owenspackmans 180 Reef upgrade build.

Can you show a pic(s) over like 3 weeks (maybe on Fridays) of one particular item you notice that is growing.

I just ordered A B and C and the color ones. I am going to take pics of three separate items and document how they have grown.

Just looking for another set of eyes on the same aspect.
 
worm5406 said:
Can you show a pic(s) over like 3 weeks (maybe on Fridays) of one particular item you notice that is growing.

I just ordered A B and C and the color ones. I am going to take pics of three separate items and document how they have grown.

Just looking for another set of eyes on the same aspect.
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absolutely. i will get working on that for you Worm!
 
My new addition arrived today. BlueZooAquatics really pack their fish well, very pleased with there service. I love the acclimation kit that they ship with their livestock, very useful.

Here are photos of my new addition.

Box arrives from FedEx, obviously well looked after during its travels from CA to SC.
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9734673801/" title="IMG_9537 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7390/9734673801_d6b4b81148_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9537"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9734674097/" title="IMG_9545 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7407/9734674097_0e874cfa08_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9545"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9737912234/" title="IMG_9547 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7303/9737912234_fcb9874c1e_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9547"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9734674331/" title="IMG_9551 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7417/9734674331_ecfed1a157_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9551"></a>

What's that on the packing slip?
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9734674279/" title="IMG_9543 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7406/9734674279_b0032491c7_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9543"></a>

Starting the acclimation. I only took the one photo during this period, i turned the lights off and just left him alone.

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9737911780/" title="IMG_9555 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7294/9737911780_73245bb7b8_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9555"></a>

The MI was very stressed during the start of the acclimation, lots of thrashing about in the styrofoam container at the start. I used the Seachem stress stuff that BlueZoo include and it certainly seemed to calm him down. I made the acclimation as slow and long as possible.

These photos were taken with my iPhone, not the greatest of quality, once again I only snapped and few and have just left him alone to let him calm down.
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9734673909/" title="IMG_9560 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7330/9734673909_7fa395c949_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9560"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9734673631/" title="IMG_9558 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7289/9734673631_2ec6b6e78d_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9558"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9737912006/" title="IMG_9565 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7392/9737912006_e32413e657_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="IMG_9565"></a>
 
worm5406 said:
Nice addition. Cant wait to see it in the DT in a few weeks.
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Me either. Quarantine won't be too long on this guy. I hope to have it done in amount 4 weeks. I don't want to keep him in the 29 gallon any longer than needed.

Newbie Aquarist said:
Love that fish. Great I say great pickup.
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SPotter said:
Wow....beautiful fish Owen!!!!!!
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thanks guys. I know they have a bad reputation, but i've been reading, reading, reading and reading. With the help of the other members on here I figure I have a good a shot as any.

He's not eaten yet, but i haven't tried too hard. I've left him alone for most of the day to let me settle in.
 
Today I purchased a new 29 gallon that isn't backed with a mirror. The MI was spending its whole time looking at its reflection. Now it has no distraction.

Today I attempted from Squid and Scallops. Immediate interest. I think I cut the pieces too large. He would show interest, blow at them or spit them out. Then finally he consumed a few pieces. A good start.

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here are some better photos of the Idol from tonight.

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9754100724/" title="DSC_0100 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7440/9754100724_59dbe93f98_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0100"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9753898451/" title="DSC_0123 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7331/9753898451_7dd2d365d6_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0123"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9754102094/" title="DSC_0112 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7304/9754102094_b592937baf_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0112"></a>
 
I've seen Owen's setup in person, and man oh man!! This tank is Grade A. Thanks for all the help with the hobby thus far Owen... See you soon.
 
worm5406 said:
Can you show a pic(s) over like 3 weeks (maybe on Fridays) of one particular item you notice that is growing.

I just ordered A B and C and the color ones. I am going to take pics of three separate items and document how they have grown.

