Cloudy Water With Nopox
Nopox is a nitrate and phosphate reducer that is popular for nutrient control in marine aquariums. It is…
Low Light Corals
Whether you have insufficient light for your reef tank, or if you just need corals for shaded areas,…
Devil’s Hand Leather Coral (Lobophytum)
The Lobophytum (Lobophytum sp.) is a species of soft coral which are also known as Devil’s Hand Leather Coral…
Toadstool Leather Coral (Sarcophyton)
A Sarcophyton is a soft coral that is commonly called a Toadstool Leather. These are popular for reef…
Cloudy Water With Nopox
Nopox is a nitrate and phosphate reducer that is popular for nutrient control in marine aquariums. It is labeled as algae management control because it can help to prevent outbreaks by reducing nitrate and phosphate. If you have less of these nutrients, then there is a lower chance of an algae outbreak. This product by…
Low Light Corals
Whether you have insufficient light for your reef tank, or if you just need corals for shaded areas, there are a lot of choices including LPS and soft corals. Every reef tank has areas that are dimly lit that have low PAR. You may have a Leather mushroom coral that has gotten large and shaded…
Devil’s Hand Leather Coral (Lobophytum)
The Lobophytum (Lobophytum sp.) is a species of soft coral which are also known as Devil’s Hand Leather Coral or Finger Leathers. These corals are popular in saltwater aquariums due to their ease of care and unique appearance. These corals get their name from their appearance. It looks like a creepy looking hand reaching out of…
Toadstool Leather Coral (Sarcophyton)
A Sarcophyton is a soft coral that is commonly called a Toadstool Leather. These are popular for reef tanks due to their hardiness, low cost and availability. They are called toadstools because they look like a mushroom. They have a stalk and an umbrella shaped top. The top of the coral is called the capitulum.…
Vargas Cespitularia Coral Care
The Vargas Cespitularia is a soft coral that was released by ORA (Oceans, Reefs, and Aquariums.) ORA is an aquaculture farm located in Florida. A lot of brick and mortar stores as well as online coral vendors sell ORA corals. This variety is different from the Blue Cespitularia in coloration and health. Normally, this species…
Best Saltwater Fish For 20 Gallon Tank
One of the most common sizes of aquariums is 20 gallons. This size saltwater tank is affordable and easy to obtain. Most pet stores carry these. A lot of fish are large and not suitable for a smaller tank like this, so it is important to understand which saltwater fish are best for a 20…
Do Corals Need To Be Acclimated
When it comes to purchasing new corals for your reef tank, it is important to understand what the best steps are to provide proper care for your new frag. Whether you purchase them from an online vendor or from your local fish store (LFS), you need to ensure that your coral survives the transition. Corals…
Chemiclean For Red Slime Algae
If you ever have an outbreak of red slime algae or cyanobacteria in your saltwater tank, then you may need to use products that are designed to remove it. While natural methods are generally the best way to remove cyano, sometimes red slime needs to get controlled sooner than later. This bacteria can spread rapidly,…
What Eats Cyanobacteria In Reef Tank?
