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@robdavinroy1761 8 күн бұрын

There are some fantastic pellet foods that I have used over the years including Spectrum that I have fed all my fish. I used an autofeeder for long trips loader with these pellets and fed lightly. I also had a neighbor friend who I could depend on for any problems. A blue tooth camera also would work along with the autofeeder if the Lazer Reefer family does not want anyone in their space while they are gone. 😊

@cozyaquariumcc 7 күн бұрын

A friendly neighbour is super helpful for us. Two weeks is a bit long consider my fish were not fed a lot in normal days. Next time I will use auto feeder too😎

@robdavinroy1761 7 күн бұрын

@@cozyaquariumccthen again a good fast is healthy for both fish and humans. Luckily us lazy reefers don’t depend on anyone to feed us for two weeks less we die of starvation. 😂

@21crazytai 8 күн бұрын

Can you make a video into more what you did. Do you have a ATO or auto feeder?

@cozyaquariumcc 7 күн бұрын

I didn't use auto feeder this time. I thought we would be away only for one week but the trip got extended. So basically the fish just hang in there for two weeks.

@robdavinroy1761 10 күн бұрын

Thanks. I Always appreciate your videos and knowledge. I’m setting up a big saltwater display tank for our new house construction in Hua Hin. A few questions: 1. Approximately how often do you change the water on your reef tank? 2. How much money do you spend on salt mix per month? 3. I’m seriously thinking of using seawater directly from the Gulf, since the beach is 15 mins away, making sure I’m not around any municipalities. This would be a big cost savings. Do you think this is safe? 4. I might have missed it, but if you guys can show and discuss your actual tank and setup, dimensions, lights, and filtration system sometime, that would be fantastic. 5. There are a few reefers on KZbin with established tanks that brag about no water changes, that they just top off their tanks for evaporation. Are they telling the truth?

@cozyaquariumcc 8 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot for your support. I think I got many new video ideas from your comments. I will try my best to answer your question from my perspective. In the end, many reef questions have no correct answer; they are just opinions. 1. I change 25% every month. 2. The salt is cheap if I only change it once a month. I remember I bought a 10 kg bucket of salt for about 100 USD. It's already one year, and I still have almost half. 3. taking water directly from the gulf is definitely an idea worth trying. I always wanted to do it but never got the location. I think the risk lies in the bacteria infections. Other than that, I think it is a better water source than RO+salt. 4. I will try to discuss a bit in detail in the coming videos. Thanks for the heads up. 5. I think a no-water-exchange reef tank is feasible. It depends on how demanding your reef animals are and how much equipment you use. I believe no water exchange is possible if one tank has almost no fish but only corals, with a dosing system. But if there are many fish and the corals also look amazing, I can only say it takes a lot of talent to run a no-water-exchange tank like that.

@pswanberg1 10 күн бұрын

bleach is safe to clean filter socks, just rinse thoroughly. It breaks down into salt.

@cozyaquariumcc 8 күн бұрын

I think chlorine can stay in water for long time. In indoor fish farming. People use bleach too. But before we put fish in, we either check residual chlorine, or use some sodium sulfite to neutralize it. Animals are sensitive to chlorine. Better be careful.

@jacksonsparrow8865 26 күн бұрын

Mine is hard to feed because he just doesnt see the food

@cozyaquariumcc 21 күн бұрын

It happens once in my tank which have quite some live rocks. I assume if they find enough food on their own, they don't need artificial feed that much anymore.

@robdavinroy1761 Ай бұрын

In Thailand now and went to JJ market. Is this were you picked him up? By the way, have you and your wife checked out the high tech aquarium store that a actually inside JJ mall? One of the cleanest store I’ve ever seen. Perhaps more pricy but they have all the latest including Red Sea systems. Etc. they also have some beautiful terrariums. Hope you guys are doing well. !

@cozyaquariumcc 27 күн бұрын

Yes. It is in JJ market, Chatuchak area. We didn't notice a high-tech store inside JJ Mall. We will check it out next time. But we do find that many good reef stores hide in the massive area inside Chatuchak market. Last time, I found a store that kept gorgeous garden eels. Unfortunately, they are not for sale. You have a good day, too:)

@Desmo1 Ай бұрын

I've never had an issue with zebra morays in my reef, not even eating smaller fish. I didn't even have to worry about feeding him constantly to achieve this. I also never had any issue with getting eels to eat frozen cubes.

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

Thank you for the insight. May I know how frequently do you feed your moray?

@TintedST214 Ай бұрын

Very informative, well done video. I am new to saltwater aquarium hobby but learning a lot from video creators like you. Thank you!

