Do you know that tap water is not safe for saltwater aquariums? Learn how to make tap water safe for saltwater aquariums.

When most people plan to start their first ever saltwater and reef aquarium they have a notion that water parameters in a saltwater environment is a difficult topic. However, I believe this is just a…

Just getting started on your first marine aquarium? Finding the right fish for your tank and combining them in a way that avoids territorial quarrels can be a challenge. There are so many different species out there. Which do you choose?!

Palytoxin is one of the most toxic marine chemicals and it might be in your home right now. Learn about the dangers and what you can do about it

The journey of starting a saltwater aquarium may seem daunting, especially for those accustomed to freshwater setups. However, when I began marine

The journey of starting a saltwater aquarium may seem daunting, especially for those accustomed to freshwater setups. However, when I began marine

Here's my journey over the past year... started with a 29 bio cube that lasted about 3 months I ran out of room and had to upgrade to a 50g. [ATTACH]...

A saltwater aquarium is a great addition to any place, which is why many people are interested and wonder how to start a saltwater aquarium.

How many times have you walked into a local fish store, someone's home or perusing the forums, and a beautiful reef tank has stopped you…

For the past 10 years we have helped thousands of people across the United States set up and maintain their saltwater aquarium using these simple tips.

The easiest saltwater fish that are ideal for aquarium beginners are Royal gramma, Green chromis, Six-line wrasse, White-tailed damselfish, Clownfish, etc.

All the basics of how to select tanks, prep water & add exotic fish in the guide for saltwater aquarium for beginners in 10 easy steps!

If you ask most level-headed reef hobbyists, one of the most enjoyable parts of the game is stocking our systems with corals and fishes. Now, on the surface, this seems like just a super-fun thing to…

The journey of starting a saltwater aquarium may seem daunting, especially for those accustomed to freshwater setups. However, when I began marine

The Favia Coral is a hardy and inexpensive aquarium coral that is suitable for beginners and attractive enough and tolerant enough to warrant space in an advanced reef keeper’s tank, too. They are part of the well-known “Brain Coral’ family. Let’s dive a bit deeper into the ins and outs of having a happy Favia […]

We have a full slate of tidbits and morsels for this issue of the Friday smorgasbord so let’s get things rocking. First off is the fears that genetically modified Electric Green Tetras may pose a…

So my Fiancee has been asking since i got back into the hobby for sea horses. I'm sure many of you have had this problem. I keep telling her that we...

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Starfish are the best-known echinoderms, but the group also features feather and brittle stars, as well as sea urchins and sea cucumbers.While they vary

The journey of starting a saltwater aquarium may seem daunting, especially for those accustomed to freshwater setups. However, when I began marine

The recent Nor'easter took out power to my house. The power went out on Friday, while I was away on business travel, and as of Sunday, the power was still out. The temperature outside was 36 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature inside the house dropped to 48 degrees by Sunday morning.

Explore the top 15 saltwater fish that will thrive in your 75 gallon tank. From colorful angelfish to exotic clownfish, create a beautiful underwater world.

If you want the best coral reef in your house you need the best reef salt. But hundreds of brands are available in the market. Which one to choose?

Discover the reasons for having plants in your saltwater aquarium. We will discuss live plants that look great and are easy to look after!

In this guide, we will take you through the fundamentals of saltwater aquariums, including why they are so appealing, how to set one up, the essential

A saltwater aquarium is a great addition to any place, which is why many people are interested and wonder how to start a saltwater aquarium.

I started my first saltwater tank more than a decade ago, but I can still remember the feelings of excitement, anticipation and fear about selecting my first few aquarium corals. As a beginner in the aquarium hobby, it can be a bit daunting to figure out which corals are easiest to care for, affordable, and likely to thrive in your tank. This list of the 14 Best LPS corals for beginners should help you take the guesswork out of the decision-making process and help you start to get the hang of it.

Congratulations to community member Justind823 and his 17 gallon nano reef for being selected for our May 2019 Reef Profile! This stunning reef aquarium began as a rebirth of its predecessor that was lost during the devastating Sonoma County wildfires in October 2017, turning an unfortunate setba...

The journey of starting a saltwater aquarium may seem daunting, especially for those accustomed to freshwater setups. However, when I began marine

This article is intended to help steer you away from a few pitfalls that saltwater hobbyists purchase starter fish

Now that you have seen each of the 10 types of tangs in this post, you can tell that these are relatively large saltwater fish that require big tanks to swim in. The larger the tang fish, the larger the tank you need to meet their care requirements. If you don't have a big tank or don't plan on having a big tank, the best strategy might be to select one of the smallest tangs to care for in your tank.

Maintain the most important saltwater aquarium parameter, salinity, by utilizing a saltwater aquarium ATO.

The main aim when cycling your new fish tank is to make sure the aquarium is habitable. The best way to encourage this process is by introducing bottled bacteria that act as an aquarium cycle

This live rock hitchhikers guide covers the sometimes good, sometimes bad, always interesting creatures that make their way into our reef tanks.