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Had to choose between a saltwater and freshwater tank for my first aquarium. Picked salt. What a disaster.

I was debating between a 20 gallon saltwater or a 40 gallon freshwater setup. I went salt because I wanted the colorful fish. Three weeks in, I lost two clownfish to a pH swing I couldn't control. Now I'm stuck with a half-empty tank and $150 worth of dead rock. Any tips for balancing a nano tank without going broke?
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white.grant
white.grant29d agoMost Upvoted
Did you test your water source before adding the fish or just wing it?
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spencer_thomas4
Heard the RO/DI water is the secret but dang the setup costs add up quick.
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