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Sat, 26th Jul 2008, 09:04 AM
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and for the amounts
This will vary based on the needs of your inhabitants, or your future inhabitants. I recommend researching the care (and parameters) of all your current and planned critters, and cater to their needs.
Temperature: some people will go for mid-high 70's. I stay around 81-84.
rapid swings is probably the biggest problem.
amonia and nitrite should be 0 once your tank has cycled.
nitrate should probably be <20 for the fish, and preferably <5 if you have sensative inverts (perhaps the corals you plan to get)
pH 8.0-8.5, stability is important.
specific gravity of 1.025-1.026
I recommend reading a good book or two on marine aquariums to get a foundation. It can help avoid making common mistakes, and also give you a basis to judge and filter through all the internet-based advice.
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