Saltwater Aquariums: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
10 Easy Aquarium Set Up Steps
Saltwater Aquarium Set Up. Once you have planned out what kind of saltwater system you want and purchased everything needed to put it together, by using these 10 easy steps you can have your new aquarium set up and running in no time at all. Starting with Step 1, here's how to get the aquarium ready. Saltwater Aquarium Set Up Salt water Aquarium Setup How to Start a Saltwater Aquarium
Saltwater Aquarium Set Up. Once you have planned out what kind of saltwater system you want and purchased everything needed to put it together, by using these 10 easy steps you can have your new aquarium set up and running in no time at all. Starting with Step 1, here's how to get the aquarium ready. Saltwater Aquarium Set Up Salt water Aquarium Setup How to Start a Saltwater Aquarium
15 Easy Corals
15 Easy Soft and Hard Corals For Your New Saltwater Aquarium gives information, photos and links to buy saltwater aquarium corals which are considered to be easy to keep in a saltwater reef aquarium.
15 Easy Soft and Hard Corals For Your New Saltwater Aquarium gives information, photos and links to buy saltwater aquarium corals which are considered to be easy to keep in a saltwater reef aquarium.
DIY Glass Aquarium Plans
DIY (Do It Yourself) aquarium plans for building your own DIY aquarium with tips on working with glass and a materials list, to pre-assembly instructions followed by complete step-by-step directions on how to construct a glass aquarium up to 55 gallons in size with 1/4 inch glass, here is everything you need to know about from Debbie and Stan Hauter your Guides to Saltwater Aquariums it to do-it-yourself.
DIY (Do It Yourself) aquarium plans for building your own DIY aquarium with tips on working with glass and a materials list, to pre-assembly instructions followed by complete step-by-step directions on how to construct a glass aquarium up to 55 gallons in size with 1/4 inch glass, here is everything you need to know about from Debbie and Stan Hauter your Guides to Saltwater Aquariums it to do-it-yourself.
Saltwater Aquariums 101
Set Up a Saltwater Aquarium – How to Set Up a Saltwater Aquarium E Course- Getting Started an e-mail course for starting a saltwater aquarium.
Set Up a Saltwater Aquarium – How to Set Up a Saltwater Aquarium E Course- Getting Started an e-mail course for starting a saltwater aquarium.
Most Common Mistakes Made
No matter what kind of aquarium keeper you are or may become, basic saltwater, reef, or freshwater, here is a list of what are considered by your About.com Guides to Saltwater Aquariums to be the 10 most common mistakes that are made, which are problems that can be avoided if you are aware of what they are before you start an aquarium.
No matter what kind of aquarium keeper you are or may become, basic saltwater, reef, or freshwater, here is a list of what are considered by your About.com Guides to Saltwater Aquariums to be the 10 most common mistakes that are made, which are problems that can be avoided if you are aware of what they are before you start an aquarium.
Top 1 to 50 Gallon Aquariums
Whether you are a beginner looking for your first saltwater tank, or an experienced aquarist contemplating creating a quick and easy micro or mini reef tank or a refugium, one of these Guide Top Pick aquariums between 1 to 50 gallons in size might work for you. Includes Seaclear Eclipse, Hexagon, Bowfront aquariums.
Whether you are a beginner looking for your first saltwater tank, or an experienced aquarist contemplating creating a quick and easy micro or mini reef tank or a refugium, one of these Guide Top Pick aquariums between 1 to 50 gallons in size might work for you. Includes Seaclear Eclipse, Hexagon, Bowfront aquariums.
Glass Thickness Calculator for calculating the thickness of glass.
Glass Thickness Calculator for calculating the thickness of glass needed for different size tanks.
Glass Thickness Calculator for calculating the thickness of glass needed for different size tanks.
TP Mini/Nano Aquarium Kits
Ideal for anyone that would like to set up a mini or nano tank, these Top Pick compact plug 'n play aquarium kits combine technology and inginuity in one small package. From 2.5 up to 34 gallons in size, each unit includes complete built-in filtration and higher output lighting systems, and many more unique features, all of which make starting a new saltwater or reef aquarium a whole lot easier.
