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Unread 02/11/2018, 11:23 AM   #10617
lapin
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Originally Posted by KTwo View Post
Keith from Columbia, MD. I've always loved aquariums, had a couple of freshwater tanks when I was in college but never a saltwater setup. I'm considering it now - haven't actually decided whether to do it or not. I'm trying to figure out answers to questions I have.
Cost?A lot more than you realize, but worth it.
Tank type? Around 100gal is a good easy beginner size.
Maintenance?More than freshwater.
Pitfalls? Many
How to start? See what the LFS has running in the shop.
How to avoid salt creep? Fresh water only tank
How to keep the whole thing clean? Hire someone is the easiest.
How long can I leave a particular tank unattended, e.g. weekend away vs summer vacation, etc. Depends on the tank size and livestock.
-K2
Welcome, I went from fresh to salt and it took me 2 years to get the hang of it. If i ever went back it would be to breed killifish again like Blue Lyretail's


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