I'm planning to set up a marine aquarium and I'm deciding between the Oceanic Bio Cube 14 Gallon nano reef and the Oceanic Bio Cube 29 Gallon nano reef. The saying 'the best solution to pollution is dilution' keeps popping up in my head, making me wonder if going bigger would be better. Is a 29 gallon tank probably big enough, or should I stick with the 14 gallon? I'm a bit concerned that a 14 gallon might be tricky to maintain, but I've got plenty of time on my hands as a student, so I can commit to regular water changes.
I'm actually planning to set this up in about four months, by which time I'll hopefully have a job and a bit more money to invest. Any ideas or tips would be really helpful - I'm posting this early so I can be as prepared as possible when the time comes.
Considering a career in the marines
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I'd definitely recommend going for the 29 gallon, to be honest, the 14 gallon is quite restrictive when it comes to stocking options - for instance, you wouldn't be able to keep a pair of clowns.
As for the difficulty of maintaining a 14 gallon, it's definitely manageable, especially with your current schedule as a student. Having the time to do weekly water changes will make a huge difference. And it's great that you're planning ahead, knowing you'll have the financial means to invest in your tank once you start working.
I think you're on the right track by planning ahead and doing your research - most of us take months to prepare before setting up a new tank. So, welcome to the club!
In terms of tips, I'd say be patient and don't be afraid to ask questions. Keep a notepad handy to jot down ideas and make notes as you read through journals and online forums. The research process is half the fun of setting up a new tank, so enjoy the journey!
As for the difficulty of maintaining a 14 gallon, it's definitely manageable, especially with your current schedule as a student. Having the time to do weekly water changes will make a huge difference. And it's great that you're planning ahead, knowing you'll have the financial means to invest in your tank once you start working.
I think you're on the right track by planning ahead and doing your research - most of us take months to prepare before setting up a new tank. So, welcome to the club!
In terms of tips, I'd say be patient and don't be afraid to ask questions. Keep a notepad handy to jot down ideas and make notes as you read through journals and online forums. The research process is half the fun of setting up a new tank, so enjoy the journey!
Re: Considering a career in the marines
alright, i'm gonna be doing a ton of research from now on, really don't wanna mess this up. and yeah, i had a blast researching for my 130 gal FW tank, so i'm actually looking forward to this.
Re: Considering a career in the marines
"Would be awesome to see your progress unfold, start a journal and share it with us, cheers"