I'm just thinking ahead here. Bubbles (GSP) is only about 2in long right now. But I've read ion a couple spots that some keep their adult GSPs in full marine conditions. So I just wanted to start researching ahead of time, cause I know absolutley zero about marine tanks. As in what equipment I need, can I transition a brackish tank to marine, etc. Anyone have any good resources or experience keeping GSPs in marine conditions? If all fairs well I might even start a 100gal marine tank to keep a porcupine puffer.
P.S.: probably in wrong forum, just that Bubbles is in light brackish right now.
Conversion to Marine
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Have you read this article yet?
http://www.thepufferforum.com/articles/ ... togsp.html
It's a good read if you haven't already. It partially answers your questions.
What SG are you at right now?
You won't really need marine conditions until the GSP is a bit larger. Say 4 inches or so. In the meantime you can use a lower SG to save money on salt. Use that saved money to save up for a good protein skimmer and live rock, so that when you are ready to go to full marine, you have the equipment necessary.
http://www.thepufferforum.com/articles/ ... togsp.html
It's a good read if you haven't already. It partially answers your questions.
What SG are you at right now?
You won't really need marine conditions until the GSP is a bit larger. Say 4 inches or so. In the meantime you can use a lower SG to save money on salt. Use that saved money to save up for a good protein skimmer and live rock, so that when you are ready to go to full marine, you have the equipment necessary.
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GSPs (and Ceylons) do not actually have to live in full marine, but strangley enough, full marine is easier and cheaper to manage than mid to high brackish. That is because you can use protein skimmers and accessories such as 24/7 lighted macroalgae refugia and or live rock more effectively. That sort of add-on is not itself cheap, but over time it is significantly cheaper and easier in operation than paying for and processing so much marine mix. It also provides the highest water quality.
Don't be intimidated by the concepts - they are not things that most FW hobbyists are familiar with, but they are are not at all difficult processes. I assure you that when you get into such you will be pleased with the results and wonder how you survived with just conventional biofiltration and water changes before.
Don't be intimidated by the concepts - they are not things that most FW hobbyists are familiar with, but they are are not at all difficult processes. I assure you that when you get into such you will be pleased with the results and wonder how you survived with just conventional biofiltration and water changes before.
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Hey RTR,
So, with marine do you have fewer water changes? I've been reading up on live rock, etc and looking for a new/used tank as well.
I've heard that keeping a marine tank is a lot cheaper. I guess when you first setup a marine tank it's going to be a little pricey, but after that it should be much cheaper, right?
I'm excited about keeping a marine tank. :p
So, with marine do you have fewer water changes? I've been reading up on live rock, etc and looking for a new/used tank as well.
I've heard that keeping a marine tank is a lot cheaper. I guess when you first setup a marine tank it's going to be a little pricey, but after that it should be much cheaper, right?
I'm excited about keeping a marine tank. :p
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You got it.
Total upfront investment is more, operationing cost a bit less and water quality higher (due to greater stability of the system). By starting with small/young GSPs or Ceylons, you have more lead time to study the unfamiliar techniques and to plan for the costs in advance.
When you consider the lifespan of these fish, it is worth the long-term investment to me.
Total upfront investment is more, operationing cost a bit less and water quality higher (due to greater stability of the system). By starting with small/young GSPs or Ceylons, you have more lead time to study the unfamiliar techniques and to plan for the costs in advance.
When you consider the lifespan of these fish, it is worth the long-term investment to me.
Where's the fish? - Neptune