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How to Mix your Tanks Salt Water
How to Mix your Tanks Salt Water Not only do you need to mix your saltwater before filling your tank the first time, but you will also need a supply of saltwater on hand for performing weekly water changes. Unlike freshwater aquariums, you cannot simply squeeze in a few drops of aquarium water conditioner and…
Marine Tank Day to Day Tasks
What should you be doing daily Along with feeding my fish twice daily (once in the morning and once in the evening), I top off fresh water lost to evaporation—usually about a half gallon a day, depending on the humidity level in my home. This process can be fairly easily automated, however, eliminating even this…
What should you be doing weekly?
Once a week, it’s a good idea to test your ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and phosphate levels with quality test kits to ensure your tank isn’t experiencing a spike in any of these compounds. As a reef keeper, I also test calcium and alkalinity to make sure they’re in the proper range. Once your system has…