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tina&gary Small Fry Posts: 2 Kudos: 3 Votes: 0 Registered: 19-Apr-2005	Hello this is my first time here. i have just set up my tank after being told different things how long should i wait to add fish to my marine tank once the water levels are ok thanks
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:20
lil_mikey69 Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 3180 Kudos: 2380 Votes: 1 Registered: 22-Jan-2003	I would wait AT LEAST a month. Personally, I didn't add anything untill 6 months after my tank had cycled.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:20
dthurs Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 4340 Kudos: 4170 Votes: 529 Registered: 18-Feb-2003	You should wait a few weeks after setting up the tank. The amount of live rock you use will effect this time. More rock, less time. It will also depend on teh type of fish you want. Clowns can be added early, other fish like tangs need to wait longer. Damsels are offered as starter fish because they are cheep and hardy. But you will wish you had not gotten them after a few months. They are very aggressive. The most important thing you need to remember is take your time. One fish at a time, then wait a month or more. Dan Dan
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:20
tina&gary Small Fry Posts: 2 Kudos: 3 Votes: 0 Registered: 19-Apr-2005	Thanks Dan. As this is our first marine setup any info would be most grateful.we have live rock do we need to keep the light on all the time or do you turn them off at night
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:20
dthurs Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 4340 Kudos: 4170 Votes: 529 Registered: 18-Feb-2003	10 to 12 hours a day will be just fine. That will give your coraline algea enough light. Dan Dan
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:20
terranova Fish Master Posts: 1984 Kudos: 1889 Votes: 229 Registered: 09-Jul-2003	Whatever photoperiod you choose, just make sure it's consistent. Put your tank on timers; that way they lights always go on and off at the same time. Your tank will adjust to this, and many organisms need a regular photoperiod to ensure and enhance survival, growth and productivity. Good luck with your tank! I'm in the process of setting up my first one right now, it's been months of research and planning. -Ferret [hr width='40%'][font color="#000080"] If genies were real and wishes came true, I’d rub the bottle and be holding you, I’d close my eyes, wish upon a star, open my eyes, and there you are… [/font] -Formerly known as the Ferretfish
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:20


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