Cyanobacteria is a nuisance in marine aquariums and reef tanks. This red slime algae is actually a bacteria and not an algae at all. If you want a natural way to try to get rid of it, you can use certain clean up crews or natural saltwater inhabitants to do it. So, what eats Cyanobacteria…
Red Slime Algae (Cyanobacteria) Removal
Red Slime algae can occur in any saltwater aquarium, but it is technically called cyanobacteria. This unsightly algae (bacteria) can be a nuisance for so many hobbyist who have saltwater aquariums or reef tanks. The red stuff can cover your sand bed, live rocks, and even your corals. It makes your aquarium look ugly, and…
Pencil Urchins For Saltwater Tanks
Pencil Urchins (Eucidaris tribuloides) are a popular invert for saltwater aquariums. They are also called slate pencil urchin or red pencil urchin. These inexpensive urchins usually go for around $10-$15, and they are a great addition to your tank’s clean up crew. They are efficient at eating away different types of algae, sponges, and coralline…
Types Of Soft Coral For Reef Tanks
One of the most popular types of corals for aquariums are soft corals. These are beautiful corals that can provide movement and color to your display tank. Due to the ability to easily frag them, and because they can survive well from cutting, they have become popular. There are hundreds of species of soft coral…
Sinularia Leather Coral | Ultimate Guide
Sinularia or better known as Leather corals are a popular species of soft corals for home aquariums. There are several popular varieties including Finger Leather, Cabbage Leather, Spaghetti Finger Leather, and Blushing Finger Leather Corals. They are soft corals with small polyps all over their skin, and they are popular with both beginners and experienced…
Reef Safe Fish For Your Aquarium
There are so many species of fish that can go in a saltwater aquarium, but if you have a reef tank with corals, then you are limited to what you can have. Not all marine fish are compatible with corals, and it is important to understand which ones are. Some fish will nip at corals…
Top 8 Most Colorful Saltwater Fish For Your Tank
One of the benefits of having a saltwater aquarium is all of the brightly colored marine fish that you can keep. There are so many different species, and each has their own unique pattern and design. Under LED lights, these colors really pop especially if you have a reef tank. Brightly lit corals really help…
Best Budget Reef Light For Saltwater Tanks
One of the most costly items for reef tanks is lighting, and it is one of the most important as well. Reef lights provide energy for your corals to thrive and grow. Without it, you cannot have a successful aquarium with corals in it. While we certainly recommend going for products that cost a little…
Green Star Polyps Closed And Not Opening
Green Star Polyps (Pachyclavularia violacea) are beginner soft coral that look amazing in reef tanks. These corals are easy to care for, and they are perfect for inexperienced reefers, but as with any coral, there can be times when they stay closed. GSP are a love/hate coral for a lot of reefers due to their…
Green Star Polyp Care Guide
Green Star Polyps are an excellent soft coral, especially for beginners. They provide color and movement to your saltwater tank. In addition, they are hardy and can tolerate a range of water parameters that some more sensitive corals may not be able to do well in. This is fairly standard for a lot of soft…
Blastomussa Coral Care Guide
The Blastomussa coral, which is sometimes called Pineapple coral, is a fantastic LPS (large polyp stony) for your reef tank. Because it has big fleshy polyps it can sometimes be confused with brain corals. When their polyps are open, then can sometimes be confused with mushroom anemone. Their beautiful colors and textures will add some…
Best Fish For 30 Gallon Saltwater Tank
One of the most popular sizes of saltwater tanks is 30 gallons. This is on the larger end for smaller aquariums, and most hobbyist would not consider it to be a nano tank. This makes it a suitable size for beginners, and it is not something you have to invest a lot of money in.…
Yellow Watchman Goby Care Guide
A Yellow Watchman Goby (Cryptocentrus cinctus) is one of the most popular fish for saltwater aquariums. It also goes by the names Yellow Shrimp Goby and Yellow Prawn. These gobies are yellow in color, and they have tiny blue spots on their head and flanks. One of the greatest features is the permanent frown on…
Best Schooling Fish For Saltwater Aquariums
Saltwater aquariums can be so diverse because of all the different varieties of marine life that you can add to it. One of the most popular types are schooling fish. These fish that swim together can add a beautiful touch to a large marine tank. It can be mesmerizing watching a group of fish swim…
Bottlenose Dolphin Adaptations Guide
When it comes to understanding bottlenose dolphin adaptations, it is important to understand what adaptations are. A simple definition is the physical or behavioral characteristicsm of an animal which allows it to thrive and survive in its environment. (Tursiops truncatus) Marine mammals like dolphins have a wide variety of these. Below is a comprehensive guide…
Jellyfish Facts And Questions
Jellyfish are simple creatures that are about 95% water. While most jellyfish are similar, some species do have advanced features. Jellies are one of the most remarkable creatures in the ocean, but they are also misunderstood. We take a look at some popular questions that always come up when jellyfish are being discussed. This is…
Do Jellyfish Have Eyes
Jellyfish, which are not actually fish, look like transparent blobs with tentacles floating in the ocean. They get their name based on the fact that they are made of 2 cellular layers with a jelly like substance in the middle called mesoglea. These creatures are very simple, and they are made up of 95% percent…
Ricordia florida And Ricordia Yuma Care
Ricordia mushrooms are very popular anemone corals in reef tanks because they are easy to find, and they are easy to care for. Plus, you can find some beautiful color patterns that will stand out in your display tank. They two most common species are the Ricordia florida and the Ricordia yuma. These are very…
What Is The Largest Jellyfish
There are thousands of species of jellyfish in the world’s oceans. These beautiful creatures can be found in the shallow waters of our beaches as well as the deep ocean. Some are harmless, and others are dangerous with deadly venom. Some are as small as a fingernail at adult stages, and others are larger than…
Most Dangerous And Deadliest Jellyfish
Jellyfish are one of the most simple animals on the planet. They are 95% water, have no brain or heart, yet they can be extremely dangerous and even deadly in some situations. There are thousands of species, and while many of them only cause minor problems, some are very venomous. While jellyfish eat fish, plankton,…
What Do Jellyfish Eat
Jellyfish are invertebrates that live in every ocean in the world, and they get their name from their appearance. They do not have any bones, and they are made of a jelly like substance. In addition to that, they also do not have a heart or brains. Even though they have the name “fish” in…
What Eats Bristle Worms
If you have managed a saltwater aquarium before, there is a good chance that you have encountered bristle worms in your tank. If you have not, you likely will at some point. Bristle worms or sometimes spelled bristleworms are segmented worms called Polychaetas. Most aquarists will leave them in their tank because they are really…
What Do Clownfish Eat?