Ideal for anyone that would like to set up a mini or nano tank, these Top Pick compact plug 'n play aquarium kits combine technology and inginuity in one small package. From 2.5 up to 34 gallons in size, each unit includes complete built-in filtration and higher output lighting systems, and many more unique features, all of which make starting a new saltwater or reef aquarium a whole lot easier.
Reef Tank Photo Gallery Hub
Top Reef Tank Photos Galleries Index which provides easy access to the Top Reef Tank Photos Galleries. Here are the best of reef tank aquarium pictures, submitted for display in the aquarium picture section of About Saltwater Aquariums.
Top Reef Tank Photos Galleries Index which provides easy access to the Top Reef Tank Photos Galleries. Here are the best of reef tank aquarium pictures, submitted for display in the aquarium picture section of About Saltwater Aquariums.
What Is Red Slime Algae?
Red Slime Algae (Cyanobacteria) in saltwater aquariums: description, causes and cures.
Red Slime Algae (Cyanobacteria) in saltwater aquariums: description, causes and cures.
Top Automatic Fish Feeders
From simple battery operated, to state-of-the-art electronic devices, automatic aquarium fish feeders come in an array of styles. While some are moisture controlled units designed to prevent flake, pellet and other dried foods from clumping, others not only have the capability of releasing a variety of different fares, but at specific times and intervals. From small to large capacity feeders with single to multi-purpose functions, here are some units your Guides consider to be the best choices.
From simple battery operated, to state-of-the-art electronic devices, automatic aquarium fish feeders come in an array of styles. While some are moisture controlled units designed to prevent flake, pellet and other dried foods from clumping, others not only have the capability of releasing a variety of different fares, but at specific times and intervals. From small to large capacity feeders with single to multi-purpose functions, here are some units your Guides consider to be the best choices.
Building A Refugium
Building A Refugium - Page 1 - What Is A Refugium? - About Saltwater Aquariums Featured Article by Don Carner About Saltwater Aquariums
Building A Refugium - Page 1 - What Is A Refugium? - About Saltwater Aquariums Featured Article by Don Carner About Saltwater Aquariums
Rapid Nitrate Reduction
Here is a method to quickly reduce high nitrate levels in your aquarium and save money at the same time. Rather than doing a 10% - 20% every week or so to reduce your nitrates by a small percentage, this method can be done in a couple of hours and will reduce your nitrates and other toxins by 95%.
Here is a method to quickly reduce high nitrate levels in your aquarium and save money at the same time. Rather than doing a 10% - 20% every week or so to reduce your nitrates by a small percentage, this method can be done in a couple of hours and will reduce your nitrates and other toxins by 95%.
pH Control For Dummies
A simplified explanation about the relationship of pH to alkalinity in saltwater aquariums, and ways to remedy problem high or low pH levels.
A simplified explanation about the relationship of pH to alkalinity in saltwater aquariums, and ways to remedy problem high or low pH levels.
Top Submersible Heaters
Too often an aquarium heater is thought of as a simple and inexpensive device. An aquarium heater should be considered a critical piece of equipment, just like a filter that is essential to the livelihood of your tank inhabitants. One of the most efficient and popular types with aquarists are submersible, and here is our list of top pick units that have some of the best features one should look for when buying a heater for your aquarium.
Too often an aquarium heater is thought of as a simple and inexpensive device. An aquarium heater should be considered a critical piece of equipment, just like a filter that is essential to the livelihood of your tank inhabitants. One of the most efficient and popular types with aquarists are submersible, and here is our list of top pick units that have some of the best features one should look for when buying a heater for your aquarium.
Green Hair Algae
Algae Control. Curing Nuisance Green Hair Algae in your Saltwater Marine Reef Aquarium. A fast, easy way to get rid of and control Nuisance Green Hair Algae.
Algae Control. Curing Nuisance Green Hair Algae in your Saltwater Marine Reef Aquarium. A fast, easy way to get rid of and control Nuisance Green Hair Algae.
What is a Sump
A discussion on what a sump is, the benefits one can provide your saltwater aquariuum, and if you really need one.
A discussion on what a sump is, the benefits one can provide your saltwater aquariuum, and if you really need one.
What Is Protein Skimming?
What Is Protein Skimming, and How Does It Work? An Introduction to Protein Skimmers, what protein skimming is and how it works.
What Is Protein Skimming, and How Does It Work? An Introduction to Protein Skimmers, what protein skimming is and how it works.
