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Hello,

The new Blue planet gave me the bug again in a big time way. I decided to do a pico/nano with the focus on a shrimp goby/pistol shrimp pair.

I am looking at AIO setups as well as stand-alone tanks with some DIY. I need to keep the water volume low enough that Distilled water from the grocery will be sufficient for weekly water changes. I just don't have the room for a RO/DI unit and the paraphernalia. I'm not sure of this would rule out corrals or if I would be fine sticking to softies?

Which brings me to my question. Is legitimate live rock worth doing in a very small tank? I have never bought actual live rock full of life and it is one thing I would love to try. At least in such a small tank, pests would be easier to remove.

Feel free to offer any advice or suggestions. I am excited about this nano and can't wait to get started.