tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28067936773286279412012-01-29T08:26:23.798-05:00Information About Saltwater, Freshwater, Coral Reef Aquariums. And everything in between.Chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18209397192341387339noreply@blogger.comBlogger651100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2806793677328627941.post-88630005172234778002010-02-07T13:27:00.000-05:002010-02-07T13:27:33.114-05:00

If you are considering setting up an aquarium you do need to be aware that saltwater aquariums are more of a challenge to setup and maintain than freshwater tanks. Saltwater aquariums are very touchy when it comes to water chemistry and other factors so you must be careful and have the proper know-how to maintain it. When it comes to aquarium creatures, the saltwater tank can have a much wider

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Tips For Freshwater Aquarium Maintenance January 25, 2010 at 12:25 AM Once you decide to have an aquarium at home, you also need to be prepared for freshwater aquarium maintenance tasks. Since the fish

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Glass Bloodfin Tetra Fact Sheet January 23, 2010 at 4:54 PM The Glass Bloodfin Tetra, Prionobrama filigera is a medium size tetra, growing to a maximum size of about 6 cm, although they are usually

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Feed Meh! What You Need to Know About Feeding Your Fish January 21, 2010 at 10:35 AM Despite the importance to your fish, of all the factors that need to be taken into consideration when caring for them, feeding is often the most overlooked. It is vitally important for your aquarium to do well

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10 Tips on Caring For Your Home Freshwater Aquarium January 19, 2010 at 8:06 PM Freshwater fish can introduce you to the fascinating underwater world they live in. Fish can be so fragile that they need some special kind of care for them to live longer. There are

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Starting a Saltwater Aquarium - FOWLR - Fish Only With Living Rock A FOWLR aquarium is a great hobby and can bring tons of fun and enjoyment to the whole family. Picking the type of aquarium is an important step. Knowing what kind of fish that you are going to choose to live together can make or break your saltwater aquarium experience.   Starting a Saltwater Aquarium - Choosing a Fish For You

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How to Setup a Tropical Aquarium Successfully There are tons of factors to consider when getting a freshwater aquarium. If you want certain fish, make sure that you get the tank that can fit them, or the right type of other fish if you are making a community tank. Also consider how aggressive these fish could be, you don't want them attacking each other. Read the article: Freshwater Tropical Fish

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Will Betta Fins Grow Back? Many fish owners have other fish in the tank with their bettas. Either through contact with other aggressive fish, other bettas or betta diseases, they may notice the betta fins become torn, ripped or jagged. A common question after noticing this condition is whether the fins will regenerate. Betta Fins - Will damaged fins grow back? The answer lies in how the fish lost

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Things to Avoid When Setting Up an Aquarium In Your Home Having an aquarium in home will bring loads of fun and a relaxing atmosphere. You might need to invest a little time of yours for getting accustomed to it, but once you are you will get huge benefits. A quarantine tank is must if you want to put a new fish in your aquarium, you need to keep the new fish separate before introducing them to

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Beginner Advice About Aquarium Lights There is no doubt in the fact the all the human beings cannot live a healthy life until and unless they do not get all the essential things for their healthy living. The same is the case with every other living creature on this earth. Every creature has its own set of needs and requirements that should be understood by the human beings. Follow this link to

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How to Care For Your Percula Clownfish Many people believe that Marine fish are generally quite difficult to maintain and expensive to upkeep, however this isn't true, especially if you know the secret which I will share as you read further! No hobby has evolved quicker than marine keeping. But if you would like to learn How to Care For Your Percula Clownfish, then read this article. A Very Cool

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Brilliant Innovations in Aquarium Maintenance - Sand Filter and Gravel Washer With the popularity of aquarium keeping hobby on the rise, came about newer technology developments that offers utmost convenience to the many aquarists worldwide. Such equipments and supplies are constantly invented and re-invented to help aquarium keepers take advantage of the most effective fish keeping practices

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Saltwater Aquarium - Pointers For a Beginner Before you invest in a saltwater aquarium you will need to understand the duties and dedication which are involved in maintaining a salt water fish tank. Also, there are 3 types of saltwater aquariums to choose from, so that will have to be resolved before you buy. All these important decisions will be touched on as you read this article! Check it out