About Live Rock
About Live Rock - What Is Live Rock and Its Purpose? About Live Rock - What Is Live Rock and Its Purpose?
About Live Rock - What Is Live Rock and Its Purpose? About Live Rock - What Is Live Rock and Its Purpose?
Nitrate Control
Nitrate or NO3 what this element in a saltwater aquarium is, where it comes from, what the acceptable level of nitrate is for fish-only and reef tank systems, and how setting up a regular aquarium maintenance routine relates to decreasing nitrates In Saltwater Aquariums Reefs Tanks.
Nitrate or NO3 what this element in a saltwater aquarium is, where it comes from, what the acceptable level of nitrate is for fish-only and reef tank systems, and how setting up a regular aquarium maintenance routine relates to decreasing nitrates In Saltwater Aquariums Reefs Tanks.
Long Term Nitrate Reduction
Long Term Nitrate Reduction - How to Easily, Inexpensively and Permanently Reduce or Eliminate Nitrates in Saltwater Aquariums
Long Term Nitrate Reduction - How to Easily, Inexpensively and Permanently Reduce or Eliminate Nitrates in Saltwater Aquariums
A Cure For Brown Algae
Curing Brown Algae in your Saltwater Aquarium. An easy, inexpensive method of getting rid of Brown Algae in your saltwater aquarium.
Curing Brown Algae in your Saltwater Aquarium. An easy, inexpensive method of getting rid of Brown Algae in your saltwater aquarium.
DIY 2 X 4 Cabinet Frame
Tired of the off-the-wall aquarium cabinets? You can make the tank cabinet of your dreams. It all starts with the basic cabinet frame. Plans and assembly instructions for an aquarium cabinet frame made of common 2"X4" lumber, easily modified to hold any aquarium. Finish with any material you wish to match your decor. You can build this custom aquarium cabinet in an afternoon for very little money.
Tired of the off-the-wall aquarium cabinets? You can make the tank cabinet of your dreams. It all starts with the basic cabinet frame. Plans and assembly instructions for an aquarium cabinet frame made of common 2"X4" lumber, easily modified to hold any aquarium. Finish with any material you wish to match your decor. You can build this custom aquarium cabinet in an afternoon for very little money.
Items Needed to Start Aq?
Whether wanting to start a fish-only, fish-only with live rock, or a marine reef tank system, this list of required and optional pieces of equipment, components and supplies needed to start a saltwater aquarium will help you research the many options you have to choose from.
Whether wanting to start a fish-only, fish-only with live rock, or a marine reef tank system, this list of required and optional pieces of equipment, components and supplies needed to start a saltwater aquarium will help you research the many options you have to choose from.
Reef Lighting - What 2 Buy
Don Carner discusses about Reef System Lighting: What to Buy & Why - Using Pre-Manufactured Hoods on Reefs, the pros and cons of using Metal Halides and Power Compacts.
Don Carner discusses about Reef System Lighting: What to Buy & Why - Using Pre-Manufactured Hoods on Reefs, the pros and cons of using Metal Halides and Power Compacts.
TP Nitrate Absorbing Products
Although not normally a major problem for most fish, excess nitrate (NO³) in a reef aquarium can be very detrimental the health of corals and many other invertebrates. Aside from using a denitrator unit, a number of methods and materials can be utilized to absorb or convert nitrate to a harmless substance. Here are some nitrate absorbing products considered to be the best to help resolve high nitrate problems in saltwater aquarium and reef tank systems.
Although not normally a major problem for most fish, excess nitrate (NO³) in a reef aquarium can be very detrimental the health of corals and many other invertebrates. Aside from using a denitrator unit, a number of methods and materials can be utilized to absorb or convert nitrate to a harmless substance. Here are some nitrate absorbing products considered to be the best to help resolve high nitrate problems in saltwater aquarium and reef tank systems.
Top Hang In/On Tank Skimmers
Read product reviews and compare prices on the Top Top Hang In-Tank/On-Tank Protein Skimmers your Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to some of the top picks on the market. Hang In-Tank/On-Tank Protein Skimmers are a convenient and effective method for removing excess proteins from your marine tank water.
Read product reviews and compare prices on the Top Top Hang In-Tank/On-Tank Protein Skimmers your Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to some of the top picks on the market. Hang In-Tank/On-Tank Protein Skimmers are a convenient and effective method for removing excess proteins from your marine tank water.