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

Thank you for your support:)

@briandixon4931 Ай бұрын

I agreed but wouldn't not add corals instead add macroalage and lots of it and 2 damsels you can cycle the tank with macroalage so as you know macroalage absorb alot of ammonia and nitrate phosphate in water colom this and it also will keep nuisance algae at bay

@ryantwoniner Ай бұрын

Great videos. I'm trying to get into the hobby but I'm lazy. (efficient?) Would you consider making a video for noobies that lists the species of fish, coral, anemones, etc. that would be best for a lazy reef? Ex: 2 clownfish per ?? liters of saltwater

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

Great idea. I can't say the number will be 100% sure cuz every tank is a little bit different. But I can make a list based on my lazy experience.

@franklinmichael671 Ай бұрын

What? This is lazy? I never clean filtration (because I don’t have any) and do water changes like once every year or two. For me the maintenance is cleaning the glass and feeding the fish. That’s it.

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

Bow to the master😃😃😃

@kodidane5824 21 күн бұрын

Oh, really? How do you manage that?

@tjcleave2646 Ай бұрын

the tank is not level

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

you are right. when setting up the tank, I didn't notice the ground is unlevel.

@gxwang2798 Ай бұрын

hi bro，are you from northern china😀

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

haha, is that so obvious?

@gxwang2798 Ай бұрын

@@cozyaquariumcc yeah，the accent😁

@sevwh Ай бұрын

Been doing this way for so long haha I think I’m a lazy reefer hehe And really enjoy watching your videos keep it up <3

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

Lazy Reefer enjoy the most:P

@WistyFish Ай бұрын

My method is easier, only because my tank is smaller! No need for a pump. I just use a cup!

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

haha, I saw some super small table tank and they can also be really nice. You should also make some videos about your tank.

@WistyFish Ай бұрын

@@cozyaquariumcc aww very sweet. I think I’m too lazy to make a video hahaha

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

🫡 One lazy guy to another

@so_so_reef Ай бұрын

Mine is similar, but I pump in and siphon out at the same time. I pump into the sump and take out near the bottom of the sand. This way my water change is done in 5 mins and I don't have to turn anything off.

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

A clever move👍 I assume your sand has bigger particles. One reason I don't do bottom siphoning is because my sand is easily sucked away.

@so_so_reef Ай бұрын

@ I don't clean the sand, I just keep the siphon near the bottom. I use a manual siphon to remove the water :)

@BIG-ES- 2 ай бұрын

Good video my friend. My water changes are definitely not as easy as yours. I do lots of siphoning, scrub, and pick at rocks to remove algae and aiptasia. My corals don’t seem to mind me just dumping 5 gallon buckets strait in but the pumping method is a lot easier. Beautiful tank

@cozyaquariumcc Ай бұрын

Nice choice to pick out aiptasia during water exchange. I don't deal with them until they grow very big. But sometimes I pick out bubble algae by hand too. Cuz I couldn't find other ways to control them.

@NotSure876 2 ай бұрын

I used to do 30% WC weekly, but since i went to 10% biweekly, my corals are doing much better

@cozyaquariumcc 2 ай бұрын

Haha, huge relief both sides of the tank🤣🤣🤣

@christineschultz3176 2 ай бұрын

I see you have a Gobi sand sifter I had to get rid of one because it got sand all over my corals, but it kept the sand clean but just too much sand all over my corals.

@cozyaquariumcc 2 ай бұрын

I have the same problem, these gobies are famous for annoying corals lay low on the sand bed. But I do want someone to keep my sand clean. Right now I'm putting most fragile corals higher on the main rock. Only put bigger tougher corals on the sand bed, So I don't have to blow the sand off them every day.

@l2deng 2 ай бұрын

Good advises. it's also possible to keep a mixed reef with a lot of SPS by changing water only once a month. Nutrient export balanced with nutrient consumption is the key. Dosing is also necessary for keeping SPS.

@robdavinroy1761 3 ай бұрын

Wow so awesome Tufan. So you are managing aquaculture farms in Thailand? Thailand loves their Sea Bass, one of the main farmed fish. Let me ask you. In the USA my grocery store is ALDIs (a German based company). The following seafood they supply comes from China: Flounder, Tilapia, Cod, Salmon, Shrimp, and Scallops. I know the freshwater seafood is no doubt aqua cultured, but what about the saltwater seafood? In your opinion are these foods safe to eat? I would imagine there is some kind of quality control in China, although some of my Chinese friends said “ not always” 😮.

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your support. At present, more than 95% of the seafood products from China in the international market are farmed. Especially flounder, tilapia, shrimp, scallops and salmon. In fact, in all farming processes, there will be something that the public doesn't like. Before go to market, the authorities will run some checks, and if they break the rules, they will be punished. But is there some untested aqua products end up in supermarkets? I believe there is. However, the products used for export are subject to border inspection from both countries, and all exporters will avoid being investigated in the port of the other country and be returned. So, I think in general, China's export seafood is fine. There are far more dangerous things in the world than seafood :) :) :)

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

BTW I'm not directly managing a farm. I'm doing some technical work relate to farmed animal's health.