Clownfish are the most popular fish for saltwater aquariums. Understanding their diet is vital to keeping them healthy in your tank. Clownfish eat a varied diet consisting of mysis shrimp, copepods, algae, flakes, and pellet food. They will eat things in your tank such as algae, zooplankton, and copepods, and of course they will eat…
How Much Sand For A Saltwater Aquarium
One of the first things to figure out when setting up your saltwater tank is learning about the sand you put in it. You are likely going to use live sand, and there are a lot of different choices. Non-living sand is an option, but it costs about the same, and it is not as…
Zoanthid Coral Care | The Ultimate Resource
Zoanthid Coral Care Zoanthids, or commonly known as Zoas, are one of the most popular corals, especially among beginners. It is important to understand Zoanthid coral care in order to get the most out of them. They are prized for the beautiful colors, ability to grow fast, and their ease of care. There are so…
Conch Snail
The conch snail is very popular in saltwater tanks and reef tanks. This is due to their mild temperament, and they are easy to care for. But, the biggest reason for their popularity is just watching them sift through the sand bed in search of food. In addition to that, they are very beneficial to…
Why Does My Fish Tank Smell
If you have a well maintained aquarium, you may never have had this issue before, but sometimes your fish tank can smell bad. This goes for saltwater, freshwater, and reef tanks. When we are talking about a bad odor from your tank, we don’t mean you can catch an odor when you put your nose…
The Best and Safest Silicone For Your Aquarium (2020)
One of the most important parts that holds an aquarium together is silicone adhesive. If you need to repair or build a tank, you need to know what is the best silicone for your aquarium. When we are talking about aquariums, we mean glass aquariums, which is what silicone is used for as a great…
Best Sharks For Saltwater Tank
If you are tired of clowns, corals, and Yellow Tangs, how about a shark for your marine aquarium? These are not common in aquariums, so it is good to know what are the best sharks for a saltwater tank before you go out and get one. Getting a shark for your aquarium is not something…
How To Cure Live Rock For Your Reef Tank
How To Cure Live Rock For Your Reef Tank One of the most important and essential things to put into a new saltwater reef tank is live rock, and it is very important that you learn how to cure live rock before you add it to your tank. Even if you add it in an…
Why Are My Zoas Closed And Not Opening Up
Why Are My Zoas Closed Zoas are one of the most popular corals for reef tanks. But sometimes they do not act right, and you just want to figure out why are my zoas closed up. This may not be an easy solution, as there can be so many different factors causing them to not…
How Much Live Rock For A Saltwater Aquarium
How Much Live Rock For A Saltwater Aquarium A good rule to figure out how much rock or live rock is needed for your saltwater tank is 1.5 pounds of rock per gallon of water. Or, that would be 1kg per 10 Liters of water. This is just an average and there definitely is some…
What Are The Best Corals For Beginners
What Are The Best Corals For Beginners Looking for the best corals for beginners? We will cover everything that you need to know to get you started. From which ones to get, which ones to avoid, and why choose certain corals if you are new to the hobby. This page does not cover setting up…
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