The Nitrogen Cycling Process
The chain reaction of ammonia being converting into nitrite, then nitrite into nitrate, this is what is called the nitrogen cycling process. Learn all about the 3 components and phases of this biological conversion process that is performed by nitrosoma and nitrobacter bacterias to establish a cycled aquarium, which all fresh or saltwater tanks go through.
The chain reaction of ammonia being converting into nitrite, then nitrite into nitrate, this is what is called the nitrogen cycling process. Learn all about the 3 components and phases of this biological conversion process that is performed by nitrosoma and nitrobacter bacterias to establish a cycled aquarium, which all fresh or saltwater tanks go through.
Top Wet/Dry Aquarium Filters
From a basic wet/dry only, to a wet/dry with sump, to a wet/dry with sump and built-in skimmer included, trickle filters are available in an array of styles and sizes to fit your particular fresh or saltwater aquarium's filtration needs. Designed to utilize biological, mechanical and chemical mediums, and a place to put a heater, skimmer or other additional aquarium equipment, installing an under cabinet overflow unit such as these Top Picks can make keeping a tank clean and tidy much easier.
From a basic wet/dry only, to a wet/dry with sump, to a wet/dry with sump and built-in skimmer included, trickle filters are available in an array of styles and sizes to fit your particular fresh or saltwater aquarium's filtration needs. Designed to utilize biological, mechanical and chemical mediums, and a place to put a heater, skimmer or other additional aquarium equipment, installing an under cabinet overflow unit such as these Top Picks can make keeping a tank clean and tidy much easier.
Growing Coralline Algae
How to Grow Coralline (coraline) Algae in a Saltwater Aquarium explains what Coralline Algae requires to grow well in a saltwater aquarium How to Grow Coralline (coraline) Algae
How to Grow Coralline (coraline) Algae in a Saltwater Aquarium explains what Coralline Algae requires to grow well in a saltwater aquarium How to Grow Coralline (coraline) Algae
Coral Lighting
Coral lighting - How corals grow. Explains the relationship between lighting and coral growth, how lighting changes affect corals.
Coral lighting - How corals grow. Explains the relationship between lighting and coral growth, how lighting changes affect corals.
Top Saltwater Aquarium Myths
Since the beginning of time, successfully keeping a saltwater aquarium has seemed a total mystery to a vast majority of people. Over the past few decades, the science of saltwater aquaria has increased by leaps and bounds. In spite of the new knowledge, many of the old myths which arose during the years of experimentation are still professed by some as facts. Here are some of the most popular myths which are still in circulation:
Since the beginning of time, successfully keeping a saltwater aquarium has seemed a total mystery to a vast majority of people. Over the past few decades, the science of saltwater aquaria has increased by leaps and bounds. In spite of the new knowledge, many of the old myths which arose during the years of experimentation are still professed by some as facts. Here are some of the most popular myths which are still in circulation:
Live Sand
What live sand is, and what types of live sand should be used in a saltwater aquarium. There are a number of bands and types of live sand on the market. Know what you need for your tank before buying live sand.
What live sand is, and what types of live sand should be used in a saltwater aquarium. There are a number of bands and types of live sand on the market. Know what you need for your tank before buying live sand.
Clownfish - Anemone Matches
Clownfish/Host Anemone Matches by Clownfish lists Clownfish which are common in saltwater aquariums and the Host Sea Anemones which they prefer to live in.
Clownfish/Host Anemone Matches by Clownfish lists Clownfish which are common in saltwater aquariums and the Host Sea Anemones which they prefer to live in.
"Nemo and Friends" 10g Mini-Reef Tank Picture
This little Nemo and Friends 10 gallon mini-reef tank does not yet have corals, but it is set up with lights for soft corals, which can be added at any time.
This little Nemo and Friends 10 gallon mini-reef tank does not yet have corals, but it is set up with lights for soft corals, which can be added at any time.
Liz's 5g Nano-Reef Aquarium
As you can see from Liz's 5g nano-reef aquarium picture, her beautiful live rock formation is nicely populated with a variety of blue, red, and green soft mushrooms, along with a few other types of corals and a feather duster (tube worm).
