Sean
I surprised Marc himself hasn'tresponded but this would be an excellent
place to start your research.
http://www.melevsreef.com/overview.htm
Dave Young

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Dear All,

I am in the process of moving house and have cleared out one of my two
main tanks, which is about 50 gallons. Once moved and assuming that I have
sufficient space, I am considering setting up one as a marine aquarium ...
mainly because they much more intereting to look at; especially with more
colourful fish and the living coral.

My experience is about 18 months with tropical (general comunity and a
cichlid tank) and freshwater. I've experienced minimal problems with what
I have done so far and was wondering how I should go about starting a
marine tank.

What's the route for setting up?

How long for the water to settle and cycle?

Ideal fish for starters?

Corals?

What about other living creatures, like shrimp, hermit crabs, etc?

Any advice welcomed.

Sean