Frag Grow-Out · Est. 2023
Right 40 Gallon
40 galDisplay Volume
Mixed ReefSystem Type
3 yrs 1 moRunning
Plumbed into PrimarySystem
Formula
A frag tank plumbed into the main sump that has evolved into a full mixed reef. Coral density is managed by selectively thinning and relocating colonies as they grow out.
Specs
Role
Frag Grow-Out & Display
Dimensions
36.25" × 18.25" × 17"
Age
3 years, 1 month
Lighting
2x Radion XR15 G6 Pro
Flow
VorTech MP10mQD
Heater
EHEIM Jager 125W
Heater Controller
Inkbird ITC-306A
Overflow
ESHOPPS Eclipse Slim (Medium)
Plumbing
Plumbed to Primary Reef
The Journey
Watch the evolution and growth of the grow-out reef from 2023 to today.
March 2023
Familiars
Purple Stripe Dottyback
Pictichromis diadema
Extreme Misbar Ocellaris
Amphiprion ocellaris
Yellow Coris Wrasse
Halichoeres chrysus
Observations
As coral density increases, colonies are selectively thinned and moved. A dedicated frag system is in planning to separate propagation from the display.
Dragon's Breath macroalgae is maintained within the system as a form of biological nutrient export in addition to coral growth.