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Hello All!

After some contemplation and then a few weeks of researching online, at an LFS, and at pet supply stores, I have decided to take the leap into the hobby. The closest I've gotten to this before is a couple of betta fish and an aquatic frog in high school, so I am nervous... but I'm going to try my best to be successful with my little tank. MARSH is one forum that has been especially helpful due to its members' location (Houston area), so I decided to register and introduce myself. I will probably register with one or two more forums and use the same username (just in case you "see" me elsewhere).

My initial supplies are on the way (to get started I will have to tackle BRS dry Pukani rock).


Thank you for the valuable information you contribute!

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Hey there.

Welcome into the reefer world.
Lots to learn and forums are a great place to that.
We will see you around and you will find my name on a few as well.
Glad to have even for a lot right now it's a difficult time due to losses of complete systems from the flood.
 

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Welcome! I'm looking for that big "welcome" smiley but I can't find it. Anyway, I always recommend to people to join a local club when you enter the hobby. It's the chance to meet people first hand and remove the doubt of advice on the internet. I'm down to talk shop over a beer anytime, just let me know.
 
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Oh, you are all so nice! Thank you for the welcome.

Diesel, I must admit I feel a bit guilty starting a tank when I know many lost theirs. Not sure what one has to do with the other, but I am just sympathetic, I suppose.

Luman01, I am hesitant to say my tank size. I chose it for a variety of reasons, mostly practical. But I know it's frowned upon.
 

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No one here is going to shame you for having a small tank we all have our reasons! Maybe 10 years ago a nano would be frowned upon but not now! We all gotta start somewhere and if u need a small tanks for whatever reasons to start This amazing hobby then you do it! So what's ur tank size?
 

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Diesel, I must admit I feel a bit guilty starting a tank when I know many lost theirs. Not sure what one has to do with the other, but I am just sympathetic, I suppose

Don't feel that way, never ever.
Many Hobbyist were able to help out by donating corals or holding livestock as their tanks were lucky that they made it through.
In 2008 when Ike hit it was worse on the loses as we had to deal with the damaging wind and ppl were knocked out on power for weeks.
With no back up power your tank is cooked after 24 hrs.
Read up how to be successful in this hobby and it ain't just your weekly water change.
 
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Ok. You made me feel better. I'm starting out with a 13.5 (really 12, you've probably seen it. It is a Fluval). And my focus is on corals. Not just because of the tank size, but because that is what drew me in. The corals. If I thought I could have a successful tank with nothing but corals (no fish, no CUC), I would. But after a lot of thoughtful consideration, I think they all work together (usually) harmoniously and I feel it's important to recreate the corals' natural environment as much as possible. Do you have any info/pics of your tank(s) available?


On a side note: You're 16? I can't even begin to imagine doing this that young. Bravo!
 
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Diesel, thank you for that information. I can't even begin to imagine. All that time, effort, and money. And I'm sure you become attached to one, some, or all of the life in your aquarium. I think it's very kind that people were so helpful. I know in the grand scheme of things, there is a lot more that has been lost. I personally know someone who drowned... but at the same time, it's the small things that can be so helpful and make you feel a bit better... at least that's how I think.
 

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Ok. You made me feel better. I'm starting out with a 13.5 (really 12, you've probably seen it. It is a Fluval). And my focus is on corals. Not just because of the tank size, but because that is what drew me in. The corals. If I thought I could have a successful tank with nothing but corals (no fish, no CUC), I would. But after a lot of thoughtful consideration, I think they all work together (usually) harmoniously and I feel it's important to recreate the corals' natural environment as much as possible. Do you have any info/pics of your tank(s) available?


On a side note: You're 16? I can't even begin to imagine doing this that young. Bravo!
wow I have the same tank but I'm trying to sell it! Gonna start up my own coral farm! ( wink wink) but yea they both work really good together! And you can check out my YouTube channel! My channel name is ROYAL REEFER! I have all my tanks on there! All 5! And the one person I have to thank is my aunt nora she gave me 100$ for my 15th bday and I bought a saltwater tank! And my dad is my bank! But with out him I would not have what I have!
 

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Greecu I started out small as well - currently running a 12.5 gallon tank myself but have finally started the build on a 75. Will be starting on the stand this weekend and possibly the sump as well :)
 

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I'm still waiting for my beer talk!

Welcome! I'm looking for that big "welcome" smiley but I can't find it. Anyway, I always recommend to people to join a local club when you enter the hobby. It's the chance to meet people first hand and remove the doubt of advice on the internet. I'm down to talk shop over a beer anytime, just let me know.
 

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Welcome to MARSH! I look forward to following along on your new build.
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Greecu I started out small as well - currently running a 12.5 gallon tank myself but have finally started the build on a 75. Will be starting on the stand this weekend and possibly the sump as well :)

Early Cuyler, How is your 12.5?
 
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