@robdavinroy1761 3 ай бұрын

@@cozyaquariumccThanks for sharing your knowledge much appreciated! 🙏🐠

@robdavinroy1761 3 ай бұрын

I’m so sad about the fire, was back in the USA when it happened. But happy you got to see JJ market. So you two are now living permanently in Thailand with your daughter ? If so fantastic and may you stay safe. Your saltwater videos are awesome keep them coming.

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

Yes. We are kinda permanently living in Bangkok. At least we are not planning to leave right now. But who knows whats gonna happen after years. The JJ market was amazing. Last week when we were there, that burnt place was tear down. Hope it will be rebuilt soon. Thanks for your support:)

@BigBlueReefAquatics 3 ай бұрын

well said!!!

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

Thanks :)

@Starheroz_DBS 3 ай бұрын

As a person who is interested in getting into saltwater aquariums, this was very useful information. Thank you.

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

Thank you and good luck with your tank to be:)

@ParkerLewis411 8 күн бұрын

I’m 3 years deep into it now. My advice is do your research before ANY decision.

@BIG-ES- 3 ай бұрын

I always had the blue foot crawl over all my coral and damage a lot of my lps. They really get on my nerves. Sure do look cool though

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

I think they do need a pathway to go places they want. If no that pathway, yes, they don't care about our corals for sure.

@robdavinroy1761 3 ай бұрын

Great video. You are in Thailand or china?

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

I'm in Thailand.

@robdavinroy1761 3 ай бұрын

@@cozyaquariumcc Nice. My wife and I are building a house in Hua Hin and I am torn between installing a freshwater or saltwater tank. I've had both over the years, the freshwater was Discus and cardinal tetras, the saltwater was fish only. I've been to JJ fish market many times and was leaning toward freshwater, as they have this one specialty shop that is for south american fish..blew me away as they had wild caught discus and amazing assortment of tetras.....but only recently I sound the saltwater shops in the back corner of the market, plenty of nice fish some caught from Thai waters....where do you get your corals and fish from?

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

Nice choice for Hua Hin to build your house. We been there once. Very nice view. We got our corals also in JJ fish market, or they call Chatuchak Weekend market. I don't know how to describe the exact place, but it is very close to the bird zone.

@racecar945 4 ай бұрын

Improve ur English

@insanity4224 4 ай бұрын

I would advise sucking the infection out rather than blowing it around the tank. You can then use a hydrogen peroxide dip to kill off the remaining infection. Also those corals are not sinularia but either lobophytum or sarcophytum. Very nice collection though :)

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

Great suugestion. Thank you.

@simpleaquatics4262 4 ай бұрын

Just subscribed!!!

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

Thank you:)

@robdavinroy1761 4 ай бұрын

I can’t believe how well your family speaks English, especially your daughter!! Awesome video can you share what city you are from? 🙏

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

We are from China and live in Bangkok now.

@robdavinroy1761 3 ай бұрын

@@cozyaquariumcc Welcome to Thailand! my wife and I are out in Hua Hin and are getting ready to setup a saltwater display tank for the living room..I am sure you have been to JJ fish market already....but Ive seen on youtube some amazing stores in China. good luck with your wild caught creatures.

@ST-sp2fy 4 ай бұрын

很有趣！

@cozyaquariumcc 3 ай бұрын

谢谢：）

@no_proxxiv4163 4 ай бұрын

Nice video! I enjoyed it!

@cozyaquariumcc 4 ай бұрын

Thank you:)

@dynomitedp 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your journey! Your daughter is so cute!

@CoralReefkid 4 ай бұрын

I’m a reefer and I’m fackin lazy

@cozyaquariumcc 4 ай бұрын

haha, I don't blame ya~

@5punkybob 4 ай бұрын

100% you can be a lazy reefer!!! Before I moved, I had a 6x2x45 with 4x1x1 sump and I didn't do a water change for over a year! Nitrates sat at 5, Phosphates sat at barely detectable with Hannah test kit. All I did was use an auto topoff for freshwater and an auto doser for trace elements. The sump had 4 large marine pure cubes, Skimmer and synthetic wool for mechanical filtration.

@cozyaquariumcc 4 ай бұрын

Another good example to learn

@queencityreefs 4 ай бұрын

Very nice setup 👏👌🤙

@jacksonsparrow8865 4 ай бұрын

Do you have to trim the GSP from spreading to sand, glass, or other rocks?

@cozyaquariumcc 4 ай бұрын

I only see it grow from rock to rock, it never spread to sand in my tanks. So when I don't want GSP to spread, I will just keep it off the main rocks and it works.

@jacksonsparrow8865 4 ай бұрын

@@cozyaquariumcc thanks for the info

@mdb6402 5 ай бұрын

I have set up many emergency tanks and the coral were fine. No need to wait weeks to add coral. I wouldn’t put the fish through that without some kind of bottled bacteria though. Who knows though, maybe the fish would have been fine without the bottled bacteria because of the coral being in the tank also.

@mdb6402 5 ай бұрын

@cozyaquariumcc 4 ай бұрын

If corals are ok, the fish won't say a word :P