Here you’ll find concise, informational, and stand-alone answers regarding beach sand in your saltwater aquarium. Namely, the first thing I answer is — Is it safe to bucket and use sand from a local beach in your reef tank? You can safely use some types of beach sand once you rinse it off and ensure …
Lava rock: You can ask about it and crawl through forums talking about it, but a thorough article like this one is the only thing you need. This guide comprises all the details regarding lava rock in an easy-to-digest form. You can benefit if you own a saltwater aquarium. Natural lava rock is safe for …
Coral grows so slowly that the question of how fast it should grow becomes a concern. The growth rate for new reef tanks on a day-to-day basis is so incremental that you aren’t likely to see that it’s happened. That may leave you wondering if your coral is growing at all. In ideal conditions, branching …
Aquarium lovers everywhere are always thinking about the best way to improve their tanks. Coral reefs are an excellent addition to a tank as long as you have the knowledge to care for it and know which kind fits best in your tank. So, will bubble coral eat your fish or be a good fit? …
So, you’ve been to the coral store and picked up some frags for your aquarium. But how do you fixate these tiny ones in the tank? Today’s article narrows your options down to the top 6 glue brands. I’ve hand-picked these brands for you: Gorilla XL Super Glue Gel (Personal Choice) Two Little Fishies Coraffix …
I’ve heard a lot about people who add vodka to their aquariums. Yes, the very same Russian (or any other) vodka. But what vodka dosing is, and why is it carried out? An aquarist friend told me that vodka reduces nitrate and phosphate levels. Let’s see if his advice holds. What Is Vodka Dosing? Vodka …
Corals are complex organisms with a whole bunch of factors to keep an eye on. Pests and bacterias, among others, follow you and your corals around. Waiting for you to make a mistake. To save your tank I’ve prepared an article about the best coral dip options. Keep the ball rolling to discover TOP 7 …
GFO — Granular Ferric Oxide — is a variation of iron injection used to adjust the phosphates level in the tank. Iron plays a crucial role in the formation of plant tissues and ensuring their respiration. The purpose of this article is to help you understand the importance of iron and GFO concepts. Here is …
Observing the salt level in the tank is one of the little things that distinguish the owners of luxurious and healthy aquariums from the keepers of half-dead and discolored display tanks. This is the behind-the-scenes article that reveals every aspect of salinity. What is the Best Salinity for Aquarium? In a reef aquarium, the salinity …
Life in an aquatic ecosystem depends not only on its active reaction (pH index) but also on the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) or redox potential. The redox potential, or redox concentration, is an indicator of water’s chemical and biological activity. What is it, why is it important and what is it for? Read this article to …