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Sometimes, my zoas overopen and are really curvy on top. Like yolk of an egg when cracked open. Some other zoas, kind of curl up on top like they are trying to "cover up." Why do zoas not fully open sometimes? Do you have these experiences? It is due to intense light? What is the cause for...

Share your top 5 zoanthid growing tips based on your personal experience. What has worked for you?

How can I raise my nitrate levels from zero? I have many zoanthids and am struggling to keep nitrates higher than anything above 0. I have 2 clownfish, 1 bangaii cardinal, and 1 diamond goby in my 30 gallon tank. I feed 3-4 times a day. My skimmer has been off for weeks. Is there any other...

My 150 watt metal halide sits 6 inches above the water surface of my 30 gallon tank. It has a built in cooler so I don't have a problem with the light causing temperature changes in my water. So besides issues of overheating my tank water, should I have any other reason for concern of harmful...

Hey, I have a 150 watt metal halide that I keep over my 29 gallon tank. It is 4 1/2 - 5 inches above water surface. How many hours should I keep my light on for? I would like to hear if you have 150 watt metal halide or 29 gallon tank. I have many zoas and a few sps corals so far; have been...

I am questioning whether my 30 gallon tank is big enough for my diamond goby. The sand is clean and he hides a lot when I enter the room. I don't see him munching on sand a lot during the day. Most of the time he is under rocks in my tank. Although, he did make the entire sand bed yellow to...

Can You Name This Rare Paly For Me? One of my favorites, but I don't know the name.

Hey, I was wondering if I can add tapwater to my saltwater tank? Do I have to dechlorinate? Which method of adding water did you find most successful for your zoas? What is reverse osmosis water?

Did you notice any difference when using marine phytoplankton/ does is help coral growth? What about iodine?

Hey, I have a 29 gallon tank standard dimensions with a 250 watt metal halide light sitting 20 inches above the water surface. Is this too high or should I move it closer to the water surface??

Hey, I was wondering what is the top brand for calcium and alkaline for my tank?

Hi, I just started my saltwater tank and am trying to grow some soft corals. Which soft corals are your 5 favorite? I need ideas of which ones to grow. :five: