ago
My tank is bland and only has one coral one clown and one anemone, what are some good corals to add to make my tank look like a cool colorful tank
Ricky Romero
Ricky Romero - 7 years ago
I'm looking into setting up a salt water aquarium. I've never had fish before. Is a 50 gallon tank to much to start out with? I want a decent size tank but it's an overload for a real beginner I rather just stick with a 20 gallon.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Many reefers get their feet wet with a tank around 40 gallons, so a 50 gallon tank would be a great start! Starting with a tank in that range not only benefits you with a larger area for dramatic aquascaping, but also with a decent amount of water volume that can help dilute some common water quality problems.
Pauline Cowell
Pauline Cowell - 7 years ago
hi;could someone help me ;set up a 105 biorb/who has done it before?I have brought marine service kit; in fact 7 of them ; could someone help me who has set up a 105 biorb tanks? biorb were no help;they said phone a local fish shop". I did /when I told him the type of tank; he nearly had a heart attack. please someone help? pauline

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iGizmo
iGizmo - 7 years ago
Almost 100000 subscribers
lukemn29
lukemn29 - 7 years ago
Would I be able to use live rock during the cycling process, or is this not recommended?
Will Schatz
Will Schatz - 7 years ago
I have a question I am starting a 75 gallon reef tank and I am new to reefs what light should I get?
quack star
quack star - 7 years ago
hey I bought a 37 gallon custom made tank. it's 48 × 14× 13 . I already got it cycling with around 25 pounds of rock 15 fry and 10 live and sand. most videos I watch ppl are saying that anything smaller then 55 is a bad idea for a beginner. should I be worried
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 7 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Is it possible to cycle the tank without using the Bio-Spira?
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 7 years ago
+Ian Ruck Thanks for the reply Ian. Appreciate it.. I heard that adding live rock will cycle the tank too
Ian Ruck
Ian Ruck - 7 years ago
Stanley Nicholas yes just leave it for a month to cycle naturally. Their is live bacteria in the live sand that will start it off
sdq sdq
sdq sdq - 7 years ago
you forgotten to mention a key element ,which is the temperature required?
Manny Gardner
Manny Gardner - 7 years ago
I noticed in the video there was green star polyps pretty close to a duncan. how do you guys control other corals from tanking over other corals and possibly the whole tank?
Desmond Low
Desmond Low - 7 years ago
Bad bad bad. Nano tanks is extremely difficult to care for because there is very little room for error. Just a piece of uneaten food can pollute the whole nano tank. Whereas for big tanks, a piece of uneaten food cant do as much damage because of larger water volume.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Nano tanks can be trickier to maintain since there is simply less room for error/the dilution factor. That being said, a 20 gallon is a good fit for a beginner in my opinion, and touches on the best of both worlds.
ahmed khalid
ahmed khalid - 7 years ago
Hi can the salt water decoration can be on fresh water tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The rock and sand is made from carbonate, so if you plan on keeping fish that like acidic water it won't work because the rock will buffer the water to a basic pH. Honestly I would just avoid it unless you are keeping african cichlids.
jesse florian
jesse florian - 7 years ago
What are the shrimp at 4:50
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Those are Harlequin Shrimp. Very difficult critters to keep since they only eat starfish.
Alejandro Jacobo
Alejandro Jacobo - 7 years ago
Is that a 20 gallon in the video?kinda looks like a 10.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Yup! 20 gallon nano fusion from Innovate Marine
Greg Dinert
Greg Dinert - 7 years ago
do you use tap water?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
In this video we did to illustrate that you don't need to use RO/DI if your tap water isn't dangerous. Now, I wouldn't recommend using tap water, but for someone getting their feet wet it is an option. I would recommend either purchasing RO/DI by the gallon at a local fish store, or purchasing an RO/DI system. Using RO/DI will take the guesswork out of a lot of things and make life simpler :)
Duilio Biccari
Duilio Biccari - 7 years ago
Some mistake. Sponge and biological filter. Adding water...to fast. Too much fishes
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
It was setup over the course of a month :)
A E S T H E T I C
A E S T H E T I C - 7 years ago
When you add bio spira do you add the clownfish or snail?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The 100ml bottle will do 30 gallons, so you'd be around a third of the bottle. You can always add more though when it comes to this.
A E S T H E T I C
A E S T H E T I C - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom how much bio spira are you supposed to add to a 13.5 gallon
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
The directions on the Biospira say to add a fish within 24 hours to help feed the bacteria. :)
nikko2thep
nikko2thep - 7 years ago
I have a 20 long with live rock and a Tomato Clown. It's been running for two weeks now, everything good so far. When's a good time to start doing water changes?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Yup, it is very similar! Test for ammonia and nitrite and nitrate. Once you don't see any more ammonia and nitrite and only see nitrate then your cycle is complete.
nikko2thep
nikko2thep - 7 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Awesome. How do I know when the cycle is over? Should I be testing the water frequently? I've kept freshwater tanks for years, is it the same procedure?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
No problem at all, it's what I'm here for. Fire away!
nikko2thep
nikko2thep - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom Thanks for the advice! I had no idea you'd reply so quickly. I have more questions, but I don't want to fill up the entire comment section. Lol
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Awesome! Generally I keep my lighting off or subdued until I add my first corals. Otherwise you might just end up with algae feeding off of the nutrients left over from your tank cycle.
nikko2thep
nikko2thep - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom Great. I performed a water change a couple days ago. Should I worry about lighting at all? I keep them off most of the time. Thanks for your advice.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
Awesome! I would probably recommend doing one now if you haven't done one immediately after the cycle. On a 20 gallon tank I would probably do them weekly or biweekly since they are relatively quick and easy to do.
Matt C2083
Matt C2083 - 7 years ago
I'm about to buy this $600 kit! However, when you do a water change, how do you figure out how much salt to dissolve in the new water? If I replace 5 gallons of water, do I dissolve 1.026 worth of salt in the new water? Will that cause the water already in the tank to spike?

Second, I noticed in the video that you put the non-live sand in first. Later at the 3:30 point, you add the live sand to a bare bottom. Do you add live sand first to the bottom of the tank, then put other sand on top of the live sand?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 7 years ago
You've got it, simply mix the salt, test, and repeat until you are at 1.026. The salt won't raise the levels in the tank since they are equal levels. If the mixed salt is at 1.028 for example you might see a small raise. The sand thing is just a mistake on our part during editing. It's a single bag :)
Charles Ambrose
Charles Ambrose - 8 years ago
Can I get the kit without the tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Unfortunately not. But all the pieces can be ordered individually. Give us a call at 763.432.9691 and we will do our best to help :)
Marco lph
Marco lph - 8 years ago
I have a 14inch square tank.i have a heater,protein skimmer,back filtartion and led light. Is that all i need to set the tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Yup! Simply blowing air over the surface of the water with a fan will cool it down a few degrees.
Marco lph
Marco lph - 8 years ago
Is there any cheap method to reduce the temperature in summer?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Sounds like a great start! You might want to look into a small powerhead and of course rock!
Joel Simon
Joel Simon - 8 years ago
My first 20 gallon nano is just about done cycling, and I bought just one powerhead that circulates 800g per hour, and I'm not sure the best location/flow positioning to set it at...any advice?
Joel Simon
Joel Simon - 8 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom Alright, Thank you very much for the advice BRS! :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It depends on your rockwork, and the spread of the powerhead. If you see detritus collecting somewhere, it's likely a dead spot and might require adjusting the powerhead angle.
Joel Simon
Joel Simon - 8 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom I'd like to have mainly LPS...and a few SPS closer to the tank surface. Would directing the flow to the surface allow any dead zones near the bottom, or should I not be too worried about that?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It depends, what type of corals are you keeping? Aiming it somewhat towards the surface will lessen the harshness of the flow, and increase gas exchange.
Disney Dess
Disney Dess - 8 years ago
How can you make the corals stay
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It sounds crazy, but super glue is your best bet.
Cortez Loera
Cortez Loera - 8 years ago
great presentation.
Gazi Sahil
Gazi Sahil - 8 years ago
I just want 2 clowns.. a firefish.. a psudochromis.. a goby maybe with a shrimp and six line wrasse.. cause fairy wrasse change to females if kept alone and six line wrasse both male female maybe the same..

so what size tank would be best ??

and how can I make it affordable for me?

I know I have named more than 6 fishes in one tank.

just tell me what dimensions or gallons I should go for I am limit to my budget.

and are these fish compatible?

I have kept.. 2 clowns.. firefish.. Mccowsker wrasse together in 20+ gallon before.

