Greetings from Stan and Debbie, your About.com Guides to Saltwater Aquariums since 1997. Whether you are new or experienced in the hobby, our goal has always been to provide site visitors with answers to the many questions one has about setting up and keeping all types of saltwater systems, and we are confident that you will find the information you are looking for here at About Saltwater Aquariums.
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F.A.Q.
- I want to start a saltwater aquarium. How do I do this?
- Welcome to the wonderful underwater world of saltwater aquariums. Whether you desire to set up a fish-only aquarium or a reef tank system, one that is nano sized or hundreds of gallons in size, you've come to the right place. Just begin with these easy to follow step-by-step style resources.
- Sign up for our Free Saltwater Aquariums 101 "Getting Started" Email Course.
- Utilize our on-site Day 1 - 5 Saltwater Aquariums 101 E-Course.
- View all how to get started content.
- Sign up for our Free Saltwater Aquariums 101 "Getting Started" Email Course.
- I am having problems with algae. What can I do?
- There are all kinds of bad as well as good algae one will deal with over the lifetime of any aquarium. From unwanted types like brown diatom, red slime and green hair algae, to propagating beneficial macros along with desirable coraline algae, learn all about algae.
- I have high nitrate. What can I do?
- High nitrate is no doubt one of the most common problems any aquarium owner deals with. From water changes, to using natural nitrate reducing filtration set ups, to utilizing nitrate reduction products and other methods, learn all about nitrate and nitrate control.
- My fish have white spots all over them. What is this, and what do I do?
- White spots on fish is a sign of a parasitic infestation commonly known as ich, however, there are different types of ich organisms, and not all respond to the same treatment. Learn all about ich diseases, most importantly how to diagnose and treat the type you may have.
- I have a photo I would like you to put on your site. How do I do this?
- We are always looking for great pictures to add to the many types of photo galleries on our site, especially ones of individual fishes, invertebrates and corals we do not yet have pictured. If you would like to submit a photo for display consideration, here's how.
- What fish can I put together? Which fish are safe to put in a reef tank with corals?
- The mixing of fishes, fish with crustaceans and invertebrates which includes corals is a vital part of choosing the right animals for the type of aquarium you plan to keep. From compatibility, selection, care and many other other issues, browse all our fish and invertebrate topics.
- I don't see my question here. What should I do?
- The questions we have here are just some of the most common ones asked, but you'll find plenty more listed in our FAQs Index.
- I have utilized all the resources on this site and have not found the information I am looking for. Can I email you?
- Yes, you can email us at saltaquarium@aboutguide.com