Frag Grow Out · Est. 2023
Right 40 Gallon
40 galDisplay Volume
Mixed ReefSystem Type
Running
Shared SumpBoth 40s
Formula
A frag tank that has evolved into a full mixed reef. Since May 2026 the two 40s are plumbed together into a sump built for the pair, so the grow outs can be dosed, treated, or shut down without touching any other system. 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
Lighting
2x Radion XR15 G6 Pro
Flow
VorTech MP10mQD
Heater
EHEIM Jager 125W
Heater Controller
Inkbird ITC-306A
Overflow
ESHOPPS Eclipse Slim (Medium)
Plumbing
Shared sump with the Left 40
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.