First saltwater reef tank, how’d I do?

[MrTarGoon]

How’s I do on my first 10 gallon nano? Super basic hob filter and air sponge. Let it cycle with a single chalk bass for 2 months and just dropped my first corals after dipping ofc. Was gonna post a video but says my file was too big.

Lights:
- Kessil a80 and coral glow 12 inch strip.

Filter:
- aquaclear 70

 

[Fish Fan]

Welcome to R2R! Looks like a great start! Some members like to upload videos to YouTube, then link the YouTube link here. Good luck with your new 10 gallon!

 

[PharmrJohn]

Yes it does! Great thing about the smaller tanks is their relative simplicity. Ya don't need all the gear a larger tank requires. I'd love to see a pic of the entire tank. Are you gonna keep it to just corals? I was thinking of doing just what you're doing until the big tank goes up. Great job!

 

[Swbvegas]

Looks good! I'd avoid HOBs though.

 

[MrTarGoon]

Yes it does! Great thing about the smaller tanks is their relative simplicity. Ya don't need all the gear a larger tank requires. I'd love to see a pic of the entire tank. Are you gonna keep it to just corals? I was thinking of doing just what you're doing until the big tank goes up. Great job!

Thank you, have a single chalk bass in there but he likes to hide only comes out for feeding really, would be cool to have a mid to upper level small fish in additions

 

[MrTarGoon]

Pardon the glass lol

 

[MrTarGoon]

Looks good! I'd avoid HOBs though.

Why not?

 

[steveschuerger]

Why not?

You can get hob filters that are designed around saltwater use . Can’t remember the name but if you google “saltwater hob filter” you’ll get the info. I use a canister in addition myself, but I’m running a 90 all in one(AIO). It does look good so far. Maybe get some more rock , preferably live rock. Several vendors sell small nano packages of it. You’re going to be limited on fish with a tank that size. I’d recommend small gobies like neon gobies or maybe a clown goby. Mid strata that might be more visible when it gets comfortable could be a royal gramma
Some other ideas

Best Fish for a Nano Reef Tank (With Pictures) - Nano Reef Tanks | Saltwater Fish Aquariums Education and Tips

nanoreeftanks.com

 

[Gumbies R Us]

How’s I do on my first 10 gallon nano? Super basic hob filter and air sponge. Let it cycle with a single chalk bass for 2 months and just dropped my first corals after dipping ofc. Was gonna post a video but says my file was too big.

Lights:
- Kessil a80 and coral glow 12 inch strip.

Filter:
- aquaclear 70

You can always upload through youtube and post the link here! Tank is looking good!