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Dinos & Reef Tank Update

Battling Dino Algae in My New Tank + 3-Year Reef Update & Lessons Learned | Newbie Tank Build 2.0

In this episode, Jimmy faces one of the most frustrating challenges reefers encounter — a dino algae bloom in his new FOWLR tank. He walks us through how it started, what might have caused it, and the steps he’s taking to get things under control — from copepods and water changes to trying UV sterilization. Then, Jimmy switches gears to give an honest 3-year update on his very first reef tank, sharing lessons learned, gear updates, and a few hard-earned reefing tips. Whether you’re cycling your first tank or managing a mature reef, this episode is packed with relatable insights every aquarist can appreciate.

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  • Apex-Pods Live Copepods (6 oz) - Reef Nutrition

    Apex-Pods Live Copepods (6 oz) - Reef Nutrition

    Reef Nutrition

    $28.00
    Apex-Pods™ are live Apocyclops panamensis copepods.  They are an excellent food source that attracts finicky fish, such as mandarin dragonets, pipefish, Anthias sp. and wrasses. Shipping: Click Here to Learn More about Shipping...
  • Apex Temperature Probe - Neptune Systems

    Apex Temperature Probe - Neptune Systems

    Neptune Systems

    $49.99
    Replace your Temperature Probe, add one for another tank, or put one on your PM2/PM3 module for temperature compensated readings. Buy this probe if you are: Replacing an old probe. Adding another tank to your system via a PM1. Want to have more...
  • Captive-Bred Yellow Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) - ORA

    Captive-Bred Yellow Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) - ORA

    ORA

    $30.99
    Yellow Watchman Gobies are fascinating reef fish. The Watchman name comes from their symbiotic relationship with pistol shrimp. The gobies are the lookouts and the shrimp are the burrow diggers/keepers. While the shrimp is digging it keeps one antenna on...
  • Frozen Mysis Shrimp (35 cubes, 3.5 oz) - Ocean Nutrition

    Frozen Mysis Shrimp (35 cubes, 3.5 oz) - Ocean Nutrition

    Ocean Nutrition

    $9.99
    Naturally nutritious frozen fish food. Good starter food for picky eaters. Carefully cleaned to assure product quality and food safety. Quickly frozen to assure the mysis shrimp stay whole and nutritious. Our Mysis Shrimp are premium...
  • Aquacultured Vargas Cespitularia Coral (Cespitularia sp.) - ORA

    Aquacultured Vargas Cespitularia Coral (Cespitularia sp.) - ORA

    ORA

    $45.99
    This fast growing Cespitularia was brought to us by Tony Vargas and has been growing in our greenhouse for several years. The stalks exhibit an iridescent indigo coloration while the delicate polyps typically appear a light gold color. This is...
  • Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum) - SAQ Chicago Fish

    Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum) - SAQ Chicago Fish

    Live Fish

    $69.99
    Sailfin Tang 2.25" - 3.25" in size. Sailfin Tang or Zebrasoma veliferum is a great fish for eating turf algae in any aquarium. *Photo is a representation of the fish you will receive.  
  •  First Grade Blue Maxima Clam 2"-5" - SAQ Coral Farm

    First Grade Blue Maxima Clam 2"-5" - SAQ Coral Farm

    ORA

    $174.99
    Tridacna maxima has the widest distribution of any Tridacnid species. It is found from the Red Sea, throughout the Indo-Pacific region, to Australia and Polynesia. It usually occurs in shallow, clear water, high current areas where they are known to form...
  • Jawbreaker Red Streak Discosoma WYSIWYG - SAQ Coral Farm

    Jawbreaker Red Streak Discosoma WYSIWYG - SAQ Coral Farm

    Saltwater Coral Farm

    $269.99
    Jawbreaker Red Streak Discosoma WYSIWYG (Egg crate squares are 1.25") If you are looking to buy vibrant color coral online to add to your reef tank, this is the best choice. Jawbreaker Red Streak Discosoma WYSIWYG is a fast growing coral that...