As you can see from Liz's 5g nano-reef aquarium picture, her beautiful live rock formation is nicely populated with a variety of blue, red, and green soft mushrooms, along with a few other types of corals and a feather duster (tube worm).
About Phosphates (PO4)
Learn all about what phosphates (PO4) are - where they come from - solutions for reducing high concentrations in saltwater aquariums
Learn all about what phosphates (PO4) are - where they come from - solutions for reducing high concentrations in saltwater aquariums
What Aquarium Maintenance
Once you have completed the first basic aquarium maintenance tasks one should perform several weeks after an aquarium has finished cycling, it's time to set up a regular schedule and begin standard maintenance procedures. Find out what these tasks are, and when they are recommended to be done.
Once you have completed the first basic aquarium maintenance tasks one should perform several weeks after an aquarium has finished cycling, it's time to set up a regular schedule and begin standard maintenance procedures. Find out what these tasks are, and when they are recommended to be done.
Curing Cloudy Aquarium Water
Curing Cloudy Aquarium Water - Determining the causes of cloudy aquarium water and taking the required steps to clear it.
Curing Cloudy Aquarium Water - Determining the causes of cloudy aquarium water and taking the required steps to clear it.
How to Plan a Saltwater System
If you want to start a saltwater aquarium, but don't know where to begin, this simple step-by-step how to plan a saltwater system outline will help guide you along. The first step in planning a saltwater aquarium is to decide what kind of system you want. Here are the options you can choose from.
If you want to start a saltwater aquarium, but don't know where to begin, this simple step-by-step how to plan a saltwater system outline will help guide you along. The first step in planning a saltwater aquarium is to decide what kind of system you want. Here are the options you can choose from.
Brown Algae
About Brown, Diatom or Golden Diatom Algae in Saltwater Aquariums - What makes it grow and solutions for eliminating this problem.
About Brown, Diatom or Golden Diatom Algae in Saltwater Aquariums - What makes it grow and solutions for eliminating this problem.
Reef Safe Invertebrates
Not all invertebrates are "reef safe". Many of them will tear up corals, consume fish and otherwise destroy other tank inhabitants. The invertebrates listed are some (by all means not all) generally considered by experienced reef tank keepers to be safe for reef tanks. Includes information, facts, photos and pictures on each species.
Not all invertebrates are "reef safe". Many of them will tear up corals, consume fish and otherwise destroy other tank inhabitants. The invertebrates listed are some (by all means not all) generally considered by experienced reef tank keepers to be safe for reef tanks. Includes information, facts, photos and pictures on each species.
Phyllis Daniels' Pink Mushroom Leather Coral
Phyllis Daniels' Pink Mushroom Leather Coral (Sarcophyton sp.)
Phyllis Daniels' Pink Mushroom Leather Coral (Sarcophyton sp.)
Wet/Dry Trickle Filters
What is a wet/dry trickle filter and how does it work? These questions and others are answered by your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums.
What is a wet/dry trickle filter and how does it work? These questions and others are answered by your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums.
Saltwater Aquarium Is Difficul
If you have been thinking about starting a saltwater aquarium, but have some doubts about how difficult it may be, this should help set your mind at ease. In spite of what you may have heard, it's really now all that hard.
If you have been thinking about starting a saltwater aquarium, but have some doubts about how difficult it may be, this should help set your mind at ease. In spite of what you may have heard, it's really now all that hard.
Denkigroove's 15g Nano Reef Tank
Denkigroove's (Tien Nguyen) 15g Nano Reef Tank entry in the About Saltwater Aquariums December 2002 Reef Tank Photo Contest.
Denkigroove's (Tien Nguyen) 15g Nano Reef Tank entry in the About Saltwater Aquariums December 2002 Reef Tank Photo Contest.
Solving Leaky Tank Problems
Solving Leaky Glass Aquarium Problems - An introduction to why leaks occur in glass aquariums, and a list of common mistakes to avoid making repairs to a leaky fresh or saltwater glass aquarium, whether it be a minor or a major problem.
Solving Leaky Glass Aquarium Problems - An introduction to why leaks occur in glass aquariums, and a list of common mistakes to avoid making repairs to a leaky fresh or saltwater glass aquarium, whether it be a minor or a major problem.
