Why does your reef tank need a giant clam? In this article, we will be discussing less about how to keep a giant clam and much more about the benefits you will witness by having a clam in your tank. Majestic You can pick from many varieties and get a lot of color in an…
If an aquarist is unimpressed by the range of aquariums on the market, then there is always the alternative of constructing a home-made tank. This requires only patience and precision: the most important thing is to follow the sequence of operations. The hobbyist thus has the chance to choose a tank according to his or…
So, you have set up your reef tank with full cycling, and you need to plan the overall layout and coral placement. Planning a coral layout and having a vision for your tank are quite important. When you see an incredible reef tank, that blows your mind. In those tanks, it looks like all the…
Let’s make some proper water, and we are talking about an RO/DI system. Why do we all use it? Is it easy? And how do you get it set up and running? The wisest thing you will ever hear in reefing is maintaining a stunning reef tank full of corals is just a net result…
The Blue Spiny Lobster is an amazing addition to any reef tank, but you need to follow a few specific things to keep this amazing creature healthy. We will be covering all of it in this article: Prices: You will normally spend about $60 to get one of these and up from them, depending upon how…
Most of us reef-keeping hobbyists bork at the idea of a $500 coral. But, in this article, we are going to cast aside reality and allow ourselves to fantasize about life on a budget with the top 5 most expensive corals in the world. 5. Indophyllia Coral ($2,300) Usually, this extreme piece of beauty is…
The Zebra Lionfish is also a Dwarf Lionfish which is great for smaller tanks. In this article, you will learn about everything you need to know about this peculiar fish and give it is the best aquarium life possible. Prices: A little bit more expensive. You will normally pay about $80 to be one of these,…
Leptastrea is a relatively new coral to the hobby and has never been a popular coral to mainstream reef aquarists. Instead, they are a subtle short tentacled encrusting coral that appeals to more veteran hobbyists looking for something different in their tanks. Novelty is a big thing when you have been in this hobby for…
An often-overlooked category of corals is the Gorgonians. It includes both photosynthetic and non-photosynthetic sea fans as well as sea whips that grow in a crocks-crew shape. What sets them apart from other coral is the presence of a protein called Gorgonin. Gorgonians Gorgonin gives the Gorgonians a distinct leathery texture that is hard to describe….
The Copperbanded Butterfly is an extremely difficult fish to keep, and the best advice is not to buy one. But if you are determined to get one, then this is the article for you. So here we are sharing the top 5 tips to give you the best possible chance of success. Is Your Tank…