the clowns used to fight and both of them were same size.
scrom29
scrom29 - 8 years ago
Orchid dottybacks are great fish. They are inquisitive little guys. I had one for a few years. A great addition to most tanks imo.
Dennis Younger
Dennis Younger - 8 years ago
To get the chlorine out ? WAHT? You should be using r/o water. You know better than that.
Dennis Younger
Dennis Younger - 7 years ago
It is fine right from grocery store machine. I use a total disolved solids meter and it is always less than 50 ppm so I am fine with that. Right now I pay .37 cents for a gallon. My jugs. A pain to haul in and out but my tank is only 20 gallons. If you had a bigger tank I suggest getting your own r/o filter
Dennis Younger
Dennis Younger - 7 years ago
That is what I use. thirty seven cents a gallon at WalMart.
Christopher Schmitthausler
Christopher Schmitthausler - 7 years ago
good thing for science chemistry!
Dennis Younger
Dennis Younger - 8 years ago
Not daunting... walmart sells refills of r/o for only 37 cent a gallon. Of course if you have a large tank it would be a challenge lol
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
RO/DI is absolutely the best starting point, however as a beginner it can be daunting, so we include chlorine neutralizer in this kit for people to get their feet wet :)
shiva kumar
shiva kumar - 8 years ago
i am using dry rock and dry sand,how much time it takes to cycle.please answer
shiva kumar
shiva kumar - 8 years ago
thank u
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It depends on how much dead organic material is in the rock. In most cases I would say 4-6 weeks.
Fadhilah Naufal
Fadhilah Naufal - 8 years ago
I just have a 20 gallon saltwater tank now it's on the cycling process so i'll waited for 2-3 weeks for a fish but I live in Indonesia in the city of Bogor here is a tropical place so it rains a lot the temperature is quite hot and humid I put on the thermometer in the aquarium and the water temperature in is 28 degrees celsius or 82 degrees ferenheit and isn't that reef aquarium supposed to be 23 degrees celsius or 82 degrees ferenheit but my fish store that i used to buy fish is located in Jakarta and is more hotter there than Bogor and the fish do just fine and the guys from the fish store said that is okay but I'm still worried so I want to ask is the temperature in my aquarium is okay for saltwater fish?because my previous experience is freshwater aquarium and it's a success and I also want to be success at saltwater aquarium hobby
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Interesting point. Here in the States we try to keep our critters around 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Have you tried to point a fan to blow across the surface of the aquarium? Usually you can drop the temp a few degrees or more by doing so.
Liam Ackermann
Liam Ackermann - 8 years ago
Is this kit suitable for a reasonably stocked tank with soft coral, fish , cleanup crew ect or would it be necessary to add a protein skimmer, media reactor or any other equipment to maintain all this life?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
This tank is pretty much turn key. We have more than a few of these kits set up around the office.
kevin beadle
kevin beadle - 8 years ago
600 bucks? damn my 30 gallon sps tank only ran 300
Kamron Morales
Kamron Morales - 8 years ago
Is the hydor wave maker for the inside of the tank or to mix the salt into water?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It could be either depending on what you plan on keeping in the tank. In most cases, I would reserve it for mixing new saltwater. If you plan on keeping more organism that require higher flow, then you might find use of the pump in the tank.
Mechan-Mania
Mechan-Mania - 8 years ago
How many fish are in this tank? What types? Is everything included that you will need (besides water and organisms) in the 20 gallon kit?
Jeramiah Green
Jeramiah Green - 8 years ago
Do a video on how it is doing bow
Jeramiah Green
Jeramiah Green - 8 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom ol thank you
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Honestly, the filter chamber in the back is more than adequate. If I was to add something, I might consider a reactor for carbon/gfo, or a nano skimmer.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
We have a new series coming soon that will highlight just that. :)
Jeramiah Green
Jeramiah Green - 8 years ago
Also if we were to get a filter what type of filter would you recommend?
Jeramiah Green
Jeramiah Green - 8 years ago
Now
Isaac
Isaac - 8 years ago
Could you fit a yellow tang in this
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Unfortunately not in a tank this size. At the minimum I would recommend about 75 gallons for an adult.
Liam Ackermann
Liam Ackermann - 8 years ago
how many fish could i keep in this aquarium? i want to keep nano species like fire fish, gobies, small basslets or clownfish.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
I'd say 4 would be a good number, but it will vary based on your maintenance habits.
noah shaw
noah shaw - 8 years ago
What were tjose cool things pulling the starfish
noah shaw
noah shaw - 8 years ago
cool very interesting
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Those are Harlequin Shrimp. They solely eat starfish, so they can be difficult to keep.
RooDiy Fly
RooDiy Fly - 8 years ago
Is it protein skimmer in that tank ?
RooDiy Fly
RooDiy Fly - 8 years ago
Is it protein skimmer in that tank ?
FreshwaterPro Abrar
FreshwaterPro Abrar - 8 years ago
Protein skimmers are good to keep right
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Protein Skimmers are certainly advantageous, but on a nano tank like these they aren't a necessity to have a successful tank.
Gumboy42
Gumboy42 - 8 years ago
Is there a sixteen gallon version of the complete kit?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
The old version of the kit was a 16 gallon, but it has been discontinued.
Alaura Ann
Alaura Ann - 8 years ago
why do you have a orange spotted filefish wouldent it eat or corals
Joshua Vega
Joshua Vega - 8 years ago
So I don't need a filter for my 50 gallon tank?
disabled memes
disabled memes - 8 years ago
can you list the things you need even if you buy the kit? also do you have to buy the 2 pumps in the back?
JJ Aquariums
JJ Aquariums - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom lol I know my stuff
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
JJ nailed it :)
JJ Aquariums
JJ Aquariums - 8 years ago
this kits comes with everything even the rock and sand.. the only thing you really need is the water, fish, and corals if your gonna have them
Matthew Santos
Matthew Santos - 8 years ago
You don't need a calcium reactor for this tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Nope! Generally on most smaller tanks weekly water changes are enough to maintain your calcium and alkalinity.
Jayden Cool
Jayden Cool - 8 years ago
Is it a good price? It seems expensive
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It will vary depending on the salt mix you choose. In most cases salts do not include an exact amount to use rather you will use a refractometer and slowly add salt until you reach 1.026 SG or 35 PPT. Typically you can start with 1/2 cup per gallon and increase from there.
Scott Taylor
Scott Taylor - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupply.Com how much cups of salt per gallon
Jayden Cool
Jayden Cool - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom ok thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Yup, you actually save a little cash by buying the kit versus buying the items individually.
Nick Bermel
Nick Bermel - 8 years ago
Is it possible to keep about a 30 gallon tank filtered by canister filter or is that a bad idea
Sydney Heim
Sydney Heim - 8 years ago
bulkreef- I think you should include the upgraded caddy's in the kit just so your not spending 600 for the "just okay" version
Sydney Heim
Sydney Heim - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom just in general ( placement, feeding, etc.) -thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Ooooo that would be a fun one. Any specific things you'd like to see?
Sydney Heim
Sydney Heim - 8 years ago
Do you think you can also make a video on tridacna clams
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Good suggestion Sydney, we'll look into it.
SC Prepper
SC Prepper - 8 years ago
could you put off live rock if you had a biological filter and did regular water changes?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
In theory it is possible with enough biological filtration, however rock adds a good amount of natural aesthetics.
JEWseph Stalin
JEWseph Stalin - 8 years ago
I have a question: How do you add the correct amount of salt? I read the back of the red sea package, it shows this dosing table involving pounds per gallons, im thinking whether i need a weighing scale; or i just mix a certain amount of salt, measure the SG, and do the adjustments from there. Idk...
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Honestly my favorite way to do it is to add a few cups at a time, let it dissolve, and test. Once you figure out how many cups it takes, you can just repeat it over and over for each batch. :)
Young Tank
Young Tank - 8 years ago
Nice
AMERICAN BIRD
AMERICAN BIRD - 8 years ago
So do you add the fish within 24 hrs of adding the bio spira
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
The instructions on the bottle state you can add them after adding the Biospira - but waiting 24 hours is a great idea.
Christopher H
Christopher H - 8 years ago
I had a 10 gallon reef tank and despite how many water changes i did each weekend i still couldn't rid my tank of green hair algae i just came back the next day with a vengeance. also it was near my window with the shades shut all the time. I eventually decided to give up, what do you think was wrong with it?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
I would recommend removing the algae by hand prior to your water change. Without doing so the algae dies, turns into nitrate and phosphate, and fuels more algae growth.
Jeramiah Green
Jeramiah Green - 8 years ago
Could we get a filter for the tank if we wanted too? I just want to be safe.I just want the water to be crystal clear.
Jeramiah Green
Jeramiah Green - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom oh ok thank you
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
You can, but honestly on this tank there is filtration built into the back in addition to your live rock which will provide a huge amount of filtration.
Ashley Hicks
Ashley Hicks - 8 years ago
I've been keeping freshwater tanks for a while, but I want to set up a saltwater tank soon too. I've heard that bigger saltwater tanks are easier to keep than smaller ones. What's a good size tank that you'd recommend for someone who's a saltwater beginner?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Yup! Generally water chemistry is more stable with larger tanks. Honestly I am a big fan of 3 tanks for beginners: 20-30 gallon all-in-ones, 40 gallon breeders, and 120 gallon tanks all make great starter setups because they are easy to maintain, offer a lot of aquascape room, and are relatively inexpensive to light.
Jonathan Gonzales
Jonathan Gonzales - 8 years ago
I have a 20 gallon long and I would like to be able to hide the equipment like this tanks does. Any ideas on how or where I can get a divider like that? Love yalls channel by the way. Been reviews countless videos to prepare to get my first reef tank going.
Slappy White
Slappy White - 8 years ago
I keep referring this video to friends who are new to reefing - great work on this !
Logan Reynolds
Logan Reynolds - 7 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom I'm getting this package tomorrow and I'm wondering how long do I cycle this specific tank? When do I add bio spira then a fish? And how long is the cycling process with bio spira
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Thanks, glad you like it!
J's CLIPS
J's CLIPS - 8 years ago
After using the live sand birospira can you add the clown straight away? And do you need live rock?
J's CLIPS
J's CLIPS - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom do you need live rock and sand?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
The directions on the bottle of Biospira suggest to add fish within 24 hours in order to feed the Biospira bacteria but it can vary from tank to tank.
Jerry
Jerry - 8 years ago
Thanks so much guys! I have a 25G setup with 2 clownfish in it. I am starting to see pinkish spots on my dry and live rocks. Should I be worried? Any measures to get rid of them?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Anytime Jerry
Jerry
Jerry - 8 years ago
Awesome! Thanks for replying :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
That's actually a good thing! What you are seeing is coralline algae, and is a sign of a healthy tank. That algae will cover your rocks in a nice purple/pink hue.
Dean Fochios
Dean Fochios - 8 years ago
Hey I have a 40 breeder tank with a coral life 36 inch light and a fluval 70 filter. I know I don't have the amount of rock that I need for the tank but my tank has cycled for a while. I have two regular clowns and a small clean up crew. I have a few common corals such as finger leather, anthelia, and pulsing xania and star polyp. I don't know what I'm doing wrong but they aren't growing as fast as everyone says they should and I do regular water changes. Is it my lighting?
Dean Fochios
Dean Fochios - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks so much and would I be able to get those LED's on Amazon?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
For DIY LED setups I am a big fan of RapidLED. They have a lot of gear, and are fantastic in helping you plan out your build.
Dean Fochios
Dean Fochios - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks so much I have a small led light that is pretty powerful and I am thinking about adding LEDs. Is there a way I can make my own led set up or do they have to be specific LED's or can they be like Amazon ordered
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Ok, cool! Personally I would look into adding more lighting. I would potentially add another 2 bulb setup to bring you to 4 bulbs total.
Dean Fochios
Dean Fochios - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I have a t5 atinic and a 10,000 bulb. And I have no clue what my levels are I just do regular water changes every other week and only have two fish in a 40 breeder
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It's possible. Is the light a T5, power compact, LED, or halide? Any shot you know what your nitrate and phosphate levels are?
Anthony Boughton
Anthony Boughton - 8 years ago
Thanks for the video!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Thanks for watching!
Taylor Namtolts
Taylor Namtolts - 8 years ago
I recently started my saltwater tank and added some live rock and Fluval Cycle Biological Booster and was wondering if i could add fish during the cycle although my ammonia levels have increased since i added the biological booster.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Good catch, you will want to wait until ammonia and nitrite has reads 0. Once it does you'll notice you'll have high nitrates. Do a water change to remove them, and then you should be ready for fish :)
Taylor Namtolts
Taylor Namtolts - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom So while its cycling, as long as it has past the ammonia part i can add fish and coral?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Cool! If you are seeing any ammonia at all in your system you will need to wait to add fish.
claw247
claw247 - 8 years ago
What's cheaper getting the kit or just the tank then buy everything else
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
You save a healthy amount buying the kit :)
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 8 years ago
Does it come with lights
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks love the feed back
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
I would likely recommend starting with soft corals like zoanthids and leathers. Once you get the hang of things then you might be able to add an anemone.
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom and any ideas for beginner coral would like anemone and can baby clownfish go in anemones
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom okay is this good 2 black clownfish 2 firefighters 1 orange spotted goby 1 pistol shrimp 1 blenny any changes or is it good
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Sure thing! Clownfish, gobies, blennies, and basslets can all be great options.
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom if u can give me suggestions on fish for the 20 gallon stater kit
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom did not know they were difficult I am a new by and you bring me into the hobby thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
No problem! That fish is a Harlequin Filefish. They are a very difficult fish to keep, but they sure are gorgeous.
Nasir Freeman
Nasir Freeman - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks for answer will be buying what is the blue and orange fish
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Yup! Innovative Marine's Skyyelights are included.
Random Stuff
Random Stuff - 8 years ago
Although this vid is helpful and stuff but when he says it's affordable... I don't think 600 dollars is necessarily affordable for most
Random Stuff
Random Stuff - 8 years ago
Are the rocks that come with the kit live rocks?
Maz Science
Maz Science - 8 years ago
Excellent videos. I am a science teacher looking to bring in some aquariums into my classroom for student use to get a hands on approach to aquatic ecosystems. I currently have a $1000 budget, do you think it's possible to set up two 20G tanks with this budget? I'd like to have 1 fresh and 1 salt.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
This will be a good starter tank for fish only, or reef if you decide to go that route. The rock is dry, not live, so you could store the setup for quite a while.
Maz Science
Maz Science - 8 years ago
Would you suggest using this kit if I am looking to have a saltwater tank with fish only? Is it possible to order this kit and have it stored for a couple of months before actually using it, or will the live rock go bad?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Yeah, that sounds reasonable. You can absolutely have a successful reef within that budget,
Michael Gans
Michael Gans - 8 years ago
I love BRS. I wish I would have seen this vid months ago, for the kit, as I went with a standard 20 with an HOB overflow to sump. The kit looks great.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Sweet!
Michael Gans
Michael Gans - 8 years ago
Thanks! I have a 20G with a bio wheel filter, Aquatic life mini-skimmer, 250W MH with cooling fans. I am currently still cycling my water with cured fiji live rock and arogonite live sand. I have only been running for around 2 weeks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
That's still awesome! What kind of tank are you running?
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Will hermit crabs eat coral?
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
Can I feed them with zooplankton and shrimp combined together?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Absolutely
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+ BulkReefSupplyCom Can I feed them with zooplankton?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
It's not a necessity for most species, but I would check out this video here:

https://youtu.be/vavu53M436M?list=PLBaMLrfToJyybUT18OE3fMomFb9XU0ffC
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Should I feed my corals and anemones? And if I should, what am I supposed to feed them?
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Awesome!! Thanks a lot :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas Ok, very cool! Then I suppose it may be possible. I would maybe try it, and monitor the crabs to make sure they aren't doing anything you don't want them to be doing. :)
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I once collected some beach hermits and put ig on my tank and it lives for a long time till I gave it to my friend. But I never put them together with corals.
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I'm from Indonesia. It's sure hot here.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas It's tough to say honestly without knowing the species. Are you in a tropical climate? If not they might not survive a reef tank, and a lot of shore crabs won't tolerate being submerged 24/7.
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom How about the ones found in the shore?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas It depends on the species, but most available in the reef hobby as clean up crew shouldn't. Some of the ornamental hermits very well may though.
Michele Cattaneo
Michele Cattaneo - 8 years ago
What's the name of the fish we can see at 6:39 min? Pretty cool.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Michele Cattaneo No problem!
Michele Cattaneo
Michele Cattaneo - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Thanks for the quick answer
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Michele Cattaneo That is a Harlequin Filefish. They are a very difficult fish to get to eat, but they are very cool!
Cherishlif3
Cherishlif3 - 8 years ago
would I need a water heater for my tank, what will happen with out ?
Cherishlif3
Cherishlif3 - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom
Thank you tank almost ready for fish.Will be buying dry live rock from your website as well great price.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Cherishlif3 You'll need to maintain your tank at around 75-80 degrees with 78 being the target. The animals will likely become stressed and possibly perish outside of those parameters.
Sumera Seraj
Sumera Seraj - 8 years ago
First of all love ur energy, very positive all the time, my question is ru using tap water with salt, or is it RO/di water. so is it OK to use the tap water.
thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Sumera Seraj With this kit we include De-chlorinator so you can use tap water if need be. As a best practice though you will want to use RO/DI. It gives you the best possible starting point :)
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 8 years ago
at 4:53 what is the fish and coral that are on the left together?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Thriller1982 The blue and orange fish is a Harlequin Filefish, the orange and pink fish is a Candy Basslet, the yellow and pink fish is a Borbonius Anthias, and the green coral is a Green Nepthia. :)
Jessica Martinez
Jessica Martinez - 8 years ago
what is the shrimp that was picking up sand
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Jessica Martinez That's a Tiger Pistol Shrimp
Brandon Mooney
Brandon Mooney - 8 years ago
I just put a 500 gph circulation pump in my 20 hex and it seems like to much. Is this normal or should I go with a smaller set up
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Brandon Mooney Generally we recommend going with 20 to 40 times your display volume. So you'd be looking for around 400 to 800 gallons per hour. 500 is likely just fine, but you may have to adjust the angle the powerhead is aiming to get the best results.
Neill Jansen van Vuuren
Neill Jansen van Vuuren - 8 years ago
I wish I can get this kit, but unfortunately it is not available in south africs
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Neill Jansen van Vuuren It looks like at the very least you can purchase the tank locally:

