finbir

Why not install a solar panel? S the sun rotates, u'll need 2 something that constantly captures the rays n reflect the needed illumination constantly.

In terms of intensity n spectrum, nothing beats Mother Nature. Years ago, in the Today's Aquarium magazine, I saw an article featuring a shallow 5' plus aquarium displaying fish, corals and macroalgae under just a pair of ordinary Phillips cool white 840s. Is it because of the right spectrum?

Every now n then, when the return water from the skimmer hits it, the chaeto ball will rotate. But when I pulled the ball apart, the algae is like long thin thread-like strands of hair. That's why I describe it as beehoon. The colour is dark lime green. After a while, the strands will compact into a ball n start rotating again. It's really interesting!

I thought the red stuff in the pic is Red Bamboo n the green ones r they chaeto? My chaeto's like beehoon noodles.

Get those that are 3w each but must cover the screen well. I use a Panasonic warm white spiral of 25w 'cos its red spectrum's gd for the algae.. The result will stun u!

Note that u r not using chaeto but other types of macroalgae. Actually fellow reefers recommend chaeto s they don't explode n turn the water milky. N ur screen is not wholly covered by the red leds. BTW how many led bulbs r u using n what's the wattage of each diode?

U can see plenty of ATS setup on the net. It all depends on the type of sump u use. The ATS can be placed horizontally or hung vertically. U can see ATCraz's Ikea tub version. That's a good setup.

Well, see u have achieved ur goal. Then keep it this way. S 4 me I don't mix my refugium with the ATS.

Either one works well under the right criterria.

U'd be better off using the green mussels, scallops and clams sold at the local wet markets. The last time I hrd of cockles being used was by the Primary Production Department to breed long-clawed freshwater crayfish. It goes something like this: First chop up the meat. Next wash off the blood. After that, use a sieve to separate the finely cut up stuff before feeding according to size of the crayfish. N one needs to remove the leftovers not to mention the waste matter of the crayfish. If 4 fishes, such a situation is a big advantage for an ich outbreak (my opinion n past exp.) Good day.

Hi there, I 've also used the above cure for my fishes after dabbling with the other brands in the market. The dilution could be due to a different formulation viz. old stocks. The main thing to note is that u need to use an alternative medication to stop the adverse reaction after the completion of the treatment. The fins of some of the fishes started to fray (N.B.It's on the bottle that one needs to take note) So I used a medication by Api to save the fishes. The result: Some were saved but some still died. I'd still use Aquapharm (my own opinion) should I get an outbreak of white spots. Good luck. Finbir.

Should be FeSo4 (98%) pure.

Hi cherm, Two yrs ago, I tried to buy from chemical company (can't remember its name) at Kian Teck Road, Jurong. It's listed as poisonous. So I obtained FeSou instead. If u r planning to de-phosphate ur water, u may be interested in reading up the articles b y Nakazoru on the website. Good luck, Finbir( the guy who bought the WP40 from u last yr.)

Hi there again, Though u r using the horizontal method (I wuz using it initially) it'll still be better if u use one of those plastic netting from the hardware store. Mine's green in colour. Scraping the surface to roughen it will definitely get better results. Since u've read Santa Monica's threads, maybe u should try 2 get those red leds used by him. His floating ATS is a prickly plastic box with the threads to enable the algae to grow vertically for better light penetration and easier harvestinng.

It stands for algae turf scrubber. Many of us diy this gadget but some bros get plastic shop 2 do it based on models under Santa Monica's description.

Hi fren, From what I know, u need a piece of roughened mat (use a knife with a scraping edge or a hacksaw blade) and warm white light. If u get blue green algae within a week, then u need stronger lighting.

Hi guys, Get a load of this. My ATS is a Ferorro Roche chocolate box with a 20mm piping and a hardware shop matt. It is lighted by two 25w Panasonic warm white and on for 14h daily. A Big Boy supplies the water input. The growth is fantastic and I harvest every fortnightly. How's that 4 a cheapo diy!

Hi folks, One thing's 4 sure, the ATS really works if one gets the right combo--see Santa Monica's write-ups. Currently using a diy with a transparent plastic box and original pipe n hanging mat lighted by two Panasonic CFL 25w warm white. The whole set-up's hanging in the sump. Try it n enjoy the latest revelation in marine aquaria. I salute Santa Monica 4 showing me a new way 2 enjoy this hobby!

Hi bros, What's the damage for Iwarna's male and female G. Semifasciatus? Thks.

A fish that is noted as an aberration is simply born with a deviation from the usual coloration. A buyer will usually be disappointed when it slowly reverts back to its original coloration unless it suddenly exits the tank via illness. The pain is like paying almost 10 times the price for an orange -fleshed durian only to find that its taste is nothing special.

Lol! Who's angry? Just joining in the conversation only. Angels from the Red Sea r usually the P. maculosus (halfmoon) n the Arusetta asfur (bicolor to some s it also has 2 colors). The true C. bicolor mostly hails from Indonesia. Others like the joculator and the H. venustus also look similar in terms of their having 2 main coloration but r shaped differently.

If it's from the Red Sea then it's obviously the Asfur Angel. The halfmoon or maculosa doesn't even come close to being mistaken 4 a bicolor.

Most likely it's H. Venustus from the Phillipines.

IMO the WP40's a real performer. Currently using in a 4' tank and downsized to DC12v n has been running on different modes since buying it from fellow reefer Cherm without a hitch. Have fun.

Hi there, Those who enjoy fishing as a sport often release their catch. I think it won't be a problem to put a hooked fish in an aquarium. One thing that makes a difference is that this particular Blue-ringed Angelfish is drug-free.