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First Fish Reveal: Panther Grouper & Maroon Clowns! | Newbie Tank Build 2.0

In this episode, I reveal the first residents of my new 200-gallon FOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock) tank—including a bold panther grouper and a pair of maroon clownfish. I’ll walk through how I prepared the tank with Dr. Tim’s nitrifying bacteria, the importance of patience when cycling, and how I drip acclimated the fish on arrival. Plus, I’ll unbox and install custom lids to keep my future pufferfish and snowflake eel safe inside. Follow along as I share the excitement, challenges, and lessons of setting up this unique aggressive saltwater aquarium!

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  • Drip Acclimation Kit

    Drip Acclimation Kit

    All Misc Brands

    $9.99
    Acclimating fish and coral gives your new arrivals and fin up for living in your tank. Drip acclimating is less intensive on you and easier on the fish. This simple, yet effective drip acclimator is used around our office and by Mr. Saltwater Tank. 
  • Deluxe Drip Acclimation Kit w/Tank Clips

    Deluxe Drip Acclimation Kit w/Tank Clips

    All Misc Brands

    $14.99
    Acclimating fish and coral gives your new arrivals and fin up for living in your tank. Drip acclimating is less intensive on you and easier on the fish. This simple, yet effective drip acclimator is used around our office and by Mr. Saltwater Tank...
  • One & Only Reef Live Nitrifying Bacteria (16 oz) 240 Gallons - Dr Tim's

    One & Only Reef Live Nitrifying Bacteria (16 oz) 240 Gallons - Dr Tim's

    Dr Tim's Aquatics

    $120.79
    We store this in a climate controlled environment to keep it fresh - Good for 6 months at room temperature, 1 year at 50°F. Best to keep refrigerated for longest shelf life. One and Only Live Nitrifying Bacteria prevents new tank syndrome by...
  • Complete Drip Acclimation Kit (PH, Temp, Salinity)

    Complete Drip Acclimation Kit (PH, Temp, Salinity)

    All Misc Brands

    $109.99
    Acclimating fish and coral gives your new arrivals and fin up for living in your tank. Drip acclimating is less intensive on you and easier on the fish. This simple, yet effective drip acclimator is used around our office and by Mr. Saltwater Tank...
  • Complete Drip Acclimation Kit (PH, Temp, Salinity) w/Heater

    Complete Drip Acclimation Kit (PH, Temp, Salinity) w/Heater

    All Misc Brands

    $149.99
    Acclimating fish and coral gives your new arrivals and fin up for living in your tank. Drip acclimating is less intensive on you and easier on the fish. This simple, yet effective drip acclimator is used around our office and by Mr. Saltwater Tank...
  • Captive-Bred Gold Dot Maroon Small (Amphiprion biaculeatus) - ORA

    Captive-Bred Gold Dot Maroon Small (Amphiprion biaculeatus) - ORA

    ORA

    $30.99
    One (1) Small Gold Dot Maroon Clownfish The Gold Dot Maroon is a variation of the incredible Gold Stripe Maroon clownfish. Every Gold Dot Maroon is a one-of-a-kind fish, as no two individuals look the same. As juveniles, these fish will display a...
  • Captive-Bred GoldxLightning Maroon (Amphiprion biaculeatus) - ORA

    Captive-Bred GoldxLightning Maroon (Amphiprion biaculeatus) - ORA

    ORA

    $71.99
    The exciting first generation cross between an ORA Gold Nugget and Lightning Maroon clownfish. Our offspring from this pairing exhibit many different patterns ranging from Lightning to Goldflake Maroons, as well as everything in-between. ...
  • Porcupine Puffer (Diodon Holocanthus) - SAQ Chicago Fish

    Porcupine Puffer (Diodon Holocanthus) - SAQ Chicago Fish

    Live Fish

    $99.99
    This preorder is an order on demand fish.  This fish is not in stock ready to ship.  After you order the fish, we will source and quarantine your fish for up to 14 days before shipping.  We want to make sure it's healthy to finish the trip...
  • Panther Grouper (Cromileptes Altivelis) - SAQ Chicago Fish

    Panther Grouper (Cromileptes Altivelis) - SAQ Chicago Fish

    Live Fish

    $99.99
    This preorder is an order on demand fish.  This fish is not in stock ready to ship.  After you order the fish, we will source and quarantine your fish for up to 14 days before shipping.  We want to make sure it's healthy to finish the trip...