http://innovative-marine.com/dealers-south-africa.html
Neill Jansen van Vuuren
Neill Jansen van Vuuren - 8 years ago
South-Africa*
Ordinaryname
Ordinaryname - 8 years ago
i have three questions 1does the tank have to be 30 gallons in order to be easy to take care of 2 can live rock do filtration and if so is that all the filtration i need and 3 is what are lights that can be good for medium light corals
Ordinaryname
Ordinaryname - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks alot
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+The Randomizer 25 Generally the larger the tank, the easier it is to keep since water chemistry changes are diluted with a larger volume of water. Live rock is a great method of filtration, but you can also employ other methods as well. There are a lot of light options out there on the market, but LED, T5, and Metal Halide are good options.
Carla Moore
Carla Moore - 8 years ago
Could you keep a tiger pistol shrimp in that tank with watchmen goby
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Carla Moore Absolutely, one of my favorite combos!
Jerry
Jerry - 8 years ago
can we add corals to dry rocks?
Jerry
Jerry - 8 years ago
Great! Thanks for the reply :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Jerry Once they are cured and the tank is cycled, absolutely! I'd say about 98% of the employees here in the office run dry rock in their reefs.
Martin Moreno
Martin Moreno - 8 years ago
How many salt for 29 gallons
StraitClownin909
StraitClownin909 - 8 years ago
Thanks for the great video BRS! Quick question! Say I have a small 15 gallon tank with a hang on the back aquaclear filter packed with polyfilter and and chemipure - for rhe first month as my tank cylces should I have my filter running during this phase? or should i just pop the heater in with the circulation pumps?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+StraitClownin909 I probably would run it, but really you could do either or. Running it now will just help keep the water cleaner in the long run.
Jesper Andersen
Jesper Andersen - 8 years ago
Love yours videos :-) Nice and easy going, very informative.
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Awesome!! Thanks for the reply and tips:)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas No problem Stanley!
Brandon Mooney
Brandon Mooney - 8 years ago
What kind of lighting would be good for my 20 gallon hex reef tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Brandon Mooney I think the AI Prime, or a Kessil A160 would be a good fit!
Askerne
Askerne - 8 years ago
Hey love your videos :) Is the Harlequin Filefish still alive ?? I have heard that its only eats acropora polyps or what do you feed it with?
Askerne
Askerne - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Nice too hear :-) Looking forward to this weeks video ;-)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Axel weiglin Yup, the last I heard he is still alive. Chad has a habit of selling his once he gets them eating well on pellets. So the one in this video has been sold to one of his buddies, but he recently brought in a mated pair that now live in that tank. :)
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I meant 80-82 degrees :)
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I have a couple of questions..1. I love sixline wrasses. Can I put 2 together in 1 tank? The volume of the tank is 21 litres.2. The guy at the store I bought the fish told me that the temperature of 80 degrees is enough for corals. Is that right? I've read an article that says experts recommended 80 degrees for corals now.. :))
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas Hoenstly it depends on the individual, but for most of the larger species like peppermint, coral banded, fire, and skunk cleaner shrimp I would say you are ok. Smaller shrimp like some pistols and sexy shrimp might look appetizing to the fish. I would say in 95% of cases they will be fine with shrimp :)
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom​ Will sixline wrasses eat a shrimp?
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom​ Thanks for the tips.. (it's kinda hard to find gobies here :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas Honestly I would be hesitant adding any six line wrasses to a 5 gallon tank. They can grow to be 3" as an adult and need some space because they can be pretty territorial. I would recommend looking into some smaller goby species, they will be perfect for that size setup. As far as temperature goes, I prefer to keep the tank around 78 degrees. 80 is nearing the limit that corals thrive in, and if your tank overheats a hot summer's day the tank might get too warm. At 78 degrees you get a little buffer :)
Hey
Hey - 8 years ago
Overall, what is going to be my overall price of absolutely everything from this tank shown along with fish and other necessities?
Hey
Hey - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Slap Anaphylaxis Honestly it's very hard to say since there are so many variables, but I would estimate 800 to 1200 :)
Aspen Wicce
Aspen Wicce - 8 years ago
how would you set up optimal flow for a 20 gal tall?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Aspen Wicce It really will depend on your rock work, but a safe bet would be to shoot for around 20-40 times your display volume to figure out your gallons per hour, and from there play around with placements until you find something that works well with your aquascape.
Aaron Lehaney
Aaron Lehaney - 8 years ago
I setup a 16g nano a few months ago. I went to a fellow reefer to pick up a Duncan he had for sale and he gave me a few easier sps for free. Birdsnest, green monti cap, and a green branching montipora that he was not sure the name(to me looks like a elk horn). I was thinking of dosing Kalk but have read that doing a tank this small is not a good idea. Will weekly water changes suffice or should i dose kalk in my ATO?
Aaron Lehaney
Aaron Lehaney - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks for the info.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Aaron Lehaney I would start by monitoring your parameters (I'd have some sort of calcium and alk supplement on hand to make adjustments), and then take a look into adding kalk or two part. If I had to guess, you will likely be ok with weekly water changes :)
Aaron Lehaney
Aaron Lehaney - 8 years ago
+Aaron Lehaney PS: i have quite a bit of evaporation because i am running a topless tank. I dont want to overdose,
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 8 years ago
I finally got a biocube 29 gallon with live rock and live sand!!!!! And I want to do what you did in this tank so can I use bio spira and add a fish??
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Thriller1982 Ahhh, I see. In that case it's a best practice to let the tank cycle first, so essentially add the rock and sand to the Biocube with a heater, add saltwater, and let it sit for 3-6 weeks to let the bacteria build up on the rocks surface. Then adding Bio-Spira at the end before you add your fish will help bolster that bacterial population and get you one step close to success. :)
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom sorry when you said cycled I thought you were talking about the sand settling. So it's not cycled
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Thriller1982 If the rock and sand is already cycled, then the bacteria that you need to process the ammonia produced by fish should already be present. Adding Bio-Spira will help to bolster this bacteria as a safety net.
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom yes! But is it safe for a fish to be in a tank that is so new and how will it affect my tank and fish in the long run????
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Thriller1982 Awesome! Is the rock and sand already cycled?
Chase Wing
Chase Wing - 8 years ago
I already commented, but assuming I have got everything set up and cycled, ultimately would I be able to have a pair of ocellaris clownfish, a red firefish, and a yellow watchman goby and pistol shrimp pair in this tank when they're fully grown (of course I would have some more inverts in here)? If not, wh at should I get rid of (based off the easier care level and needs) considering the clownfish pair is something I definitely want to have
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Chase Wing That sounds pretty reasonable :)
Hayden 3210
Hayden 3210 - 8 years ago
hi I'm just starting reef tanks and I was wondering is there a cheap clownfish tank out there
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Hayden 3210 Innovative Marine does offer a stand, but it's sold separately:

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/20-nuvo-fusion-aquarium-and-stand-innovative-marine.html
Hayden 3210
Hayden 3210 - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom does this come with a stand or no?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Hayden 3210 This starter package is a good choice, however if you aren't planning on keeping corals or anemones with them you could likely purchase a tank that doesn't include lighting. If it were me I would look into one of the Innovative Marine Fusion tanks like this one.
MisterE007
MisterE007 - 8 years ago
what light
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+MisterE007 We're using the stock Skkye lights that came with the tank, but Radions, Kessil, and AI all look great over the tank as well.
Chris Thomsen
Chris Thomsen - 8 years ago
What kind of coral is that in the front left? The large purple and green one that looks like a tree?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Chris Thomsen That's a green nepthia :)
Blake Elliott
Blake Elliott - 8 years ago
I have a 5.5 gallon tank that I want to turn into a saltwater tank, I have a "280 hang on back Aqua one filter" and a "animates extendable 7W 20-35cm" light my local pet store believes the filter and light will be inadequate for a saltwater tank, however according to research I think these should be fine with regular water changes and that the pet shop is just trying to get some money out of me as I am still in high school. Can you please shed some light on this situation
Chase Wing
Chase Wing - 8 years ago
ok, so after you add the Bio - Spira and live sand, how long must you wait to put the first fish in?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Chase Wing The instructions on the BioSpira state that after adding the Bio-Spira to the tank it's fish safe and generally you are ok to add a small fish. It is a best practice to let the tank cycle first however :)
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 8 years ago
after the fist day could u add a clownfish pair
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Thriller1982 Potentially using the Bio-Spira additive you could add one clown, and eventually a second. :)
Tbomb
Tbomb - 8 years ago
My friend gave me his 20 gallon nano tank. I didn't realize that some of my fishes died because they died in between the rocks. Then the ammonia started to spiked up and eventually killed the whole community except for coral, crab, and snail. So what I did then was that I did 25% water change and the ammonia is low but not zero. What should I do? Should I change the whole water? Should I put bio media filter like bio ball, carbon bag and ceramic ring? Because on the aquarium filter, i only have a sponge. My coral is still alive. When do you recommend to buy and put new fish? It has been few weeks since it died and the ammonia is still not zero.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Tbobization Hmm, that is unfortunate. I think is this situation I would do a large water change, followed by monitoring the ammonia parameter for the next couple days. You are experiencing another tank cycle as your nitrifying bacteria population is working to catch up to the amount of ammonia in the water.
Tbomb
Tbomb - 8 years ago
I forgot to mention. My friend told me to wash most of the rocks. In my stupidity, I listened to him and I put it back to nano. Then all of my fishes died between the rock.
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Can LED lights grow anemones and corals?
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
Great!! Thanks for the info again
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas They are a very popular option nowadays! Lights like Radions, Kessils, AI, etc are all great options!
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Are high powered leds good for reefing?
Stanley James Nicholas
Stanley James Nicholas - 8 years ago
Ok thanks for the info. :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Nicholas Absolutely, but you will want to do your research. Some LEDs use low powered chips and aren't that great for reef lighting.
mark garcia
mark garcia - 8 years ago
Ryan, I have a coralife 29 and am at 8 weeks, I do 5 gallon water changes weekly, should I vacuum the Sand bed each week
ElectricBCherry
ElectricBCherry - 8 years ago
No, vacuuming the sand bed can release high amounts of nitrates that were trapped in your sand.
Josh Cutler
Josh Cutler - 8 years ago
Tank arrives from you guys tomorrow. Have a lfs helping me with fish and coral selection but they can't give me a solid answer on size and frequency of water changes. There will be a full cleaning crew, (4-5) 2-3" fish, variety of soft and lps corals, and the IM protien skimmer. Thanks for your help.
trevor drew
trevor drew - 8 years ago
I have the nuvo fusion 20 and its been running for over a year. I have one clarkii clown but hes getting to big and will be put into my 180 gallon tank. I have one Tailspot blenny and I was planning on a new pair or maybe just a single clown. What else would you recommend that will be active in the mid to high water column
Jimmy Quinzon
Jimmy Quinzon - 8 years ago
do I need to install skimmer?
Jimmy Quinzon
Jimmy Quinzon - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Thank you for your advise, big help!!!! will update the result in few weeks! BIG THANKS!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Jimmy Quinzon If you do a water change it will just lower the amount of nutrients during the cycle and probably wont speed anything up. If you have a fish in the tank during a cycle we would recommend monitoring ammonia daily and starting a water change regime.

When you start your tank it will be cloudy for a bit because of the sand sediments, and running your filter will help clear the tank up from the sediments floating around because of the sand. After a couple of days of running, adding carbon will help get that crystal clear water.