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Flame Angelfish The flame angelfish (Centropyge Loriculus) is arguably the most recognizable member of the genus centropyge in the marine aquarium hobby today. This is mainly because of its stunning beauty. It is a bright mix between orange and red with blue accents toward the end of its anal and dorsal fins. Read more about the Flame Angelfish. Queen Angelfish The Queen Angelfish (Holacanthus

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Common Water Moss Willow Moss is also known as Common Water Moss and makes a great alternative to Java Moss when you are starting or expanding a planted aquarium. Plants and moss can offer a great range of benefits to your aquarium and fish. What You Need to Know About Keeping Algae Plants There are several important aspects of keeping plants that need to be understood to keep them healthy and

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What You Need to Think About - Starting Your Aquarium There are many different factors which contribute to the success of an aquarium and when you begin it is often hard to think of what more your fish could need than an occasional water change and food. However successful aquariums are a small ecosystem in themselves and understanding the strengths and weaknesses will help you provide a healthy

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Betta Fish Complete Care Betta Bulbs are ones which when placed in aquarium become aquarium plants. Betta bulbs are usually cryptocorynes plants. These bulbs are available in any Petco. Tips For Breeding Betta Fish Successfully Bettas are absolutely beautiful fish personalities that make them great pets. Breeding these types of fish can result in some gorgeous color combinations, plus you can

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Basic Guidelines in Choosing an Aquarium Getting a suitable tropical fish tank for your needs will make it much easier to maintain, and will bring a whole lot of fun for you and your fish. When choosing the perfect aquarium, you have to consider not only the physical features of it, but also its usability and suitability to your specific needs. This article will give you basic guidelines in

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The Best Themes For Fish Tanks Aquarium Backgrounds The best thing about fish tanks is that they give your home a little something extra. They not only act as a habitat for beautiful pet fish but they also add more life and color to your rooms. When it comes to the inside of the fish tank, organization and décor matter here too. The possibilities are quite frankly endless. Here are just a few

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Beginners-Glass or Acrylic? If you are interested in setting up a reef aquarium, as a beginner you may wonder, should you have a glass aquarium or an acrylic one? This is a basic concern of many new marine reef keepers but I think it comes down to personal preference. Advice About Glass and Acrylic Aquariums One of the advantages of glass is it doesn't scratch easy. However, the bigger your tank

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Reef Aquarium Lighting During Cycling Here is some advice for those of you new to having a reef aquarium. This involves lighting during the cycle of your aquarium. Should you leave the lights during the cycle, should you turn them off, or should you leave them on a few hours during the day? These are good questions and hopefully it can be answered here. An essential element for a successful

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Common Aquarium Care Mistakes Made by Beginners A very common mistake made by beginners with saltwater, marine, or reef aquariums, is they are not patient enough. It is instinctive for us to want to get things done now and done quick. But with a reef aquarium you need to take your time. You must allow your tank to cycle completely before adding any livestock. If you rush this part of the process

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Nitrates and the Affects on Tank Life Long term exposure to nitrates can have bad affects on your tank life. Some of the affects are slowed growth, poor appetite, stress, gasping, lethargy, and reduced healing just to name a few of the more common symptoms. Death can result if your fish and other tank creatures are constantly exposed to high levels of nitrates, so it is very important that you

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Removal Tips for High Levels of Nitrates in a Saltwater Aquarium Let me start off by saying that there are a number of reasons why a saltwater aquarium could be having a problem with high nitrate levels. The waste from your tank creatures is converted to nitrates, any food that is left over will eventually convert to nitrates, any creatures that die in your tank will eventually convert to

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A good question before starting is, what is the job of a surface skimmer? You will not find a lot of information on the web about what a surface skimmer does. But here is what I found out about them. 1. It skims dissolved proteins to suppress nutrient buildup and preserve good water quality. 2. It improves oxygen exchange. 3. It allows better light penetration by getting rid of surface film.

