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…
How Many Fish Can I Put In A 30 Gallon Tank You can put about 30 inches of fish in a 30 gallon tank. The amount you can add depends on the size of each fish, and it is a good idea to go under 30 inches especially if you don’t have great filtration. An…
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…
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…
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 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…
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 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…
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…
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,…