We would suggest waiting a few weeks for your cycle to complete before adding a fish but just add the bio-spira a few hours to a day before you add your first fish. A few pellets of fish food should start a cycle pretty nicely and is a clean way to do it if you don't want to risk a fish.
Jimmy Quinzon
Jimmy Quinzon - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom the videos are all informative, your helping a lot of people like me to love and learn aquarium reefing! THANKS A LOT!
Jimmy Quinzon
Jimmy Quinzon - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Im working on a 13gallon nano reef tank, just started, bought dry rock in your website, I have live-sand also, I want to start the cycle using one fish, live-sand, dry rock and Bio-Spira, my questions are... do I need to use my carbon filter (QuiteFlow) on the one month recycling? do I need to change water during the cycle? Thank you soooo much, hope you can help me!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Jimmy Quinzon Nope, it's not really necessary on a tank this size since it's so easy to perform regular water changes. :)
scorlin gonzalez
scorlin gonzalez - 8 years ago
dont i need a skimmer for this??
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+scorlin gonzalez Nope, we actually don't recommend a skimmer on a tank of this size since it's so easy to perform regular, weekly water changes. It's certainly an option, if you are someone who likes gadgets though :)
scorlin gonzalez
scorlin gonzalez - 8 years ago
+scorlin gonzalez what else do i need sounds too simple
Nico Gibson
Nico Gibson - 8 years ago
so I bought a tank second hand the guy had it running a year with 2 marroon clownfish, donated them and kept it running, then gave me the tank with 25lbs of live rock and 20lbs of live sand, been cycling for about 2wks with a little water he already had in it with powerhead and filtration, so today I added half a bottle of bio spira 250ml type to the tank and added two clownfish and they're doing great! I wanna upgrade and my question is if I set up a bigger tank I'll be using new live sand but I'll also be using bio spira to cycle and live rock from my other tank , would this speed things up so I can later move my fish to the bigger tank (let it cycle longer)
Nico Gibson
Nico Gibson - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom it sure did bio spira is a life saver!! literally lol I now have clownfish too and they're doing great, I plan on moving them to a bigger 40gal tank soon so would it be okay to get new sand in the new 40g tank and move the live rock let it rest for a day or two, add water from my 20g into it and top if off then use bio spira and add the heater and fish? would that work
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+nick nackzz sounds like all of these things combined will absolutely cycle the new tank faster : )
Alberto
Alberto - 8 years ago
Does anyone know the shrimp at 4:14 carrying sand
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+TheTico91 That's a Tiger Pistol Shrimp
nautaki
nautaki - 8 years ago
Excellent videos as always. For a beginner I would just like to add, no, highly encourage, to spend a bit more and get live rock instead (Fiji is my preference). Not only it looks natural and stunning but it will add biodiversity and almost immediate stability to the tank and huge room for error in terms of excess ammonia sources.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+nautaki Awesome! We actually recently added live rock to our site that's shipped directly from Fiji and have been really impressed with it. :)
nautaki
nautaki - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Some aptasia in my case, apparently 1 year later it showed up. Cured yes of course, my local fish store sells it cured. But I think it is really worth it. I've thrown anything at this tank (a Nuvo 24 with a CPR Aquafuge) and it has taken it. Overfeeding and overstocking. The tank keeps going.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+nautaki Cured live rock specifically :P That being said, there are quite a few nasties that can also make their way into your tank with live rock.
lila333111
lila333111 - 8 years ago
How many fish I can put in a 20 gallon tank with a 75 gallon canister filter. Right now I have four two clown and two chromis. I want to add at less two more fish.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+lila333111 It depends on your maintenance schedule, but I would say two more small fish (1 to 2 inches adult size) would likely be ok.
Joe ferreira
Joe ferreira - 8 years ago
this type of installation, you need of skimmer?
Joe ferreira
Joe ferreira - 8 years ago
thank you so much.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Joe ferreira Nope, not necessary in a tank this size. That being said, adding one certainly wouldn't hurt. :)
Joe ferreira
Joe ferreira - 8 years ago
you must use skimmer When You have a sump by gravity like that??
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Joe ferreira A skimmer would be nice and certainly wouldn't hurt anything, but it's not an absolute necessity on a tank this size.
TheUofAfan
TheUofAfan - 8 years ago
what are the best ways to control algae in a tank like this? Is a refugium recommended for tanks this small?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+TheUofAfan the best way would be controlled feedings and weekly water changes. Some folks do run mini-fuges, but I would use a reactor before that.
bp exotics
bp exotics - 8 years ago
i am starting a reef tank and wondering how uch did that cost to setup
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+bp exotics You can actually purchase the entire kit here:

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/nuvo-fusion-20-gallon-starter-tank-kit.html

You'll just want to budget an extra one to two hundred dollars for fish and coral.
Elizabeth Rainey
Elizabeth Rainey - 8 years ago
So just to be clear, you add your water,sand, and rock, then wait a day, add your Bio-Spira and then I could add my fish the same day if I felt like it?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Elizabeth Rainey Nothing beats a cycle the old fashioned way, but with Biospira you can populate the tank with bacteria almost instantly. You'll need something to feed those bacteria though, so the directions suggest adding a fish to produce ammonia to feed the bacteria. With some "dirtier" rock this isn't necessary though.
KampKarl
KampKarl - 8 years ago
What fish is that longnose one?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+customlegokarl That's a Harlequin Filefish. It's a very challenging fish to keep, but very cool!
Tim Quiram
Tim Quiram - 8 years ago
I got a nuvo fusion 20 gallon for Christmas. It came with filter socks, but I notice in the video you had some sort of removable filter boxes that looked like they had some sort of media in them. What were those?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Tim Quiram You can, but the water movement generally is too intense and can grind the media up into dust. I would recommend separate mesh media bags personally.
Tim Quiram
Tim Quiram - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom can you put GFO or charcoal right in the socks?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Tim Quiram Prior to July all the tanks shipped with those square sponge holding blocks. They recently changed to the filter socks which are much better in my opinion :)
Stanley Lee
Stanley Lee - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Can that heater decreases water temperature?
Stanley Lee
Stanley Lee - 8 years ago
Ok, thanks! :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Lee It won't be able to actively cool the water unfortunately. You'll want to look into a fan or chiller for cooling ability.
leon var
leon var - 8 years ago
what filter i use thank u
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+leon var The live rock and sand in tandem with the included sponges should be more than enough filtration :)
MannyFresh1x
MannyFresh1x - 8 years ago
What heater is that?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+MannyFresh1x Those are the Finnex HPS
mark lelo
mark lelo - 8 years ago
Maximum # of fish allowed in a 20g tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+mark lelo It will depend entirely on the adult size of the fish. I would say about 3 to 4 fish that max out at 2-3 inches when fully grown.
Troy Bluemel
Troy Bluemel - 8 years ago
Orange spot filefish are one of my favorites Do you have any tips on helping someone to keep them
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Troy Bluemel The largest hurdle is getting them to eat prepared foods. It's a process to say the least. Chad has this one feeding on pellets from an auto-feeder. The key is to "smear" thawed frozen brine shrimp onto a dead acropora skeleton and then freeze it. To feed the fish you just drop the frozen acro skeleton in the tank (preferably in a quarantine tank with the filefish as the sole resident) and he will nip at it thinking the frozen brine shrimp are acropora polyps. Over time you'll notice that the fish will start to eat the brine shrimp that also fall off the skeleton. At this time the fish should eat regular thawed frozen brine without any hiccups. The fish will eventually start to show interest in pellets, and you'll want to transition over to feeding pellets to the tank 3-4 times a day as pellets hold a ton of nutrition in a small package which is ideal for the harlequin filefish :)
Alia Bundhoo
Alia Bundhoo - 8 years ago
Hey, I'm very new to this. Ice ought a starter tank. Only 30 litres. I want to out a marine nano tank rather than going bigger. If successful I will get a bigger thanks. So I have a tank filter pump and small heater the hood already has LEDs. Is LEDs ok for marine tank? Also if I don't have live rock and live sand. Will I have to add a filter? So correct me if I'm wrong; add salt to water, add dechlorinator, add bio-spiro. Can I then add a clownfish straight after? Please advise. Thanks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Alia Bundhoo As far as the LEDs go it really depends on their intensity. There is a wide array of variances in LED intensity out there today, and not all can grow even the least light demanding corals. Generally the live rock in your tank acts as the filter, since it provides a lot of surface area for bacteria to filter the tank.
Jeff Lane inkpen
Jeff Lane inkpen - 8 years ago
so charming lol
Jen M
Jen M - 8 years ago
Once the initial starter kit of this size and livestock have been purchased and established, how much would monthly maintenance cost for food, salt mix, ect?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Jen M It's really tough to say since there are so many options out there, but I would say maybe around 10-15 dollars a month for a tank this size.
Stanley Lee
Stanley Lee - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Hey, since I'm living in a quite hot place, is it possible to have a tank without a chiller? In the afternoons it may reach 32 degrees celcius or around 88 degrees farenheit.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Lee Nice! No problem!
Stanley Lee
Stanley Lee - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I've got a chiller already. Thanks for your help!:)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Lee It's really tough to say due to the environmental factors. Do you have a fan laying around the house you can aim at the tank temporarily to see if you get any appreciable drop in temp?
Stanley Lee
Stanley Lee - 8 years ago
I have a freshwater aquarium in my living room. There is no air conditioner. The LED light is 4 watts. But it is still on above 85 degrees. Will a fan be able to decrease the temperature to 78 degrees?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Lee Do you have air conditioning? If not, a fan blowing across the surface of the tank water it usually enough to drop the tank temp by a few degrees. Choosing energy efficient equipment like LEDs and DC pumps generally reduces the amount of heat being added to the tank as well.
Stanley Lee
Stanley Lee - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Hey, most people said that beginners should avoid tanks less than 30 gallons. Is it hard to mantain a 20 gallon reef tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Lee No problem Stanley :P
Stanley Lee
Stanley Lee - 8 years ago
Thanks for the information! :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Stanley Lee It's true that there is less wiggle room to make mistakes, but 20 gallons is a good place to start, and I wouldn't hesitate to run one as my first tank. :)
Abir Hossain
Abir Hossain - 8 years ago
can i place live ad hard corals and small sized gravels in the place of sand??? because ocean live sand is too costly in my country......
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Ryan Ahmed I might recommend running a bare bottom system if that's the case. That way coralline algae will grow on the bottom of the tank and look more natural than gravel in my opinion.
Hershey Islas
Hershey Islas - 8 years ago
God, I want to start one, I have a tropical Fish Tank for almost a 1 month and half and I am in love with it, the coral Reef colors are mesmerizing though.
Hershey Islas
Hershey Islas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks! Will do. I actually purchase some lighting from you guys via my job place but it's not for aquatic purposes. You guys are great.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Hershey Islas Cool! If you have any questions, feel free to ask!
rustyhunt543
rustyhunt543 - 9 years ago
what kind of led lights are those on the tank and where can i buy those separate? love the video by the way
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+rustyhunt543 Those are the Innovative Marine SKYYE lights. They come with the tank. You might be able to find them direct from Innovative Marine. :)
Nickolas Anastos
Nickolas Anastos - 9 years ago
Hey, I don't know where else to put this comment. After being told by the manager of the fish store that I frequent that a twinspot goby would pair with a pistol shrimp, I bought both a twinspot goby and a orange pistol shrimp from him. After acclimating them in the same bucket, I added them to the tank, and they wanted nothing to do with eachother. I wanted to catch the twinspot to return it, but he's too fast. I ended up adding a yellow watchman. It's been 1-2 months now and neither of the fish are pairing with the shrimp. To be fair, the shrimp is really shy and stays under a rock inside of a cave that the watchman won't go near for some reason. The goby just hangs out near the glass of the tank. I really want them to pair, because it'd be cool to see the orange and yellow together. Is there a way I could improve the chance of them pairing, or should I just give it time? It's a 40 gallon reef tank so I don't know how they could go without meeting up at some point.
Nickolas Anastos
Nickolas Anastos - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Ok, thanks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Nickolas Anastos Honestly it really depends on what type of shrimp that orange fellow is, but you'd likely be ok.
Nickolas Anastos
Nickolas Anastos - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom It does not look like that shrimp. It is completely orange. If I were to get another pistol shrimp, would the shrimp be compatible with one another?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Nickolas Anastos Interesting. Do you know what the exact species of shrimp the orange pistol shrimp is? If you Google "Alpheus soror" does your shrimp look like that? If so that shrimp unfortunately doesn't form a symbiotic relationship with gobies like other species do. If that's the case I would recommend looking into a tiger pistol or candy pistol shrimp since they should pair up :)
Mike jones
Mike jones - 9 years ago
I still don't see how that tank can cost that much
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Mike jones The kit actually saves you a good chunk of money compared to just purchasing everything separately. It's a pretty decent way to get started :)
Manny Jackson
Manny Jackson - 9 years ago
I want to start a reef tank but I'm TERRIFIED of Bristle worms, Can dry rock prevent this? Can they also be found in corals? If so can a coral dip remove them? Thanks.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+SnozzBerry Dry rock would be a good step towards preventing them. That said they usually will show up on coral bases, even after dips. Honestly the common types are harmless (just don't touch them because they have Fiberglas-like spines on them that will make you itch), and as long as you keep a clean tank without a lot of excess food and detritus floating around in the water you can control their population and size to just a fraction of what it could be in a dirty tank.
Emmanuel Ortiz
Emmanuel Ortiz - 9 years ago
Great Video and thank you for the information. The only question I have is do you need a protein skimmer for a smaller system such as the 20 gallon? Thank you!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Emmanuel Ortiz No problem, happy to help! A skimmer isn't necessary on a smaller tank since weekly water changes can be just as effective. Adding a skimmer couldn't hurt however.
clayton lucas
clayton lucas - 9 years ago
when mixing the first full batch of tank water, are you using tap water or roughly 20 gallons of ro/di water?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+clayton lucas We're currently waiting on the salt to come back in stock, so if I had to guess I would say around 2-4 weeks :)
clayton lucas
clayton lucas - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom any idea when you're going to get this kit back in stock?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+clayton lucas We include some chlorine remover in the kit so you have the ability to use tap water if you wish, however if it were my tank I would likely use RODI if it's available.
Brandon Mooney
Brandon Mooney - 9 years ago
very informative. I just had a 20 Gallon hex tank given to me and was thinking of doing a reef tank any suggestions
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Brandon Mooney It will depend on what you decide to go with, however I wouldn't probably add more than 4 to 5 smaller fish.
Brandon Mooney
Brandon Mooney - 9 years ago
How many fish would u suggest
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Brandon Mooney It will strongly depend on what you like, however If it were my tank I would possibly go with some smaller fish like gobies, blennies, and potentially even a clown fish pair.
Brandon Mooney
Brandon Mooney - 9 years ago
Do you have any suggestions for how many fish and what kinds
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Brandon Mooney Cool! That's a tricky tank to aquascape, but it has a lot of potential.
Omar Rascon
Omar Rascon - 9 years ago
would a 40 gal require a filter?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Omar Rascon It depends on the tank, but generally in a reef tank the live rock and sand takes care of the biological filtration needs, you can also add media like carbon and GFO for chemical filtration, and filter socks for mechanical filtration :)
Kondapalli Satya Srinivasa Rao
Kondapalli Satya Srinivasa Rao - 9 years ago
Basically In Kolkata Eastern part of India where we stay, we get fresh live feeds (Worms) are readily available in the market & We are trading since 6 to 7 years.
We are interested in Marine Fish breeding & we want to know the basic's Step by Step.
Since in Kolkata/India there are no such know how persons about Marine Fish Cultivation. Marine Fish's & other related accessories are available/sale in the market but the seller has now idea about the Water treatment for Marine Fish.
Hope you can help us in this matter.

