Newbie question

[gilly1969]

Looking at starting with some soft corals. First off what would be some good starters? Second do I need to add anything to my water for them? I've had several fish in the tank for a few weeks now. All my levels are right where they need to be. My salt level is about. 025.

 

[btucker7587]

Start with an easy to maintain, hardy coral and go from there. Live Aquaria is a good resource to start off with.

http://www.liveaquaria.com/

My first coral was a green leather finger. Got it when it was 3 inches tall and a single stalk. Had to give it away a year later because it was too big. Grew to about 10" long with multiple stalks and a base the size of a softball.

 

[3dees]

start with some softies. mushrooms, zoa's, and leathers. then a few lps. you shouldn't have to dose ,but do test. if you move on to sps, you will have to start dosing. what kind of lighting do you have? only sps need high lighting.

 

[NSimpkins]

As a newbie myself I find this site helpful.

http://successfulreefkeeping.com/learn/about-corals/best-beginner-coral-choices/