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Reef Tank Tips
The Great Aquascaping Debate – Live Rocks vs. Dry Rocks.
Is your reef tank boring? When you gaze into this underwater universe, are you uninspired?When I first dove into the world of reef aquariums, I was obsessed. My desire to create a healthy habitat was surpassed by my will to manifest a slice of the ocean that’s just for me. Aquarists aren’t just admirers of the sea. We’re dreamers. We’re environmentalists. We’re artists. Being … [Read more...] about The Great Aquascaping Debate – Live Rocks vs. Dry Rocks.
The Essential Guide to Reef Tanks and Phytoplankton.
Featured Image: Tetraselmis suecica(4-6um) single cell swimmer.I heard a Local Fish Store owner tell a customer that ”All phytoplankton are the same”. My immediate thought was, are all corals the same? Are all fish the same? NO! There are conservatively hundreds of thousands to a million different species of phytoplankton in the oceans and more than that when we include … [Read more...] about The Essential Guide to Reef Tanks and Phytoplankton.
Clear Advice – Exploring Reef Tank Water Changes.
On the photo: Yuliya - Tank: RedSea REEFER 250.For something that sounds so easy, reef tank water changes aren’t as straightforward as you might think. Even though it sounds like you simply remove and replace water, the number of variables and considerations can be overwhelming.Throughout my years as an avid aquarist, the topic of water changes has never been a stranger. … [Read more...] about Clear Advice – Exploring Reef Tank Water Changes.
Expert advice 10 most important reef tank water parameters.
Which parameters you should test for to have a successful reef tank. Detailed information about the most important water parameters in a reef aquarium by Dr. Ben Funk / ATI Lab (Germany).Author:Like so many of you, my journey into the mystical underwater world of aquariums began many years ago. At the tender age of 9, my family purchased a freshwater tank. While my parents … [Read more...] about Expert advice 10 most important reef tank water parameters.
Essential Guide for Carbon Media In Your Saltwater Reef Tank.
Keep Your Saltwater Reef Tank Happy and Healthy With Carbon Media.Oh, saltwater reef aquariums. When I began my journey into this underwater world, I never anticipated this hobby could transform into a multifaceted obsession. If you’re like me, as soon as you think you’ve learned it all, there’s another layer waiting to be explored. Diving into the watery world of saltwater … [Read more...] about Essential Guide for Carbon Media In Your Saltwater Reef Tank.
GFO Media – Aquarium Lifesaver, Reef Tanks Phosphate Control.
Guest Post by: Jessica Santos. As an aquarium hobbyist, you have more than likely heard the term GFO for a reef tank, or granular ferric oxide on occasion. However, for those of you that are considering starting a reef aquarium or wish to increase your knowledge in this activity - what is GFO, granular ferric oxide is a chemical filter media that is used with a reactor … [Read more...] about GFO Media – Aquarium Lifesaver, Reef Tanks Phosphate Control.
The Ultimate Guide How To Successfully Grow Beautiful SPS Corals.
How to keep SPS corals by Mark Rosenblatt - Helpful Information and Tips to Keep Beautiful SPS Corals.Many of us share a desire to grow beautiful, colorful corals. Acquiring and growing beautifully colored SPS corals (SPS stand for Small Polyp Stony Corals) involves a commitment in time, energy and expenditures.SPS certainly represent one of the ultimate challenges in … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide How To Successfully Grow Beautiful SPS Corals.
The Hue of Health – Coralline Algae Importance, Benefits and Essential Information.
Is Coralline Algae Good? Helpful Information and Tips for Saltwater Tank Hobbyists.What’s your ultimate reef tank goal? While you may hold unique desires, vibrant color and solid covering is the shared goal by most aquarists.The quest to accomplish this goal is what began my journey into the world of algae. Unlike popular belief, not all algae is bad. In fact, there’s one … [Read more...] about The Hue of Health – Coralline Algae Importance, Benefits and Essential Information.
Investigating Salifert Water Test Kits for Accuracy – Lab Results
Diving Into The Accuracy of the Most Popular Water Test Kits. Quick Navigation Diving Into The Accuracy of the Most Popular Water Test Kits.Guiding You to Accuracy - What To Look For In Water Test KitsOur Approach To Accurate Results - Testing the Test Kits.Samples Sent To ATI Lab.The Final Comparison.Salifert Test Kits Giveaway! When it comes to your tank, almost every … [Read more...] about Investigating Salifert Water Test Kits for Accuracy – Lab Results