Thanks in advance for your reply per return.
Kondapalli Satya Srinivasa Rao
Kondapalli Satya Srinivasa Rao - 9 years ago
First off all we want to know the basic technique about the water treatment & the fish available is Secondary issue. 
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Kondapalli Satya Srinivasa Rao Cool! What species of fish are you looking at raising?
Luisito Rodriguez
Luisito Rodriguez - 9 years ago
what happen with the could water tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Luisito Rodriguez It's in the process of being setup right now. The cycle on a cold tank like that takes much longer since the bacteria's metabolism is much slower.
Kenna Godlewski
Kenna Godlewski - 9 years ago
what was the shrimp that was picking up the sand??
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Kenna Godlewski They are really cool! They like to clean your hand when you are working in the tank too.
Kenna Godlewski
Kenna Godlewski - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom it looked awesome I want that!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Kenna Godlewski That's a skunk cleaner shrimp :)
Adam Bialzak
Adam Bialzak - 9 years ago
So does the dechloronator make it like distilled water
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Adam Bialzak It won't make it pure, but it will neutralize/bind the "bad" stuff in the water that can be toxic to your fish. Things like chlorine, ammonia, some heavy metals, etc.
ZXA Q
ZXA Q - 9 years ago
As a 14 year old, I plan to use a bio cube 14 gallon with live sands and corals not rock. I will add clownfish and a clean up crew. What filtration and other stuff would be good for this tank.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Noah Dube Cool! I have a 28 at home, it's a cool tank! To be honest the stock cube works pretty well :) I would recommend removing the bioballs however.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Derek Howle - The main thing to worry about with water changes is temperature, and the salinity of the water. Everything else should fall into place after mixing the water with a high quality salt mix and meeting those two criteria. As far as filters go, you actually don't need any since your live rock and sand acts as a very effective and natural biological filter. That said, having a HOB filter like that Fluval could be nice for adding a media bag of carbon or GFO. For inexpensive lighting options I would check out either the Kessil A160, the AI Prime, or a T5 Retrofit kit. :)
toby. fx
toby. fx - 6 years ago
BulkReefSupplyCom Hi, I’m setting up a 60l reef tank this week I have live sand and dry rock I also have a hang on the back filter and a heater, and of corse my salt. Would I need a water pump in my tank if I want to get 2 common clownfish and a yellow pollups
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
I don't believe it is sold separately, however if you get in contact with IM they might be able to help:

http://www.innovative-marine.com/contact-us.html
Scott Taylor
Scott Taylor - 8 years ago
can you buy the skky led light seperately for the 30 ang 40 gallon kit
TOM REEFMAN202
TOM REEFMAN202 - 9 years ago
what type of salt should i use bi weekly?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+TheReminx :P
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+TheReminx Good call, you'll definitely want to monitor your parameters. I would say that would be an uncommon problem though.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+L dawg I'm a big fan of HW Marine Reefer and Red Sea Coral Pro.
Frosty Typhoon
Frosty Typhoon - 9 years ago
I'm really stressed I want to setup a a 20L reef tank but Im not fully sure on how to do a saltwater water change, like does the salinty and every water paremeter and temp have to be the same as the tank that is getting the water change? And Im also stressing on what filter I should use in a 20L Fluval HOB? I would really like to use that because Im not much of a fan of canisters. And what is the cheapest effecfive lights for low light soft corals? Because in the tank I would like some LPS corals, also what LPS corals are good for a tank like that and how many of them? Finally, what fish should I use
Sam Young
Sam Young - 9 years ago
what about dipping corals for a tank this size
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sammy samurai I would certainly recommend dipping corals before adding them to any tank to be honest. It never hurts to be too careful. :)
Giovanni Estevez
Giovanni Estevez - 9 years ago
i just received my 20g fusion kit. tank came in perfect conditions, cant wait to start!!!!!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Giovanni Estevez Awesome!
Giovanni Estevez
Giovanni Estevez - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom ahh thanks i figured! thanks i already did my set up n its going to go thru the cycle for about 3 weeks i would say b4 starting my community
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Giovanni Estevez One is used to heat the aquarium, the other your water change water :)
Giovanni Estevez
Giovanni Estevez - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom so i do have a question! lol, why did two heaters come in the kit ... ?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Giovanni Estevez Awesome! Let us know if you have any questions :)
Sam Young
Sam Young - 9 years ago
is the stock light able to keep lps are does it need to be upgraded i think i might get this as my first reef
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sammy samurai You certainly can, just be sure to use a tap water conditioner. I would personally recommend running RO/DI since it will give you the best possible starting point however.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sammy samurai The stock lights that come with the tank will work for LPS and softies. :)
Sam Young
Sam Young - 9 years ago
also can i use tap water in the brute bucket
Roman Kozlovskiy
Roman Kozlovskiy - 9 years ago
ocean fish are pain in ass
Billy Madison
Billy Madison - 9 years ago
Hi I love your videos and finally have a question. I have a 29 gallon tank with 2 clownfish and am wondering how many fish I can add (not at the same time). So basically what's my fish capacity? Thanks :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Billy Madison Thanks! It will depend greatly on the fish you choose and your maintenance habits, but I would estimate the ability to add 2 or 3 more small fish.
Tafseer Carabuena
Tafseer Carabuena - 9 years ago
do you turn the filter on and the skimmers,pump if you put live sand biospira and the fish?
and do you also add the biospira right then or let the water clear ?
and if you w8 for the bacteria to like spread do you still do water changes?




pls reply
Peyton M
Peyton M - 9 years ago
Does this kit come with a protein skimmer?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Awesome life 1 This kit doesn't, but luckily weekly water changes are usually more effective in a tank this size. :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Ted Lee - That is an Orange Spot Filefish aka Harlequin Filefish. They are a very difficult fish to keep since they have a very specialized diet of acropora polyps.
Ted Lee
Ted Lee - 9 years ago
what is that blue fish in the tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jimmy G - Thanks! Sounds like a pretty solid plan. I would probably add the water, rock, and sand at the same time. You'll want to also add the rock first so it has a solid base on the bottom of the tank. That way if the sand shifts the rockwork won't collapse.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Nothing that small, but 99% of the concepts from this video can be transferred to a 10 gallon setup.
MDShadowMan FTW
MDShadowMan FTW - 8 years ago
Is there a video for a 10 gallon tank? I cant find one anywhere on your channel
ruben ayala
ruben ayala - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom just in
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jimmy G Thanks for watching Jimmy! We're happy to help any time.
Jimmy G
Jimmy G - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Thanks a lot for your time. I have watched your 160 gallon tank to week 17 and now have researched more so now have a more developed plan!
Big Mac
Big Mac - 9 years ago
Wow
Kyle Durrant
Kyle Durrant - 9 years ago
Love your videos. I am just getting started in the hobby. I purchased some reef saver rock from your website. You don't talk about curing the rock in this video. Do I need to cure this rock before cycling the tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Kyle Durrant While it's a best practice to cure the Reef Saver, it's one of the few rocks that has minimal organics on it to break down. The rock is mined from the earth from a fossilized reef versus being collected from the ocean so there isn't a bunch of dead critters on the rock that need to break down during a cure. I would cycle the rock along with the tank all in one shot :)
Jimmy G
Jimmy G - 9 years ago
Hey I love your videos and have been watching them preparing for my first tank. does this sound like a good plan?
pound of live rock for every gallon of water
RINSE sand/coral many times
Then add water... get 5 gal bucket then add salt per gallon so u can control (want salinity in range of 1.020-1.024) fill about 3/4 high
then wait 1 week to put in live rocks(put filter on)
After 1-2 weeks try it out with cheaper fish (Damsils or Malis)
After 2-3 weeks once tank is active, start adding corals
then get into more expensive fish (make sure they get along)
Ana M. Ayala
Ana M. Ayala - 9 years ago
wwe
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Ana M. Ayala Sorry Ana, I'm not sure I understand. :(
alexandra duffield
alexandra duffield - 9 years ago
As a new reefer and an employee of a tropical fish store, I absolutely love your channel! you have so much great knowledge and you make learning FUN!! I've been showing your video's to new employee's and they all love learning new thing's from your video's!! Thanks! and keep up all the great work!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+alexandra duffield Wow, thanks Alexandra! We definitely appreciate it! :)
Mr E Alb
Mr E Alb - 9 years ago
how many fish can you put in a 20gal I have just one clow & bicolor blenny could I add anymore?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Mr E Alb It will depend on your maintenance, feeding habits, and the fish you choose. I probably wouldn't add more than 1 or 2 more smaller fish. :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Chris Mata - I'd recommend using the whole bottle. The bottle is good for up to 30 gallons. I wouldn't recommend installing a hang on the back filter because in all honesty it's unnecessary. The back chamber of the tank, sponge media, and live rock will provide all the filtration you need. Unfortunately this tank is too small for even a juvenile yellow tang. Let me know if you have any other questions!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
+Millz Reefing/Gaming While it might be possible to keep them temporarily like that in the short term, as the tang grows it will likely become stressed and not as healthy compared to a fish being kept in a larger aquarium. Just my .02
Chris Mata
Chris Mata - 9 years ago
3 questions (1)Do you pour the whole bottle of Bio-Spira? (2)Can you put a hang on back filter? (3) Can a yellow tang be kept in this nano reef tank?
Reef Therapy
Reef Therapy - 9 years ago
would adding a block of marine pure to a system this size with live rock and sand be overkill?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+BJ Nunn It certainly wouldn't hurt with proper cleaning, but I don't think it would be necessary in a tank this size with the amount of rock and sand that comes with the kit.
Ricardo Trujillo
Ricardo Trujillo - 9 years ago
Heyy how much would I spend in total for a tank like that?? Also what's the cost to maintain a small aquarium like this per month? :) thank you!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Ricardo Trujillo We actually sell this setup with everything you need to get started here:

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/nuvo-fusion-20-gallon-starter-tank-kit.html



