Stuart.Chong

Thanks all, that is really good information. Before this, I have a lot of questions about seahorses (I still have a lot, hahaha). But, having all these information enlightens me further. Now, I will have to put up a step-by-step lcheckist for myself.

Hi all, I realised some of my questions are really "newbie-ish" but thanks everyone for the answers. Meanwhile, I will investigate how I can better proceed w/ this.

Been around ReefCentral, SGReefClub and SeaHorse.com to look at reef related information but would appreciate some local Singapore information whenever possible: 1. What is the price range for seahorses in SGD? 2. What kind of tank should I go for? I have read that verticle tanks are more suited to let seahorses to have babies. Is this true? Does the regular rectangular ones work too? 3. Is a 4ft x 2ft x 2ft rectangular tank good for 10 seahorses? 4. How much for a new tank? Is a second-hand tank recommended? 5. How much habitat (LRs, corals) should I have in the tank, >20%? 6. If I go for a verticle tank, do I need a sump? 7. What is the cost for a sump that handles a 4ft x 2ft x 2ft tank? 8. How much does corals and stuff cost? 9. How much does it take to convert tap water to proper water for use in marine tanks? Any alternatives? 10. Lastly, a really newbie question, are Leafy Seadragons available in Singapore. If yes, are they hardy? Honestly, I have no idea how much this setup will cost but I think I am willing to put in 1-2k SGD. I know I have more homework to do to keep my seahorses safe.