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Here is a saltwater aquarium tip-You can control algae and withdraw nitrates in your coral and marine aquariums. How? By using an Aquaripure Nitrate Filter. The Aquaripure nitrate filter, likewise called a denitrator, is a comprehensive biological filter. It utilizes beneficial bacteria to break down inconspicuous organic matter and nitrates entirely into Nitrogen gas which then escapes into

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Saltwater Preparation When I prepare a mixture of saltwater for a water change I will fill a dark container with RO/DI water, and then I will place a heater and a powerhead into the water to thoroughly mix the salt. Maybe you do something similar. But what if you don't use all the saltwater that you have prepared? Can you keep the extra mixed saltwater for your next water change? I have done

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Reef Aquarium and Water Changes Doing a water change in a saltwater fish aquarium or reef aquarium can be a really touchy procedure that must be done properly to prevent any of your in tank livestock from going into shock. The aquarium should mirror the natural surroundings that the fish and other saltwater creatures are used to. If you're moving your animals to a bigger or differently shaped

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When I first started with freshwater aquariums back in the day, people used to rave about this stuff. I utilized it a few times and it appeared to work. I was highly doubtful that it would work, but it did cycle my tank pretty much instantly. However, the thing they do not tell you is some of the times you need to dose it more than once and BIO-spira can be pretty costly for a bag that's like 90%

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If you have 29 gallon tank, do you need to have a protein skimmer? From my research and experience protein skimmers are among the most crucial pieces of equipment in a reef tank, 3rd only to proper lighting and pumps for water flow. Their ability to help preserve highwater quality (particularly in more small-scale tanks) is priceless. The marine hobby is no place to go cutting corners. That

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If your coral reef aquarium is less than 4 months old and the primary problem that you're having involves a light red brown dusting on your glass and rocks, then your tank is undergoing a diatom bloom. How can you control this bloom? By hiring some good reef janitors that will control the diatom algae. Add to your aquarium both Cerith and Nerite snails. Collectively they're an amazing cleaning

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Saltwater reef aquariums are aquariums that incorporate live precious coral and additional creatures affiliated with coral reefs. Saltwater reef aquariums consist of a number of elements, the most significant of which is the tank. Regular glass or acrylic aquariums are utilized for reef aquariums; they generally include an internal overflow made of plastic or glass that confines holes bored into

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Image via WikipediaImage via Wikipedia This article, I thought, was a great, well written article, discussing protein skimmers, the uses for them, the importance of them, and what kinds of skimmers are available. It is an excellent source of information if you want to learn about these necessary tools. A Practical Guide to Protein Skimmers Protein skimmers are arguably the most useful

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Image via WikipediaImage via Wikipedia Nothing can compare to the beauty of a live coral reef aquarium, with beautiful ocean creatures and intriguing critters moving around the rocks in the display. Having a coral reef aquarium, is basically having a tiny chunk of the ocean in your home. To get into reef aquariums as a hobby, what items are absolutely necessary for success?LIVE ROCKLive rock is

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Image by Mike Johnston via Flickr  Author: Simon Hemmings When selecting your saltwateraquarium choose the largest you can possible afford and ensure the aquarium’s location is adequate and it’s within your budget. Don't think buying small is good for your first saltwater aquarium as you will very quickly find out that you are unable to fit all the fish you desire and there will be limited

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reef aquariums - Google Blog Search The Protein Skimmer And The Nano Reef Aquarium Nano aquariums are very small, ranging from 10 gallons or a little less to around 30 gallons or so. They are popular, at least partly because they have the advantage of being able to fit almost anywhere, so the aquarist ... Latest Reef Aquarium Science A complete resource for the latest reef aquarium science

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Image via Wikipedia Your fish cannot regulate their body temperature so extreme changes to their surrounding water temperature can create a lot of stress for them. Make sure before purchasing any fish, to ask what is the right temperature for your fish and make sure they can all live within the same temperature range. Also, be careful when doing water changes that you do not add water that is too

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Evaporation Tip As time marches on, water in your tank will begin to evaporate and it will need to be replenished.  In order to do this correctly in a saltwater tank, you must replace the water with freshwater. Why? Because the water that evaporates is freshwater. The salt in your tank water will not evaporate, so if you add more saltwater you could end up raising your salinity to possible