It will really depend on your habits, but I would probably estimate you'd be looking to spend 30-50 dollars a month roughly between corals, fish, water, salt, and electricity. It will really be different for everyone though. :)
Abdullah Al-Azmi
Abdullah Al-Azmi - 9 years ago
Can I keep a two barred possum wrasse in this tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Abdullah Al-Azmi This would be a great tank for possum wrasses. :)
The Fail Gamer
The Fail Gamer - 9 years ago
what is that blue and yellow fish with the long nose in that tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+BMAN621 Abdullah's got it. Another common name is Orange Spot Filefish or Harlequin Filefish. They are a very difficult fish to care for, so be sure to do plenty of research
Abdullah Al-Azmi
Abdullah Al-Azmi - 9 years ago
Long nosed filefish.. Unless you're and absolute expert with reef aquariums, avoid these fish at all costs.
Sockuu Rockuu
Sockuu Rockuu - 9 years ago
Any tanks specific for moon jellyfish? Is the jellyfish art tank any good?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Sockuu Rockuu Nothing that we carry unfortunately except for species like the Upside Down Jellyfish. For 99% of jellies you'll need a kreisel tank.
eZ Nubs
eZ Nubs - 9 years ago
So do you have to just keep buying starfish to feed the harlequin shrimp?
eZ Nubs
eZ Nubs - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom such an expensive creature to feed. Not for the beginner reefer I suppose?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+eZ Nubs Yup, they eat about three a month.
Juan Cervantes
Juan Cervantes - 9 years ago
ill definitely look up in to it thanks :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Juan Cervantes No problem! Let us know if you have any questions.
Juan Cervantes
Juan Cervantes - 9 years ago
I want to start a reef tank but don't know what a good starter tank looking for a 30 to 40 gallon
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Juan Cervantes I would recommend one of the Innovative Marine Fusion 30s or 40s. They are really cool tanks, and perfect for a beginning setup.
africansnowqueen
africansnowqueen - 9 years ago
I'm looking for info on starting a seahorse tank. Can you help?
sygy
sygy - 9 years ago
+africansnowqueen as far as i know, you can keep a pair in a 30 gallon. put branching decorations, because they like to hang on them
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+africansnowqueen Sure thing! Do you have any specific questions I can help with?
Gary Flores
Gary Flores - 9 years ago
how many 3 inch fish could I fit in a 20 gallon reef
Gary Flores
Gary Flores - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom yeah I've heard that they feed constantly on copepods. So I would need a large established tank. But I'll see if pod supplement with many porous rocks can do for me. Can't wait for the next week of 52 weeks of reefing!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Gary Flores It's all good! That's a solid fish choice but I would probably recommend going with a fish other than a mandarin since they are very hard to keep well fed, especially in a smaller tank. :)
Gary Flores
Gary Flores - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I think I may have flagged your comment by accident sorry
Gary Flores
Gary Flores - 9 years ago
I was planning on having a clown goby, six line wrasse, and green mandarin probably another smaller fish. Thank you your channel is awesome.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Gary Flores I would say 2 to 4 depending on your maintenance schedule and the type of fish.
Eric Manning
Eric Manning - 9 years ago
hey BRS, how is your orangespotted Filefish doing in your tank? I hear they can be pretty tough to care for in a captive setting since they need to be weened off of acropora.
Eric Manning
Eric Manning - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom
Did the fish go after any other corals in the tank? I have a fusion 20 and it it will mostly be a reef tank, softies and LPS, and some frags of SPS. If I go with this fish I don't really want him eating my other corals, but I know I need to supplement some SPS and try that trick with the brine shrimp on the skeletons
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Eric Manning They indeed are a tricky fish. Chad has had tons of success with them though. He trains them onto frozen food with acro skeletons smeared with brine shrimp. The fish is still alive, well, and happy, but Chad recently sold him to a buddy. He's now looking for a pair :)
Axel N
Axel N - 9 years ago
Hi, I was watching an older version of this video and then saw your link on the comments to this video. My question is, on the other video, replacing the water after the fish have already been in it you say not to mix salt because the salt from the water that has evaporated is still there but in this video you don't mention that. What should I do?
Axel N
Axel N - 9 years ago
Oooh okay I get it!!! Thank you so much!!! I appreciate the reply!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Supreme 213 I think you might be mixing up water changes and top off, which is totally fine :) For doing water changes you will need to remove the water from the tank (which includes water, salt, and nutrients) and replace it with freshly mixed saltwater. Topoff on the other hand is done with freshwater when the water level in the tank drops from evaporation. Salt doesn't evaporate, so in this situation you only need to "top off" the tank with fresh water.
Delgangster
Delgangster - 9 years ago
For a 20 gallon tank which has had a few months to settle and no more than three to four fishes, adding easy corals requires what kind of water additives? Is there any combination that will only require normal water changes and no additives?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Delgangster Soft corals like leathers, zoanthids, and star polyps require similar elements to their skeleton-building cousins, but in much lower amounts. If you kept strictly soft corals usually weekly water changes are more than enough to keep them happy and healthy. Stony corals like SPS and LPS on the other hand actively build their own skeletons, so keeping more than a few in this tank would likely require dosing beyond the weekly water change. :)
MrDumpling
MrDumpling - 9 years ago
Hi. I am planning to start my first reef tank soon and was wondering, if you use calcium and trace element additives, will it make it so I don't have to do water changes as often?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+MrDumpling It really depends on what you are keeping in the tank. Water changes perform two different functions. They replace consumed ions, minerals, and elements that your corals and fish use to grow. They also remove waste from the aquarium like nitrate, phosphate, and even allelopathic chemicals. Adding calcium or trace elements to the tank will help to solve one of the functions of a water change, but waste will still build up in the tank. On a 20 gallon tank weekly 10-20% water changes would be ideal, but you could probably get away with 20-40% every 2 weeks and still have a successful tank. :)
MonkeyMaxMinecraft
MonkeyMaxMinecraft - 9 years ago
what was that like long pipe mouth fish in that tank?
MonkeyMaxMinecraft
MonkeyMaxMinecraft - 9 years ago
cool, ok thank you!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+MonkeyMaxMinecraft That is most likely the Orange Spotted FileFish. They are a very difficult fish to keep, but really cool!
Team Plazma TCG
Team Plazma TCG - 9 years ago
Would an Orange-Spotted Filefish be good for a beginner?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Diver Nate Unfortunately they are a fish that I would consider extremely difficult to keep successfully. I would only attempt to keep them after doing a ton of research on them. :)
thecubanknightanole
thecubanknightanole - 9 years ago
Bro did y'all just do a video ment for beginners and put harlequin shrimp, orange spot file fish, and a deep sea candy basslet in it really man
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+thecubanknightanole Haha, I guess we did. It's a very versatile tank though, whether you're new to the hobby or an experienced vet. :P
bracka69
bracka69 - 9 years ago
Thanks!!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+bracka69 No problem!
bracka69
bracka69 - 9 years ago
Ok thanks. Also I live on an Island and we have a lot of dead coral and rocks that's been washed up on the shore for many years due to storm/hurricane damage. Would I have to cure these rocks if I wanted to use them?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+bracka69 I'm not sure on the legality of removing rock from the beach, but you would need to cure it before use :)
americagamer
americagamer - 9 years ago
how would you a refgium to the tamk
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Keith Archer With this tank specifically you could purchase a hang on back refugium like the CPR options, or even by converting one of the filtration chambers in the back to a fuge.
deadeye4047
deadeye4047 - 9 years ago
I have a 55gal tank and I want to reactivate it. I had an eel in it last time and my tank crashed. What would you recommend I put in it as a reef tank? No matter how I plan it, something feels off... wrong. I do have my heart set on a sunken ship theme, though.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+deadeye4047 Ok, very cool! I would probably research drilling the tank since adding a sump is one of the best ways to hide equipment and offer quality filtration. You can probably aquascape some cool structures to fit that sunken ship theme. :)
deadeye4047
deadeye4047 - 9 years ago
Nothing fancy, Zoas, Mushrooms, maybe a candy tree soft coral, and five easy to keep fish. and No. I'm saving all of the cool hard-to-keep stuff for a better tank. I have no sump, skimmer, nothing but freshwater filters. I'm lookin' for a job so that I can save up for the advanced equipment.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+deadeye4047 What type of corals do you plan on keeping? Is the tank drilled for an overflow?
bracka69
bracka69 - 9 years ago
Was the rock cured before putting it in the tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+bracka69 The Reef Saver rock that is included with the kit is a mined rock and has extremely limited organic material on the rock. This means it really doesn't need much curing. The bacterial supplement Bio-Spira included with the kit provides the bacterial population for the rock very quickly to help cycle the tank.
James Phillip
James Phillip - 9 years ago
Hi, i will be getting a 20g tank next month, one thing i cannot find in my hours of research is how many fish is suitable for a 20g tank? if we use the one you have set up in this video roughly how many small fish would you think is a safe amount? thanks :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+James Phillip Thanks!
James Phillip
James Phillip - 9 years ago
Nice one thanks, keep up the great videos!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+James Phillip It depends on the species and the adult size of the fish, but I would say anywhere from 2-5 heavily dependent on their adult size.
Anthony Evola
Anthony Evola - 9 years ago
Do i need a protein skimmer for a tank this size?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+A.E. Reptiles On a tank this size usually weekly water changes are more affordable and effective :)
Anthony Evola
Anthony Evola - 9 years ago
What type of fish is that blue and yellow one? Its a very nice specimen
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+A.E. Reptiles Chances are you are looking at the Orange Spotted Filefish or Harlequin Filefish. They are a very difficult fish to feed and keep but they are very cool!
Gabriel Seegobin
Gabriel Seegobin - 9 years ago
is it possible to start a tank with "dead sand" and "dead rock" then just adding bacteria? when would a skimmer and a filter be beneficial? and on average how much would you guys say it would be to start a 55 gallon tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Gabriel Seegobin Kamil has some good points. It can take a little longer to setup, but we effectively did a pretty similar thing with this tank. Cost wise I would recommend looking at getting a 40 Breeder instead since they are shorter which results in less dollars spent in lighting and they are much easier to aquascape.
Kamil Owsik
Kamil Owsik - 9 years ago
+Gabriel Seegobin You can start on dead sand and rock, but you will have to wait little longer before puting there animals. About costs try to read on reefcentral
hyun-Ae Pak
hyun-Ae Pak - 9 years ago
we cant buy it off u dont deliver in uk
jandrew920
jandrew920 - 9 years ago
I am debating between this one and the Fluval Sea M-60. How do you see the difference between the two?

I can see they are similar in style- but hard to do a direct cost comparison given it comes with a stand, while here you are offering the whole kit without a stand. I know their protein skimmer is sub-standard that comes with the tank, but its led lights are OK.
Abdullah Al-Azmi
Abdullah Al-Azmi - 9 years ago
The sps/lps classification is just a load of bullshit. A good example is the genetic similarities between goniopora and acroporas
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Abdullah Al-Azmi Agreed! Scientifically speaking that's why latin names are so important. For the average reef hobbyist though classifying corals into LPS, SPS, and softies makes things much easier to deal with :P
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+GoPro OrGoHome - Those are Harlequin Shrimp. Really cool shrimp that strictly eat starfish. Tough to care for but really cool.
MASON MITCHELL
MASON MITCHELL - 8 years ago
my dad found a Harlequin shrimp at a local pet store, and we're thinking about getting it for our new fully cycled 20 gallon reef tank.
Jon Pastore
Jon Pastore - 9 years ago
At 4:52 what were those crabs like creatures pulling the starfish
paulybluesky
paulybluesky - 8 years ago
harlequin shrimp
Mike
Mike - 9 years ago
Hello BRS, I have a 50 gallon already set up and I'm starting a new 90 gallon and am wondering if adding cured live rock along with the Bio-Spira would quicken the cycling process?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Mike H Yup, it definitely would! Just monitor your parameters and follow the directions on the BioSpira.
Fraysreef
Fraysreef - 9 years ago
Hey Brs I have my lights off, cured rock some die off, live sand, gfo+carbon reactor, ph stable, salinity 35/36, ammonia high_ rest zero : would this suggest I'm at the start of a cycle?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+tropicalcentral Yup! Exactly! You're going to start noticing that your nitrite will begin to rise while your ammonia falls, and then the same phenomena will happen with the nitrite and nitrate.
Fraysreef
Fraysreef - 9 years ago
I have just received today a pallet of equipment and have finished building my nano 20 Kessil tank cheers BRS for all the advice
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+tropicalcentral Awesome! Happy to hear it. :)
Joseph Nassif
Joseph Nassif - 9 years ago
hey does anyone know what the blue and yellow fish is called at 6:32 ?!?!? please tell me !!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Joseph Nassif No problem!
Joseph Nassif
Joseph Nassif - 9 years ago
thank you man 
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Joseph Nassif That's a Orange Spot Filefish or Harlequin Filefish. Very difficult fish to keep, but very cool. I'd definitely recommend doing your research on keeping them in captivity before taking the plunge.
Rene
Rene - 9 years ago
I have a fluval aquasky led aquarium light for a 40 gallon salt water tank. I only have 2 clown fish, an anemone, live rock and live sand.i have been thinking to add more fish since the clown fish have been there for about 2 months but still haven't really came to a conclusion of what to get next. What are other great hardy fish? I'm thinking about getting corals but I'm not sure if the lighting would be good enough to be able to maintain them...any advice?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Rene I really like wrasse, gobies, and basslets for tanks around that size. You could do a flasher wrasse, or some sand dwelling gobies like a Yellow Watchman, or even a Royal Gramma basslet. Usually anemones are more light demanding than some corals, so you should be able to add some lower light corals like zoanthids, LPS, and leather corals.
Mda Official
Mda Official - 9 years ago
Hey how'd you get that filefish to eat?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Mda Official It's a process to say the least. Chad has this one feeding on pellets from an auto-feeder. The key is to "smear" thawed frozen brine shrimp onto a dead acropora skeleton and then freeze it. To feed the fish you just drop the frozen acro skeleton in the tank (preferably in a quarantine tank with the filefish as the sole resident) and he will nip at it thinking the frozen brine shrimp are acropora polyps. Over time you'll notice that the fish will start to eat the brine shrimp that also fall off the skeleton. At this time the fish should eat regular thawed frozen brine without any hiccups. The fish will eventually start to show interest in pellets, and you'll want to transition over to feeding pellets to the tank 3-4 times a day as pellets hold a ton of nutrition in a small package which is ideal for the harlequin filefish :)
Poblado Francisco Paz
Poblado Francisco Paz - 9 years ago
Hi guys, do you have this kit with larger tanks?
Poblado Francisco Paz
Poblado Francisco Paz - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thank you very much
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Poblado Francisco Paz Yup! There is defintely room. Innovative Marine even makes an awesome little skimmer that is designed for the tank, called the Ghost.


http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/auqa-gadget-skimmate-desktop-ghost-skimmer-innovative-marine.html
Poblado Francisco Paz
Poblado Francisco Paz - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks, does this tank has room for a hang on protrein skimmer and hang on refugium? Thank you for your videos, They make me want to set up a reef tank, but i have to save some more, than you
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Poblado Francisco Paz Not currently, but we are in the process of setting up some more kits. :)
Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos
Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos - 9 years ago
Theres any type of anemone that can be put in  this tank?pls answer
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos No problem!
Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos
Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Thanks you so much!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos You should be able to keep some bubble tips without any issues.
Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos
Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos - 9 years ago
Theres any type of anemone that can be put in  this tank?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jose Carlos Rambla Molinos We have a few people keeping bubble tips in them here at work and they look great!
Keegan Senyk
Keegan Senyk - 9 years ago
I still don't really get how you get the right salt level and how to maintain it
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Keegan Senyk No problem!
Keegan Senyk
Keegan Senyk - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom thanks thought you wouldn't reply
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Keegan Senyk The key here is the refractometer included with the kit. A quick sample of water and a quick reading will tell you what your salinity is. Mixing the water is tricky at first, but gets a lot easier once you get a little experience under your belt. It's basically adding a little bit of salt, testing, and then adjusting. :) Feel free to give us a call at 763.432.9691 and we can help you out over the phone.
666baraka
666baraka - 9 years ago
do you have to use RO water in setup
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+666baraka You don't have to which is why we included the dechlorinator with this kit, but using RODI is the best way to do it.
sriphinn
sriphinn - 9 years ago
Tell us more about that orange spotted filefish! Was it actually eating pellets?

