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  1. johntdaballa

    Live Phytoplankton question

    I just bought some ocean magik from Algaebarn! Box came in hot everything in box was 90+degrees . Most of the pods are dead , fritz turbo start most likely toast , and live phytoplankton I'm unsure of! How can I tell if live phytoplankton is still alive or good to still use? Sent from my...
  2. johntdaballa

    Powder blue acting strange

    Hey guys, I have just bought a powder blue this weekend . It was eating well Saturday and Sunday then today acting strangely. Stays corner of tank during feeding would go after but won’t actually eat. Saturday Sunday I fed spirulina brine I tried nori but wouldn’t go after it . I’m trying to...
  3. johntdaballa

    Running electricity through your tank?

    Just saw this article pretty interesting! lol time to try it :x https://www.newscientist.com/article/2180369-divers-are-attempting-to-regrow-great-barrier-reef-with-electricity/
  4. johntdaballa

    Shooting Mirrorless Sony a6500

    Hey guys, I just purchased a Sony a6500 mirrorless . Wanting to take some of these crisp shots but not sure what lens to get or if a hoya orange filter is worth getting. I bought this camera to take action shots of my daughter gymnastics and used a sony 70-200mm 2.8fs .. Took a few tank...
  5. johntdaballa

    Fat Head Sunburst Anthia

    I was super stoked to get a pair of Fathead Anthias. Had them for 4 months now and trained them to eat PE mysis and Live brine twice a day but one recently stopped eating. One of my favorite anthias https://youtu.be/M9d-zT8y_7E
  6. johntdaballa

    What is this !!!!

    Not sure what this is on my Duncan!!! This white spongeeee texture all over the base and stem of duncun . Is this harmful towards my tank or easily spreadable.? I never seen this before . Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  7. johntdaballa

    One of my Dream tank build ( RedSea Reefer 425 XL)

    Hey Guys, So I've been very indecisive after selling my previous tank. Ever since the move which has been 3+ months now, I thought maybe being tankless would be some what satisfying to know my wallet is staying intact more lol . Which it has, but being tank less is very depressing, Wife gave...
  8. johntdaballa

    Tank of the Quarter !!! Its BACK!

    Tank of the Quarter is back. Will be posting more info on the prize for the winner of ToTQ. I'll also post a link on where to submit your pictures. STAY TUNED!! Tank of the Quarter SUPPORTING MEMBERS ONLY Supporting members can send your picture in for a chance to win. Picture (s)...
  9. johntdaballa

    Current eFlux wave pump

    Has anyone ever used this brands pumps? What are your thoughts . Thinking of getting them for The Hub tank. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  10. johntdaballa

    Microscopic picture of a pest found !!!

    Super cool pictures!!! Just last weekend bought some coral , i dipped a few times with CoralRX and found this booger! I brought it to work to see if i could get a better image. So I've been told it's a bristle worm or Fireworm! So which is it ??????!?? looks like this thing can pack a nice...
  11. johntdaballa

    Beach Cleanup !!

    Hey guys , I have been in contact with a friend that works at Turtle Island Restoration Network. They need help with a sampling project I'll copy and paste the email. Let me know if you are interested. I will keep everyone updated as I get dates!! Thanks guys [emoji16] Sent from my...
  12. johntdaballa

    !!!Chaeto Reactor Build!!!!

    As some of you may know, I am currently working on a chaeto reactor! This will be my small build thread . Feel free to chime in .!! I'm not very good at DiY stuff but will do my best to do so! I have a large AquaaMax reactor and LED from Amazon. Says waterproof IP65 I also have a video I will...
  13. johntdaballa

    Home sweet home

    Finally back from a 2 weekish trip. Friend took care of my [emoji64] baby tank. Found out my nems split but are up close to the top of my tank and close to my power head. Should I move them? Looks like gum stuck on the glass. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. johntdaballa

    Coral ID please ! [emoji3]

    Don't have the best camera in the world . Green with red eyes anyone know the name of this favia? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  15. johntdaballa

    Vibrant competitor ?

    Hey guys, I just came across my weekly check out at kickstarter. Found this product that seems to be a Vibrant competitor. I'm down to give it a try. What do you guys think of this up in coming product...
  16. johntdaballa

    The Hub Houston

    The HUB Houston is bringing belonging to life. I have been working with The Hub Houston for the past few months now. If you are not to familiar with this school, The Hub Houston is a program for high school and young adults with neurological differences. I have talked to the students about...
  17. johntdaballa

    GFO reactors

    Looking to get a GFO reactor have a few in mind . Wanted to get some opinions on what you guys think as for brands of reactors to the pumps. Or maybe others that you guys have used and have success on. Thanks guys I have two little fishies reactor in mind and maxijet pump Two Little Fishies...
  18. johntdaballa

    Pleas ID this algae?

    I'm thinking its cyano !! Some of my rocks are partially covered!! [emoji35] what is the best way to remove or get rid of this red algae?? Turn off lights for a few days and increase flow? Are there any inverts or anything that can eat away this red stuff? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  19. johntdaballa

    Placement of powerheads and settings for lights?

    I've been thinking about repositioning my powerheads. Right now I have 2 mp10 facing eachother. But thinking of changing it to one facing the front of the tank. What type of placement do you have in your tank for your powerheads.? Also what do your settings look like on your Ai or any Led...
  20. johntdaballa

    JJ Watt

    No he's out for at least 8 weeks. What a blow to our season!! [emoji36] [emoji174] Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk
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