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Here are 3 good reasons why it's not a good idea to prop your live rock up against the sides of your aquarium. Reason #1: Placing your rock up against the glass could cause undo stress on the glass and it could possibly crack. And that, my friends, would not be good! Reason #2: Having your live rock up against the glass could disrupt the movement of water within your tank. So it is recommended

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Nano cubes can make very nice reef displays. However, they are very small. So, could you keep a yellow tang in such a small tank? The answer to that question would be, NO! The yellow tang can primarily be found in the shallow waters of the Pacific and Indian oceans. They can be found along the coast of Hawaii and Japan, for example. They like to dart around quickly and are known for swimming

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DonH took this photo of his Regal Angelfish. You can see a few more pictures by clicking here.  Regal Angelfish are beautiful fish that can be put into a reef tank. Each fish is diverse. You can expect to see uniqueness in color, texture, and shape. These fish require large tanks, preferably larger than 80 gallons and much, much bigger if you plan on keeping more than one. They can be very

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I want to start off this post by letting my readers know that running carbon in your reef tank is safe. Whether you choose to do it or not is up to you. I will give a few reasons why it is good and I will also give you some things you need to be aware of. In addition, I will provide you with some source material that will help you to make an informed decision. Carbon can help in reducing

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The photo was taken by SDGuy. Check out his gallery by clicking here. If you want some fish for your reef tank that don't cost a lot of money, and that usually don't cause much trouble, then consider some blue/green Chromis! These fish have a cool color that seem to change as they move across the light. Some people have issues with these fish, but the majority that have them love them. The

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If you are using ro/di water to calibrate your refractometer, it's a possibility that your tank water may be off. Ro/di water is filtered water and whatever readings the filter puts out is what you get. You may not be accurately calibrating your refractometer if you are using this method. And we all know that inaccuracies in a reef tank, even if slight, can cause major problems with your fish and

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I have found two great tools for beginner hobbyists who are interested in adding corals to their tanks, but haven't done so yet. These are two posters that list soft and stony corals that can be added to your tank along with additional information that you will need to know. Anthony Calfo's reef posters feature great photos of fascinating reef creatures, plus lots of interesting facts. This

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The photo is courtesy of Froggy. You can see his 75 gal tank pictures by clicking here. The scientific name for the Derasa Clam is Tridacna derasa. It is also known as the Southern Giant Clam or Smooth Giant Clam. It is a very conspicuous clam, as seen from the photo. It has a stripped or wavy line mantle pattern with colors like orange, yellow, black, blue and white. It can grow

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Do I need a protein skimmer for my reef aquarium? This is a subject that I think will always be debated on. If you go to any of the reef aquarium forums, I'm sure you will find a discussion dealing with this very question right now. In fact, that's why I decided to do a post on the subject. I'm not quite sure if you "need" one. But it does help in removing organics before they break down and

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Aquarium Lighting Oftentimes, one of the areas that is confusing and quite expensive is lighting your aquarium. A marine tank needs to have the proper light for your corals, anemones, and clams, for example, to thrive. If your tank is a fish only tank, then you can get away with pretty much any kind of light that is suited to your personal taste, but if you have other delicate creatures, they

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Oftentimes when new ones are setting up a marine tank, they get a little impatient and start adding things into the water that should not be there, yet. Things such as fish or corals. You can add your substrate and live rock but you must allow the the tank to cycle. How long does this take? The time varies, but what is a good indicator is when all your parameters are stabilized. You want nitrates

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Are upside-down Jellyfish reef safe? That is a good question. From the research that I have done on these creatures, I'd have to say not to get one. Upside-down jellyfish oftentimes do not survive long in a reef tank and they can sting. Most people that have been stung by them, do not have an adverse reaction to them, most just suffer from an itching sensation on the skin. For that reason alone I

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This is my affiliates page where you will find additional resources to help you in your quest to have the perfect reef aquarium. Experts Guide to Saltwater Aquariums Expert advice for setting up a Saltwater Aquarium like the pros. Tropical Fish Secrets Definitive Guide To Everything You Need To Know About Tropical Fish. Detritus In The Reef Aquarium at Blog for pet lovers Reef Ramblings »