Also, I love that every cubicle in the office has its own fish tank!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sriphinn Yup! She is eating pellets and gets fed multiple times throughout the day. Chad is on the lookout for a male too for her! It's pretty nice having our own little slice of the ocean at our desk.
F3de91
F3de91 - 9 years ago
Name fish at 6:32 minutes?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Venom That is a Oxymonacanthus longirostris aka the Orange Spotted Filefish :) I would recommend doing a ton of research on them though because they are a super difficult fish to keep in an aquarium, especially a smaller setup since they require so much food. In the wild they only eat the polyps of acropora corals and getting them to eat prepared foods in our tanks is a challenge to say the least.
EricTheFourth
EricTheFourth - 9 years ago
Hey guys,   just started my own Biocube 29 project!  Check out my mods and tell me what you think!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+EricTheFourth Lookin good! Digging that LED retrofit.
Andrew Fierro
Andrew Fierro - 9 years ago
How many GPH for a regualr 20 Gallon
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Andrew Fierro For return flow, or for flow provided by powerheads/wavemakers?
Andrew Fierro
Andrew Fierro - 9 years ago
?
BerkeleyBuilt
BerkeleyBuilt - 9 years ago
Did you play Mike TV in Willy Wonka?!
risinflight
risinflight - 9 years ago
The black n white one
risinflight
risinflight - 9 years ago
What kinda clownfish is that???
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+risinflight There is a Picasso Nebula percula, and a Platinum percula. :)
GoldFish Ford
GoldFish Ford - 9 years ago
Awesome video!! Please take a look at my channel? I post videos of my monster fish tanks, saltwater fish and my freshwater dolphin fish! I would love to hear your feedback! If you like please subscribe thank you!
GoldFish Ford
GoldFish Ford - 9 years ago
He's in a 50 gallon tank now. Thank you and I just subscribed to your channel!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+GoldFish Ford Nice! They look pretty cool. Just out of curiosity, what size tank are you keeping him in?
GoldFish Ford
GoldFish Ford - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom They are some awesome fish that act just like dolphins!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+GoldFish Ford Very nice! Haven't heard of the freshwater dolphin fish before.
bocajuniors09
bocajuniors09 - 9 years ago
I have the same tank, had it for 6 months and I have for lighting the XR15 pro. I need you help figuring out the light schedule for this tank... I have algae growing in the sand and I think is because of how long the light is on thanks .
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+bocajuniors09 This will depend on a couple factors, but generally you'll want your photoperiod to be about 8 hours.
Jacks fish tanks
Jacks fish tanks - 9 years ago
i have a 10 gallon rimless tank with no back compartment is the a good skimmer that is HOB for that size tank and what would be a good lighting option.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jacks fish tanks To be honest I would probably just stick with weekly water changes to control your nutrients. If I had to choose, the Slim Skim would be a good choice, but keep in mind it is an in-tank skimmer and will eat up a little real estate in your tank. I would measure to make sure it fits. For lighting I would run something like an AI Prime, Kessil A160, or an EcoTech XR15.
Jacks fish tanks
Jacks fish tanks - 9 years ago
+Jacks fish tanks Hydor Slim-Skim Nano Protein Skimmer?
Nagesh Maurya
Nagesh Maurya - 9 years ago
protein skimmer isnt required?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Nagesh Maurya On a smaller setup like this usually water changes are all that you need for nutrient control. Adding a small skimmer can't hurt though!
James Gabriel Verallo
James Gabriel Verallo - 9 years ago
Hi! I really find your videos informative! I am an aspiring Reef Tanker and I would like to ask you if you could guide me in this hobby? I'm based in the Philippines by the way and marine fishes here are way too cheap (imagine having 10 pairs of Clownfishes for just 1 buck sold by fishermen). I have started with a 20 gallon tank but I guess this is too small. Aside from clownfishes, I have butterflyfishes and angelfishes and I read online that butterfly and angelfishes needs a bigger tank. I would really love to hear from you. Hope it's ok. Thanks!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+James Gabriel Verallo Awesome! That sounds like a great idea.
James Gabriel Verallo
James Gabriel Verallo - 9 years ago
I just bought a 65g tank this morning and Im planning to turn my 20g tank into a sump. Is that a nice idea?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+James Gabriel Verallo Ok, very cool! It depends on which species of angel and butterfly you have, but generally speaking they do require larger tanks. Some dwarf species can be housed in 20 gallon tanks, but generally the larger the better. :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Dalton Plaisted - It can take a little while.  Anywhere from a few hours to a few days is normal.
eaglboys
eaglboys - 9 years ago
How long does it tank for the sand to settle?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+TheReminx With a little added filtration from a filter sock it can be shorter, but 2 days sounds pretty reasonable :P
NeekTheFreak
NeekTheFreak - 9 years ago
I'm going to be buying a 30 Long tank from IM pretty soon. Wanted to know if there's enough room in the back for the skimmer and TWO reactors.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+trurock1 I would measure the skimmer and reactor and factor in another reactor and compare to this chart:


http://innovative-marine.com/nuvo-aquarium/specs/micro30L-spec-sheet.pdf
NeekTheFreak
NeekTheFreak - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom I currently have a Hydor Nano Slim skim and one IM Midsize reactor. I don't know if my Slim Skim will fit. but if not ill most likely upgrade to the IM ghost so everything matches.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+trurock1 Which skimmer and reactors are you looking to add?
4thGloryMonday
4thGloryMonday - 9 years ago
Hahahaa at 4:50 there are two shrimp dragging a starfish off to make him their dinner.
4thGloryMonday
4thGloryMonday - 9 years ago
sure would like to have a pair of those shrimp but dont think the feeding requirements are worth the hasell, happy reefing
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+4thGloryMonday Some people will freeze the starfish limbs, for a long term food solution but I don't have the heart to do that.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Menibor1 Very cool little buggers. They are one of the coolest parts of Chad's tank.
4thGloryMonday
4thGloryMonday - 9 years ago
would love to have two of those n my tank, dont htink i want the hassel of keeping live starfish either
Menibor1
Menibor1 - 9 years ago
They are harlequin shrimp....they only eat starfish nothing else.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+4thGloryMonday Oh yeah, they are very slow eaters. :P
4thGloryMonday
4thGloryMonday - 9 years ago
bet those would feed those shrimp for a month, haha and my wife got mad when i started feeding my turtle goldfish
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+4thGloryMonday Yep, they are basically purchased as food for those shrimp :)
4thGloryMonday
4thGloryMonday - 9 years ago
me too but those choclate chip starfish arent that expensive
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+4thGloryMonday Yummy :P
Joey Butswinkas
Joey Butswinkas - 9 years ago
What is that Green "Tree" Coral on the left of the tank? Looks great and would love to put it in my nuvo 20. Thanks for the setup vid really cool setup.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Alan Rodriguez Thanks! Usually in a tank this size weekly water changes are enough to keep your parameters stable. Testing certainly wouldn't hurt though :P
Two Fish
Two Fish - 9 years ago
+Joey Butswinkas Great vid by BRStv, however they left out an important part in a reefers life, test kits and supplements for your coral and the basics of nitrification.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Joey Butswinkas That's a neon green nephthea. Awesome colors, and easy to care for. :)
Mark Morgan
Mark Morgan - 9 years ago
bio spira*
Mark Morgan
Mark Morgan - 9 years ago
i bought a 250 ml bottle of bio spiral because it was on sale so i figured why not get the bigger bottle haha....can anyone tell me how much to add to a new 10 gallon tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Mark Morgan A 100ml bottle is good for a 30 gallon tank, which means you would only need about 30ml for a 10 gallon. I'd continue to dose that every few days until the bottle is gone.
jason williams
jason williams - 9 years ago
How many fish can I have roughly in a 20 gallon tank like clown fish adult size just say
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jason williams Ocellaris Clownfish max out at around 3 inches so I would probably max it out at 3-ish adult sized fish. The more fish you have, the more often you will need to do maintenance and water changes. :)
alex chuck
alex chuck - 9 years ago
This starter kit is a little overpriced
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+alex chuck You do end up saving around $100 with the kit versus purchasing everything individually. Plus it ships free. :P
jason williams
jason williams - 9 years ago
I have the same tank 20 gallon not running yet just making sure I have everything I need first until I cycle my tank
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jason williams Awesome!
jason williams
jason williams - 9 years ago
I'm doing soft corals and do I need a wave maker for my tank and what does the better powerhead do for me
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jason williams What size tank are you running and how much flow do you currently have?
jason williams
jason williams - 9 years ago
hi i have the same tank you reviewed do i need only one wave maker and what media or other components in the back of the back sump
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jason williams It depends on the corals you are keeping, however I would recommend a powerhead that moves around 400 gallons per hour. The media that comes with the tank is pretty good stuff, but you can always use media bags with GFO or Carbon in them as well.
Jeramie Scott
Jeramie Scott - 9 years ago
UPS just dropped off my reef saver dry rock. its looks great and I cant decide on the layout i want to do now lol.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jeramie Scott Sweet! I've always been partial to the island look.
cheesefacejoe
cheesefacejoe - 9 years ago
How long will the starter kit be on your site? Thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Billy Bob Joe No problem. We should have it indefinitely, or at least until something in the kit is discontinued.
Mr.White
Mr.White - 9 years ago
you guys should make a super nano tank set up video. 5 gallons or less.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+ufaso urias Maybe in the future! That's a good idea. :)
Andrew Hales
Andrew Hales - 9 years ago
You guys are awesome.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jason Layton Thanks a ton, and thanks for watching Jason! :)
Draco Storm
Draco Storm - 9 years ago
Also, if I use the bio-spira, is it then not necessary to use any other means of kick starting the nitrogen cycle?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Draco Storm No problem!
Draco Storm
Draco Storm - 9 years ago
Alright. I think I would rather just ghost feed to supply a source of ammonia rather than put my fish in there. Thanks for the help though!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Draco Storm Haha, exactly. It populates your tank with millions of bacteria ready to nitrify ammonia into nitrate.
Draco Storm
Draco Storm - 9 years ago
So does bio spira basically just instantly cycles the tank and gets its ready for fish, making the water stay at unharmful levels? Sounds fishy (no pun intended)...
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Draco Storm The biospira is actually effective enough to filter the waste from a single small fish. :)
Draco Storm
Draco Storm - 9 years ago
Immediately? Should 't I wait until the ammonia and nitrites go down and I do my first water change?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Draco Storm Yup, exactly. You do need to add a fish after adding the biospira to help feed the bacteria.
Draco Storm
Draco Storm - 9 years ago
Couple of questions on mixing the salt water. First of all, I have heard a lot of bad things about using a de-chlorinator as opposed to RO/DI water and also that you shouldn't put the salt water in the day you mix it. My other question is do I have to use a heater/thermometer when mixing the water to keep it the same temp as my fish tank. Also, is it necessary to use a powerhead to mix the water or is it fine to let it dissolve on its own.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Draco Storm No problem!
Draco Storm
Draco Storm - 9 years ago
Will do, thank you!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Draco Storm If you can swing it I would recommend both, however if you want to mix by hand you could do a small (and cheap) air pump, and a heater in a 5 gallon bucket.
Draco Storm
Draco Storm - 9 years ago
Ok. The only problem is I have a 10 gallon tank so I am probably going to do only a 1 gallon water change once or twice a week. I don't know how I could fit or even afford both an extra heater and a powerhead. Do you think I will be fine without at least the powerhead?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Draco Storm Sure thing! De-chlorinator works in a pinch, and usually is enough to get you started in the hobby. With that being said the best thing to do would be to use RODI water to mix your salt which will give you the best possible starting point. I'd recommend waiting an hour or two before adding the mixed water to the tank just to ensure that the salt has had ample time to dissolve. I would definitely recommend heating the saltwater and mixing with a power head. This way you can ensure the water is the same temperature as the tank to minimize the stress on it's inhabitants, as well as providing highly oxygenated water during the change-out. :)
erick delgado
erick delgado - 9 years ago
What is the name of that fish that is white and yellow that kinda looks like a pipe fish??
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+erick delgado No problem! They are really cool, but definitely do your research on them since they are super hard to keep. :)
erick delgado
erick delgado - 9 years ago
yes it was the orange spotted filefish! thank you for telling me its a beautiful fish
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+erick delgado Yellow lines or yellow dots? If it's lines it would probably be the Candy Basslet, if it's the ones with dots you are probably looking at the Orange Spotted Filefish.
Leonardo Villa
Leonardo Villa - 9 years ago
Do you need the protein skimmer and the sump for this tank? Yes or no
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Leonardo Villa The sump is actually built into the back of the tank. You also don't need a protein skimmer since water changes are likely enough to control nutrients in the tank. Adding a skimmer wouldn't hurt anything though. :)
AquaScapeGoat TV
AquaScapeGoat TV - 9 years ago
Loving the fish at 6:32 what is it called?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+AquaScapeGoat TV That is a Oxymonacanthus longirostris aka the Orange Spotted Filefish :) It's a difficult fish to keep, but once they are eating and are fed often they are very cool fish.
Jose Tufino
Jose Tufino - 9 years ago
I love saltwater fish . N I want to know how to keep one nano aquarium
MrJdanp
MrJdanp - 9 years ago
Really like this tank and love the videos! I'll be heading back to university in a about a month and would love to get one of these bad boys to take with me so I can continue the hobby at school. However, I'm concerned with the water that will be available to me. As far as I can tell there is no lfs in the area of my school where I could buy water.

