Hello all!
I’m from Italy and i’m glad i found this forum, thanks for all the things you guys have unintentionally taught me already!
I‘ve bought a cubic nano reef for softies (8 gallons, no sump and no skimmer) this week and now i just have to wait for some more rock and the usual month for it to cycle.
My cat is already loving it! (Apparently he likes salt water)
Welcome! Glad you joined. We always think of fish jumping, but photo seems like your cat is already practicing Scoop Method - not allowed in official Olympic Carpet Surfing Fish Trials, but the end result of this deadly sport is dead fish - either fish jump and surf or get kitty scoop and surf. Some sort of cover over tank should help with fish leaving tank to roam about on floor (or in kitty belly).
Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)
This might help you find people local to you in Italy:
Global Local Reef Club Discussion
Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.
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This is a good reference book type online article I still review:
The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium
This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...
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