5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Saltwater Tank #ReefTank #AquariumLife #SaltwaterTank

Starting a saltwater tank? Here are 5 things I really wish I knew before I jumped into the reefing hobby.

I’m sharing what caught me off guard as a new reefer, from hidden equipment costs to how much space all the “backstage” gear takes. This video is for anyone thinking about building a marine or reef aquarium and wondering what it’s really like beyond the clean YouTube setups.

Here’s what I cover:

The tank and equipment are just the beginning. The real costs keep coming.

Fish have real personalities. Some are curious, some are shy, and some are just jerks.

Everyone has advice, and it’s not always helpful.

Patience means weeks and months, not days.

You’re going to need more garage space than you think.

If you’re new to saltwater tanks, reef tanks, or still cycling your first system, this might help you avoid a few surprises.

Leave a comment if you're just getting started, or share something you wish you knew earlier so we can help out the next round of new reefers.

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