🚨 STOP CHASING BRIGHT LIGHTS ON YOUR TANK 🚨
It has been on my mind since someone said nonchalantly, "The spectrum does nothing, sets the light as you want." Like, what's the deal with the "full spectrum" light then?
Let's be honest:
If "brighter = better", then why are your corals still stressed and eventually dying?
Cranking up white channel? ❌
Maxing out favorite channels? ❌
Corals actually want:
1. Royal Blue spectrum for photosynthesis
2. Violet spectrum for color and fluorescence
3. Stable spectrum for low stress and high growth
Too much UV/UVA = Hidden stress, bleach in days, bailout in weeks
High Red/Green = Algae favorite
"You don't need the brightest tank, you need a tank where your corals thrive, not just survive."
🚨 STOP CHASING BRIGHT LIGHTS ON YOUR TANK 🚨
It has been on my mind since someone said nonchalantly, "The spectrum does nothing, sets the light as you want." Like, what's the deal with the "full spectrum" light then?
Let's be honest:
If "brighter = better", then why are your corals still stressed and eventually dying?
Cranking up white channel? ❌
Maxing out favorite channels? ❌
Corals actually want:
1. Royal Blue spectrum for photosynthesis
2. Violet spectrum for color and fluorescence
3. Stable spectrum for low stress and high growth
Too much UV/UVA = Hidden stress, bleach in days, bailout in weeks
High Red/Green = Algae favorite
"You don't need the brightest tank, you need a tank where your corals thrive, not just survive."
🔔 Task Reminders Update
I just rolled out some useful improvements to Task Reminders to help make maintenance easier to stay on top of.
What’s new:
Set individual reminder times per task Previously it was a 7am reminder which I realized isn’t very useful…
Overdue tasks show how many days past due Miss a day or two and the task stays visible.
New task stats View insights like average completions per month and your most productive day
The goal is to make Maintenance Reminders actually useful and help you stay consistent.
👉 Check out the upgraded Tasks Tab and let me know what you think.
That was hell working on today but finally got it organized better cords was driving me crazy then my toddler ran off with my 2 Nero holders can’t find them so have to order another
Water box 100.3
I am aware that video playing is not working for android devices.
This will be fixed soon! ✌️
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What camera u guys using to remote view your tank while at work ? this is Wyzecam . Been researching which ones is best quality , I think I can do better if mounted directly next to the tank VS far away like how I’m using this one , I also use it to watch my living room dogs and stuff .
Officially think I’m going to have to look into a doser I feed twice a day with pellets and an auto feeder that spins 2 times each time. As well as mysis a few times a week. Have had to dose Neo Nitro 5 ml every 2 days to keep no3 above 1ppm. No water change in almost 2 weeks. Tested today no3 at 1.6 ppm and po4 at 0.04 ppm. Anyone have a cheaper reliable doser they like?
Just started a 15 gallon hello reef tank but wana add coral
Which light do u recommend for coral ?
Tried out a new lens port attachment today — it clips onto the phone and lets you take photos right through the water. 📸🌊
The detail this thing pulls is way better than I expected. Excited to test it more and start sharing some cleaner, sharper reef shots with everyone here!
Anyone else using one of these yet? Thoughts
🚀 More Updates are Here! 🚀
I’ve been listening to your feedback, and some of the most requested features are now live in ReefBay! 🎉
💧 Freshwater Tanks
ReefBay’s primary focus will always be saltwater, but we now support freshwater tanks too! You can track all your aquariums in one place.
New Features for #DeepDive Members
📥 Import Parameters
-Snap a picture of your test results
-Upload spreadsheets or from other apps
📤 Export Parameters
Need your full history? You can now export all your tank parameters straight to your email in a clean spreadsheet. S/O alkatraz for pushing me to get this done.
Any recommendations on Nivrew navareef 135 light settings? I have 2 on my 65 gallon tank.