Would the distilled water that you can buy in gallon jugs from the grocery store work as well as RO/DI water?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+MrJdanp This tank would be an excellent choice. I was in the same situation in college and ended up using bottled RO water by the jug. This is purely speculation on my part, but there's copper plumbing involved with distillation, and I like to keep my tanks far away from it if at all possible.
Nano Reef Freak
Nano Reef Freak - 9 years ago
I love my Nuvo fusion tank! I upload videos every couple days check out my channel :)
ahmed alramadan
ahmed alramadan - 9 years ago
whats that type of fish you showed at 0:26, the green with orange dots
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+ahmed alramadan That is a Oxymonacanthus longirostris aka the Orange Spotted Filefish :) Difficult fish to keep, but once they are eating and are fed often they are very cool fish.
Ricardo Moreno
Ricardo Moreno - 9 years ago
Can you guys send things to México?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Ricardo Moreno Unfortunately we can currently only ship to the US and Canada. International shipping is always on our mind though!
sam schwartz
sam schwartz - 9 years ago
Has it been difficult to keep the harlequin filefish Alive or have you been able to get him to eat frozen foods?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+sam schwartz Chad has actually had a lot of experience with these fish. He has this one feeding on pellets from an auto-feeder. The key is to "smear" thawed frozen brine shrimp onto a dead acropora skeleton and then freeze it. To feed the fish you just drop the frozen acro skeleton in the tank (preferably in a quarantine tank with the filefish as the sole resident) and he will nip at it thinking the frozen brine shrimp are acropora polyps. Over time you'll notice that the fish will start to eat the brine shrimp that also fall off the skeleton. At this time the fish should eat regular thawed frozen brine without any hiccups. The fish will eventually start to show interest in pellets, and you'll want to transition over to feeding pellets to the tank 3-4 times a day as pellets hold a ton of nutrition in a small package which is ideal for the harlequin filefish :)
Ricardo Moreno
Ricardo Moreno - 9 years ago
Hello, I am Ricky from México. I am having a really hard time starting my skimmer. It seam that it does not make bubbles, what should I do? Pleas help.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Ricardo Moreno Hey there Ricky! Do you have any blockages in the air line? Sometimes salt can build up in there and clog the air-flow.
Justin Courts
Justin Courts - 9 years ago
The clips that hold up the screen what are that called I ordered some screen material for the web site but forgot the clips and my tank is a rimless 60 gallon cube. So nothing to set the screen on
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Justin Courts We ended up quickly making our own with some thin acrylic and solvent. They have worked pretty well. You can also use some small magnets like these to hold the top:


http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/oceans-wonders-n52-v2-mag-rack-replacement-magnets.html
Reefer Nanoman
Reefer Nanoman - 9 years ago
I see those nice Kessils in the back. I love my A160we!
Reefer Nanoman
Reefer Nanoman - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom Nice!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jose Calderon We do have one we are evaluating over a frag tank here in the office. So far color us impressed! You can catch a glimpse of it here:


https://youtu.be/UHeW1UFIZCQ?t=33s
Reefer Nanoman
Reefer Nanoman - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom When are you guys and gals going to set up a tank with the new Kessil Ap700? That would be epic! ;)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jose Calderon We do indeed have quite a few of them in the office. They are awesome!
Yup it’s me Mikey
Yup it’s me Mikey - 9 years ago
Do soft coral need any dosing ?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+88MVELA True soft corals like leathers, zoanthids, star polyps, and others will benefit from dosing, however they won't consume alkalinity and calcium as aggressively as LPS and SPS corals. Usually water changes with a high quality salt in a tank this size is more than enough to keep soft corals, and even most LPS happy and healthy. :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Drum4Life - Nope!  Not saying you can't add one, but on a smaller tank like this water changes are often more than enough to maintain water quality.  :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
Same goes for the 40, but a stronger argument could be made for a tank that size for a skimmer
Logan Vallas
Logan Vallas - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom What about on the mini 40 gallon Nuvo?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Leonardo Villa Sweet! No worries
Leonardo Villa
Leonardo Villa - 9 years ago
Thank you guys. I asked the question cause I'm getting this tank in a few days
Reefer Nanoman
Reefer Nanoman - 9 years ago
Nice update to the "how to set up a new nanoreef tank". I love my fusion 10G.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jose Calderon Thanks! They sure are awesome tanks.
HaloSpartan117 HD
HaloSpartan117 HD - 9 years ago
Did you know how to get rid of flatworms ? thanks guys :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+HaloSpartan117 HD It depends on the type you have. I'm assuming its the red planaria variety that live everywhere in the tank. For these guys you can use a chemical treatment like flatworm exit, a natural treatment like adding a wrasse to the tank, or a manual removal method.
CheapSkateSimmer
CheapSkateSimmer - 9 years ago
That's awesome, I wish I had seen something like this when I was researching saltwater tanks, would have made my first SOO much easier.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+NavyGuy2OO7 Totally agree! Glad you like it :)
Drum4Life
Drum4Life - 9 years ago
no skimmer.? :/
Mike Ramos
Mike Ramos - 9 years ago
I can honestly say watching all your videos gives me confidence in starting another tank...
You guys are awesome...
Blacktron
Blacktron - 9 years ago
I'm going to be moving into a new house soon. You can definitely count on me to buy this kit once I get settled in.
Blacktron
Blacktron - 9 years ago
Thanks you guys! Thank you also for the informative tips you guys bring to us new hobbyists. If this new aquarium works out, you may as well consider me to be a regular customer!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+stratoplayer1988 Awesome. Congrats on the new home!
Puff Daddy Reef
Puff Daddy Reef - 9 years ago
It is a great tank! I did a review of it on my channel and demonstrate how good the glass is on it. I have two now =). Still waiting to set the next one up.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Puff Daddy Reef Awesome!
SGT Torres
SGT Torres - 9 years ago
Almost 55,000 subscribers! That's great guys you all have come a long way!! Thanks for all the great videos! Keep up the great work!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Isaac Torres Thanks, and thanks for watching!
shawnriv9
shawnriv9 - 9 years ago
Should I siphon the sand when doing the water change?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+shawnriv9 Everyone pretty much covered it. If your bed is deeper than 1.5-2" then avoid doing so. :)
Pitsta
Pitsta - 9 years ago
Yes, you need to remove the detritus caught in the sand bed but like mentioned above a deep sand bed shouldn't be touched
Alex Bautista
Alex Bautista - 9 years ago
It depends how deep is your sand bed for example:4 to 5 inch means deep sand bed and 1 to 2 or 3 means a shallow sand bed,...this last one should be siphon every water change but the deep sand bed should never be siphon
Aquarium Chaos
Aquarium Chaos - 9 years ago
No
James Wagner
James Wagner - 9 years ago
Absolutely amazing, now if only i could go back in time and show my past self these videos. Just got to save cause I'm getting that kit, it's perfect and well priced.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+James Wagner Haha, thanks! That would be handy wouldn't it?
PRFishGirl
PRFishGirl - 9 years ago
Awesome start up kit
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+mmtorres26 Thanks! Glad you like it :)
djditto47
djditto47 - 9 years ago
Why wait 20 seconds to read the refractometer? I normally add then read immediately.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Andy Young ;)
Andy Young
Andy Young - 9 years ago
You said it better, BRS ;-)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+djditto47 Andy beat me to it. It allows the automatic temperature calibration to function properly. :)
Andy Young
Andy Young - 9 years ago
+djditto47 It normalizes the temperature of the tank water
CJ'S AQUARIUMS
CJ'S AQUARIUMS - 9 years ago
I Love the all in one tanks... If you have a moment can you check out my last vid.. And shoot me a link on a screen top kit on your site that would work for me?? Want to correct this before any fish become suicidal... Great vid by the way!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+CJ'S AQUARIUMS Cool tank! From what I'm seeing it looks like the length of the tank is 26.5". This puts you in a tricky situation where it might be a hair too long for the 24" kit, and a 36" kit would be overkill. So I can't say I know for sure this will work but this is the math I came up with:

Tank is 26.5" long, subtract the thickness of the glass (8mm or .3 inches/.25 to play it safe times 2) = 26"
Subtract thickness of screen top corner connectors (.75 x 2) = 24.50"


Now the length of the rails in the 24" kit is a little over 24", but without factoring that in you could just use it like the math above states knowing you may have a a quarter inch on each side of the tank that isn't covered. That's not too bad considering the netting squares themselves are a quarter inch square. 


So after that lengthy explanation, I would probably just go with the 24" kit found here:


http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/diy-aquarium-screen-top-kits-1-4-netting.html
Peter Cartert
Peter Cartert - 9 years ago
How many clowns for a ten gallon nano?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Peter Cartert Yeah, I would probably say a single fish or a pair.
Weezing818
Weezing818 - 9 years ago
+Peter Cartert

I have successfully kept two clowns in a 10 gallon. No more then that though.
sygy
sygy - 9 years ago
1
Tim English
Tim English - 9 years ago
What's going on at the 4:50? What are they?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Tim English Those little buggers are Harlequin Shrimp. Super cool inverts that feed strictly on starfish. That's why they are dragging that starfish around :P
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 9 years ago
So after a day I can add a fish?
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom ok that is soo cool!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jonathan Crompton Yup! The Biospira helps to cycle the tank quickly by populating the rock and sand with beneficial bacteria making it safe for a fish. You'll want to wait a month or so to add another though.
lil Trajan
lil Trajan - 9 years ago
Yesss thank u!!!!!!
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jonathan Crompton No problem :P Glad you liked it.
Maui Marine
Maui Marine - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom - Has anyone mentioned how awesome you guys are?!?!?!?

And also, for kicks & giggles, can you guys do a 5 gallon nano.....but a super cool 5 gal nano....something completely out of this world?

By the way, you guys are awesome!!!

Aloha from Maui,Hi.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Maui Marine Haha, thanks! Glad you enjoy the channel. We do have a pretty slick 8 gallon that belongs to our video editor that you can see in this video at the 0:38 second mark.
jmsat9225
jmsat9225 - 9 years ago
What type of file fish was included in the beginning of the video
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+jmsat9225 Oxymonacanthus longirostris aka the Orange Spotted Filefish :)
Stephen Morgan
Stephen Morgan - 9 years ago
hey, ive done planted tanks for nearly a decade and felt like taking the next step, which was marine reef tanks. So far the tank has been up about 4 months, I had some zoanthids added to it, and its been doing great, then had some pulsing xenia, again, doing great. A friend I made in the LFS ended up giving me some small SPS frags for FREE, i couldnt resist, but I did the research and went on to creating a better tank for the SPS. a plating montipora, and 3 frags of digitata. They have been doing amazing (2 weeks in) colour is crazy, i can see the polyps extended on them all, however, my softies are closing up? they are on different sides of the tank, so no touching ;) half the zoas still open up, but my xenias just close up? I dont have test kits because Ive generally applied my knowledge ive learnt through the years of planted tanks as they all generally have the same principles. Also, I thought SPS were the harder side of the coral scale to grow? Thanks
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Dexter Morgan Cool! SPS is relatively difficult to care for. Sometimes however, xenia can be just as difficult. Some people have no problem growing tons and tons of it, and then there are others that have a very difficult time even getting it to survive. Usually the latter is in SPS tanks in my experience. The running theory is that xenia likes water that is "dirtier" and doesn't thrive as well in cleaner tanks (like your SPS tank may be). Personally, I would continue doing what you are doing, while also inspecting the closed corals for pests. Zooanthids in general have a lot of parasites and predators out there like zoanthid eating nudibranchs, zoa spiders, zoa pox, and parasitic star fish. Any one of these could be causing the zoas to close, or they may just be adjusting to the tank/light. It's tough to say for sure. Feel free to give us a call at 763.432.9691 if you want to talk further. :)
Curtis Taylor
Curtis Taylor - 9 years ago
What a fantastic video, 100% of the information needed to get started into good reef keeping.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Curtis Taylor Thanks! Glad you enjoyed this episode. :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Cesar Pedraza - Yup!  Following the steps in the video will give you a nice starter tank.
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Hector Hinojosa - They are really cool!
Cesar Pedraza
Cesar Pedraza - 9 years ago
So with this tank, you can support corals and fish with out a skimmer, reactor or other equipment?
Hectorisking Hinojosa
Hectorisking Hinojosa - 9 years ago
I love those tanks need to get one soon!
DIggly Wiggly
DIggly Wiggly - 9 years ago
What kind of shrimp was that when you mentioned "shrimp and goby pairs".
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 8 years ago
What type of filter are you considering? There is quite a bit of filtration built into the back of the tank already.
Raymond Cortez
Raymond Cortez - 8 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom can u put a filter on this tank ?
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Jaire Diggles +Chad Romano got it! Pistol shrimp are awesome little fellas and the perfect compliment to gobies that will host them.
Chad Romano
Chad Romano - 9 years ago
+Jaire Diggles Pistol Shrimp with a Goby. They're fun to watch... I have a pistol shrimp with a Yellow Watchmen Goby.
Patrick Consorte
Patrick Consorte - 9 years ago
Nice. Brs u guys rock :) keep. The great job :) a big hug to the crew
Patrick Consorte
Patrick Consorte - 9 years ago
+BulkReefSupplyCom love the channel the. Company prices and everything. I'm ur number 1 Brazilian fan :)
BulkReefSupplyCom
BulkReefSupplyCom - 9 years ago
+Patrick Consorte Thanks! We appreciate it and we're happy to hear you enjoy the channel.

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