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Proper filtration for a reef aquarium cannot be understated. The more you know the better off you will be.Why Is Aquarium Filtration Such A Hot Topicby Peter CunninghamThe marine aquarium hobby was once viewed as very hard, very expensive, and needing a touch of magic. The first two were correct, but not the latter, that simply being how it probably appeared to anyone not in the hobby but perhaps

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Here are a few links to other reef aquarium sites. And answers to some really cool questions. If you would like to have your link added email me here. How to secure progageted corals to hard hard substrates Reefkeeping...an online magazine for the marine aquarist Joseph Weatherson’s (240G) Reef Aquarium Mike's Mixed Reef Janet's reef Aquarium search Jim Curry's 180-gallon Mixed Reef Rob

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If you want a simple article that explains how to properly cycle your marine/reef tank(s), then check out Richard Wiltshire's blog that deals with this subject. To read more, CLICK HERE. Chris

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Reef enthusiasts know the importance of having adequate filtration. One way to provide excellent filtration is using live rock. The rock itself is not alive, but what lives in the rock is alive. Inside these rocks are all kinds of micro and macroscopic marine life. Using adequate live rock can be your main biological nitrification base or biological filter for your saltwater aquarium. It also

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These photos was taken by Christa Richert who lives in Berlin, Germany. You can view her profile here. These photo's were taken by Piotr Ciuchta. You can view additonal photo's by Piotr by clicking here. This photo was taken by Donna Adenine from Saint Ignace, MI (USA). Please view her other photo's by clicking here.

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These 6 photo's were taken by Massimo Zunino who lives in Milano, Italy. You can view his profile by clicking here. Or you can view his website by clicking here.

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I love reading everything I can in regards to aquariums, corals, plants, fish, diy projects, etc. So when I find a site that features everything I love to read about, I just have to let people know about it. If you are new and you want information about anything related to reefing, then you need to check out Reef Central Online Community. This forum is awesome!! They have a discussion group,

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Here are a few Do It Yourself sites relating to saltwater aquariums. If you have a site or know of a site that you would like to have listed email me here. DIY Saltwater Aquarium Equipment Reef Tank D.I.Y. Sump part 1 DIY Counter Current Skimmer DIY Aquarium Lighting Projects DIY Magnesium Supplements for the Reef Aquarium DIY Fish Food Shaker

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Tropical fish and wave machines. by J GillardThis article is all about wave machines and why you as a fish owner should be concerned about them. And about why your fish, as a pet, wouldn't mind if you got it one.One of the main uses of a wave machine (other than turning a bath into a Jacuzzi) is to simulate the natural currents of the water. I've said it before and I'll say it again, if we're

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Pests in your aquarium and how to control them Author: Devin GillilandYour aquarium is a place where live creatures coexist with each other. As such, it is very possible that it will often suffer from infiltration by pests. The problem with pests is that they will compete with the fish for the resources within the aquarium, and that will directly affect the health of the fish. The common pests

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Information about nano reef aquariums by RC MooreThere is a new growing popularity in the reef keeping hobby called Nano Reefs. As the name implies, a nano reef is a reef aquarium on a small scale; 2.5 to 29 gallons. The price of a nano reef is also on a small scale, from the tank itself, the lighting, and it takes less live rock and corals to make a very dramatic reef display.It was often

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Lighting information for the reef keeper by Charles PagliaroReef Tank lighting is one of the most important aspects of reef keeping and undoubtedly the most discussed debated and disagreed about too!Proper lighting intensity is essential for the corals to carry out the process of photosynthesis, the process through which they create energy needed to survive and grow. Whatever the approach or

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Things to consider before setting up a marine aquarium by Peter CunninghamSeeing pictures of a healthy marine fish only or reef aquarium in books or on the internet, or even better, in reality at a public aquarium will cause just about anyone to appreciate the beauty and general fascination of them. Some people will wonder if they could have one, and the thought will shortly disappear. Others,

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This blog is dedicated to the great hobby of building, owning, maintaining, exploring, and showing off saltwater and coral reef aquariums. I live in an apartment in Florida that currently does not allow tenants to have aquariums. Since I cannot have one of my own, at this time, I decided that I would create a site that dealt with my love for this hobby. This blog will showcase some cool

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