JR Aquatics 180 Gallon Nano Reef

[JRaquatics]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=12529306#post12529306 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by laud
That is exactly where I screwed up. Now I am in a constant battle with microbubbles. baffled

BTW, is this the same tang... spotted cheeck tang

No that's not the same fish. The Spotted cheek/White-freckled tang is Acanthurus maculiceps and are not found in Hawaii waters. Here is a link for more information on the Sp.
http://www.fishbase.org/summary/SpeciesSummary.php?id=4746

 

[Reeftanks6]

Thanks jr a little out of my range for right know. Maybe if i had a bigger tank then i would consider it.

 

[FishTruck]

Wow. That is a cool fish. maculiceps that is.

 

[JRaquatics]

Here are some updated shots of the tank as of Friday the 23rd.

Side shot

Topdown

FTS

Spotted Cheek

 

[mcliffy2]

Wow its really growing out nicely. That mauliceps tang is awesome....there is a little one in divers den right now I'm tempted to order.

 

[k9asia]

I cant help but notice you had another return on the right side that looks like it rotates. what is it or am i just seeing things.

 

[acropora nut]

SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!

SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!

Now that is what I am talking about. :thumbsup:

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=12610402#post12610402 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by JRaquatics
Here are some updated shots of the tank as of Friday the 23rd.

Side shot

Topdown

FTS

Spotted Cheek

 

[murfman]

Very nice looking. I love how clear it is too!!

Here is a link to the Maculiceps;

http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/prod/237774/product.web

 

[k9asia]

JR,
I cant help but notice you had another return on the right side that looks like it rotates. what is it or am i just seeing things.

 

[JRaquatics]

Thanks for all the comments. I am getting awsome growth, and I frag regularly.
The other return is hooked up to a wavysea.

Here's a pic of the elegance.

A bad shot of the top down the wavey sea kept causing a slight ripple.

And another side shot. now from the left side of the tank.

 

[JRaquatics]

1- corals moved from the 90gal

2- received frags from Mike @ reef Specialty

3- and today!

I can't believe how fast things grow.

 

[chrissreef]

wholly crap it's looking good! I think they're outgrowing/pacing your blue tang! I like the 4rd pic down of the tang for your avatar. Keep us posted... another 6-8 months and the sps will have really filled in.

also - what are you thoughts on the elegance?

 

[mcliffy2]

That is some awesome growth. What is the time period on that? Only a few months right?

 

[acropora nut]

JR. I LOVE the side shot's.... I see a T.O.T.M in your future!!

Keep up the great work.

Mike

 

[JRaquatics]

Tank was set up in November. I placed my corals from my 90gal to the 180 the firstor second week in December 07.
I received frags from Mike on the 16th of February 08. Everything has been growing since. I just love this lighting setup- Lumenbrights+12k reelfux+CoralVue Ballast= perfect lighting.

Chris, IMO if you can for sure get a Aussie Ellegance then it should do well. Ellegance is what got me into reefing in the firstplace, it was a must have this time around.

 

[acropora nut]

JR.,
Your new nick name is SALTY FINGERS # 2!!!!!!!
Mike.

 

[JRaquatics]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=12615997#post12615997 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by acropora nut
JR. I LOVE the side shot's.... I see a T.O.T.M in your future!!

Keep up the great work.

Mike

Thanks Mike. The tank would have never progressed this fast and well without all your great advice and guidance. You are defiantly a great asset to the hobby. After seeing your tank I knew I had a goal....To make mine better.

 

[chrissreef]

Just shows how hard it is to ID some fish...
Acanthurus maculiceps - Spotted Cheek Tang

PETCO $24.99 (wrong picture, wrong common/scientific name)
http://www.petco.com/product/104501/Spotted-Cheek-Tang.aspx

That Fish Place $89.99 (Wrong fish in picture and wrong price - though $89.99 for what's pictured is right)
http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet/prod/237774/product.web

Live Aquaria $199.99 (wrong picture but right price (someone will heavily overpay for this fish))
http://www.liveaquaria.com/diversden/ItemDisplay.cfm?c=2733+3&ddid=40492

Correct picture, common name, scientific name
http://www.fishbase.org/Photos/PicturesSummary.cfm?ID=4746&what=species

Compare to this picture - body is tan especially when young) and dark brown/black - no broad stripes - the correct Acanthurus maculiceps will likely be $200+ unless you're lucky... use caution when buying this fish as many look very similar - also notice the marking behind the eye)

Spotted Cheek

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Another
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[JRaquatics]

NICE

NICE

Chris it Looks like you got yourself a great tang for a steal of a deal. :thumbsup:

 

[reefknight]

JR- tagging along, I want to watch the progress of the tank. Awesome aquascape and I love the sand bed, too many BB's out there.