To a newbie reefer, it might look like there are thousands of things you need to get perfect to make your tank a success. But, when you understand the hobby, it is much simpler than you first thought. And you realize that the red herrings you fixated on as a newbie no longer matter to…
When reef keeping first began, traditional saltwater aquarists were confused by live rock. How could rock be living? But once they saw a reef aquarium where the stones were bursting with marine life like coral, encrusting algae, and sponges, it was clear that reef rock played a vital role in reef tanks. At first, we…
So, are you also planning to introduce Berghia Nudibranchs in your system to help mow down Aiptasia? Aiptasia is an annoying pest Anemone that reproduces quickly if you don’t have some way to keep it under control. Unfortunately, in larger tanks and facilities, that is not an option. It is like giving somebody hand spade…
There are some fishes like the Copperband Butterflies that you should avoid as a beginner and probably if you are a seasoned pro. But in the article, we will be looking at the seven fishes that are even more difficult than the Copper Bands and can only be attempted by master-level fish keepers. So the…
Symbiotic relationships are perhaps the most amazing thing that occurs in marine environments. But there are some that you can deliberately recreate in aquaria for example symbiotic relationship between Reef fish and cleaner shrimp. The cleaner shrimp set up “cleaning stations” in the tank where fish come and wait to be cleaned of any dead…
Let us look at the top 10 saltwater fish that beginners should strictly avoid according to Mad Hatter’s Reef: 10. Canary Blenny Canary Blenny is a semi-aggressive fish that needs about 30-gallon of tank. It is a magnificent bright yellow fish, which gets most people in trouble with these guys. They need moderate care-level, and it…
Are you on the hunt for the most breathtaking saltwater fishes in the aquarium hobby? If yes, then you are at the right place. Today we are sharing with your the list of what is believed to be the best 8 most spectacular marine fishes in the marine fishkeeping hobby, according to Reef Dork. So, let’s…
Getting your first reef tank is a little like having your first child, you can do all the research you want in the advance but when the time comes, the reality is very different from the theory. So, you have to work things out for yourself. There are a few habits that as a reefer will…
Zoas are a great coral for anyone from beginners to seasoned veterans because of their wide range of striking colors, the gentle movement they add to your tank, and their see of keeping. But they are not always as easy as you might think. So here is a complete guide to keeping Zoas by the Reef…
Aiptasia is a pest that will grow in your tank now and then. There are a few ways you can get them off your tank. Let us discuss the most effective ways of getting rid of Aiptasia, and they are also known as the glass Anemone or Tube Anemone. Aiptasia They are hitchhikers that will…