atmmachine816

LOL I guess so. The demon probably will be able to handle any mini-cycle. You contradicted yourself now, now did you add a snail, or snail shell, last time I checked snail shells did not hide or move I wouldn't worry too much about calcium since you will probably only have basic corals and they probably won't require calcium additives. Snail shells may gradually add calcium as they break down I'm not sure, maybe somebody else does but I don't think it would add a significant amount. O I understand how much you appreciate all the help you get here on fishlore, I was in the position you were in 9 months ago, it's so helpful to have people to help you, though I learn the best through doing things though I can't always learn that way so folks here help.

Tom

I got a live turbo snail and I added some crushed apple snail shells for the gobies way back when and didn't take them out. And a large SW snail shell that I added for a nice hiding place.
Tom

Tom

I was at the store today and the guy gave me 3 blue-legged hermit crab, some small pieces of LR(3) and some mystery fish that he thinks is an angel or some sort of damsel. I will take some pics asap so you can ID it for me.
Tom

atmmachine816

You'll want to return the fish unless you are getting a larger tank, your tank is too small to hold barely one fish let alone two fish, if it was me I would return it, especially if it's an angel. The hermits are fun to watch, you'll enjoy them, there always funny critters.

Tom

The guy asked me to hold it until Jan when there is an auction and I will be putting it in that, so that is why it is in there right now. I know what you mean, the hermits are a hoot, normally I don't spend that much time in the bathroom, but now I have a good excuse. lol
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atmmachine816

O ok that makes sense. Ya I like watching my hermit, he's a lot of fun to watch.

Gozer_1

I've been thinking lately that I need some Hermits. Could use the help. Stupid hair algae.

Tom

There seems to be some territorial behavior going on right now. If you were me, which would you keep, the Talbot's Damselfish or the Blue Devil?

I don't know which one I would keep and which I will take to the auction?
Tom

Tom

Here is a pic of the largest piece of LR, a hermit on the LR(bright white shell) and the Talbot's Damsel. Enjoy.

Tom

atmmachine816

I would look at requirements and and max size, keep the smallest one.

Tom

I'm way too lazy to try and figure that out, can you and come back with an answer?
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Tom

I checked it myself and they both get to 3", so what do I do now?
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Gozer_1

I think you should keep the Talbots. The Blue Damsels are every where. You should keep the one that is more unique.

Tom

Good point.
Tom

atmmachine816

I guess it really doesn't matter, just don't tell people who are into saltwater what you are keeping in your tank, some may flip that you are keeping damsels in a five gallon high lol but yeah keep whichever one you like the best. How's everything coming along though?

Tom

I lost one hermit crab, but I still have 2 and they seem to be doing great. The damsels are showing some territorial behavior, but other than that, they are doing great.
Tom

Wolfgang8810

is your tank in the lou?

Tom

Do you mean bathroom/washroom? If so, then ya.
Tom

Wolfgang8810

yes its the same thing thats really cool. ui would like to cut a hole in my wall to have a tank but then my bathroom wouldnt be as private

Tom

But mine is just on the counter in the corner.
Tom