Just looking for another set of eyes on the same aspect.
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as you requested Worm. Photos for WEEK 1 growth with Reef Energy

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9828687255/" title="DSC_0019 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7433/9828687255_799e2449b5_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0019"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9828759693/" title="DSC_0020 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2805/9828759693_29cd27be01_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0020"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9828667974/" title="DSC_0022 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7382/9828667974_7d79c99577_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0022"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9828686875/" title="DSC_0027 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2816/9828686875_4a8aac7671_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0027"></a>
 
here are some photos of the color change from ReefKings Acro since i've had it. About 4 weeks now, its the most vibrant SPS in the tank now. Under whites its reddish/purple with blue tips.

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9828703716/" title="DSC_0011 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5328/9828703716_8f26601eb4_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0011"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9828758953/" title="DSC_0011 - Version 2 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3733/9828758953_20a5a7b3fd_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0011 - Version 2"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9828806226/" title="DSC_0007 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5446/9828806226_74aeea4540_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0007"></a>
 
OK I got mine in yesterday. I am going to dose Fri or Sat...

Lets see how both of ours do. What is your frequency/dose? Just want to see if we are going to be the same.
 
worm5406 said:
OK I got mine in yesterday. I am going to dose Fri or Sat...

Lets see how both of ours do. What is your frequency/dose? Just want to see if we are going to be the same.
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I underdose slightly at 15ml each, daily in the PM.

I am dosing the RedSea colors by calcium uptake at 3ml each daily.
 
I took some new photos today, I really need to get my hands on a Macro Lens.

I picked up some frags yesterday at the Columbia Aquatic Society Aquarium Expo/Frag Swap.

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884098915/" title="DSC_0066 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7375/9884098915_87a7a83133_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0066"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884098825/" title="DSC_0065 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5321/9884098825_2e48628c01_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0065"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884092304/" title="DSC_0072 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7376/9884092304_032b3d6617_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0072"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884104616/" title="DSC_0027 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/9884104616_eb02a36a64_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0027"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884099245/" title="DSC_0138 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7366/9884099245_47582c4552_c.jpg" width="500" height="800" alt="DSC_0138"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884106424/" title="DSC_0173 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3666/9884106424_501f553a1d_c.jpg" width="500" height="800" alt="DSC_0173"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884102126/" title="DSC_0134 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5329/9884102126_06aa35712e_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0134"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884101846/" title="DSC_0084 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7429/9884101846_4255709f74_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0084"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884104364/" title="DSC_0132 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5331/9884104364_21073290bd_c.jpg" width="500" height="800" alt="DSC_0132"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884095405/" title="DSC_0180 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3703/9884095405_fb50d66936_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0180"></a>
 
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884100016/" title="DSC_0167 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7367/9884100016_17787e20e3_c.jpg" width="500" height="800" alt="DSC_0167"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884204033/" title="DSC_0129 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7310/9884204033_60398ecaf1_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0129"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884094975/" title="DSC_0126 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7418/9884094975_2cd1139179_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0126"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884094105/" title="DSC_0158 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2871/9884094105_74b41ea309_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0158"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884098874/" title="DSC_0165 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3772/9884098874_9eba95db81_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0165"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884095716/" title="DSC_0128 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3727/9884095716_803fe1009c_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0128"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884088145/" title="DSC_0157 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7391/9884088145_26da96828c_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0157"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884098284/" title="DSC_0114 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2805/9884098284_3d129e3a77_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0114"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884195683/" title="DSC_0153 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2816/9884195683_366a1a0d1b_c.jpg" width="500" height="800" alt="DSC_0153"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884089434/" title="DSC_0149 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2858/9884089434_17e8a52855_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0149"></a>
 
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884089194/" title="DSC_0187 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7380/9884089194_d148cbb8a1_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0187"></a>

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/29441159@N03/9884189663/" title="DSC_0190 by owenspackman, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5465/9884189663_8ef6774d77_c.jpg" width="800" height="500" alt="DSC_0190"></a>
 
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