Alivia's 12g Reef Tank
Alivia's photo of her terrific 12g Reef Tank. Alivia's variety of corals in her 12g tank is truly remarkable.
Alivia's photo of her terrific 12g Reef Tank. Alivia's variety of corals in her 12g tank is truly remarkable.
Choosing a Filtration System
Choosing A Filtration System For Your Saltwater Aquarium discusses what type or kind of filtration is best for you. Not all filters are suitable for reef, fish only FO or Fish Only With Live Rock FOWLR systems tanks
Choosing A Filtration System For Your Saltwater Aquarium discusses what type or kind of filtration is best for you. Not all filters are suitable for reef, fish only FO or Fish Only With Live Rock FOWLR systems tanks
Same Equipment ?
What pieces of equipment and other components can be used for converting a freshwater aquarium over to a saltwater system.
What pieces of equipment and other components can be used for converting a freshwater aquarium over to a saltwater system.
Bad Bristleworms Control
When it comes to the control of bad type errant Bristleworm infestations in saltwater aquariums, primarily it is the large toxic and voracious Pherecardia (Pacific), Hermodice(Caribbean), and other related Fireworm species of the Polychaete class in the Amphinomidae family that an aquarist needs to be concerned about. Preventing these destructive worms from accidentally getting into, or removing them if found in a saltwater aquarium is recommended. Here is what you can do.
When it comes to the control of bad type errant Bristleworm infestations in saltwater aquariums, primarily it is the large toxic and voracious Pherecardia (Pacific), Hermodice(Caribbean), and other related Fireworm species of the Polychaete class in the Amphinomidae family that an aquarist needs to be concerned about. Preventing these destructive worms from accidentally getting into, or removing them if found in a saltwater aquarium is recommended. Here is what you can do.
Martin Eberle's 5g Reef Tank
Martin Eberle's 5g Reef Tank.
Martin Eberle's 5g Reef Tank.
DIY Aquariums and Refugiums
Here are DIY (Do It Yourself) plans for building aquariums and refugiums from glass, acrylic, plywood and/or other material combinations, as well as how to repair small leaks or fix other major tank damage. It's easy to learn how to build your own aquarium. Build your own custom DIY (Do It Yourself) aquarium just the way you want it and save money at the same time.
Here are DIY (Do It Yourself) plans for building aquariums and refugiums from glass, acrylic, plywood and/or other material combinations, as well as how to repair small leaks or fix other major tank damage. It's easy to learn how to build your own aquarium. Build your own custom DIY (Do It Yourself) aquarium just the way you want it and save money at the same time.
Simple DIY Tap Water Filter
If you are using fresh tap water as the source to make-up aquarium saltwater or top-off your system with, here are easy to follow instructions for making a simple PVC constructed tap water filter that can achieve about the same purification results as with a more costly commerical TWP (Tap Water Purifier).
If you are using fresh tap water as the source to make-up aquarium saltwater or top-off your system with, here are easy to follow instructions for making a simple PVC constructed tap water filter that can achieve about the same purification results as with a more costly commerical TWP (Tap Water Purifier).
Top Skimmer Picks: In-Sump
Read product reviews and compare prices on In-Sump/Hang-On-Sump Protein Skimmers your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to be some of the best on choices on the market.
Read product reviews and compare prices on In-Sump/Hang-On-Sump Protein Skimmers your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to be some of the best on choices on the market.
Top RO/DI Water Filter Picks
Aquarists have found that using an individual reverse osmosis, deionization, or a combination RO/DI water filter unit to purify fresh tap water before use in aquariums provides far superior water quality by removing nitrate, phosphate and other chemical elements found in tap water that can lead to algae blooms and other problems. Read product reviews and compare prices on Reverse Osmosis water filters that your Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to be some of the best on the market to buy.
Aquarists have found that using an individual reverse osmosis, deionization, or a combination RO/DI water filter unit to purify fresh tap water before use in aquariums provides far superior water quality by removing nitrate, phosphate and other chemical elements found in tap water that can lead to algae blooms and other problems. Read product reviews and compare prices on Reverse Osmosis water filters that your Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to be some of the best on the market to buy.
Copepods & Amphipods
Copepods and Amphipods Profiled - Page 1 - Classification information and facts about those little white bugs in your saltwater aquarium
Copepods and Amphipods Profiled - Page 1 - Classification information and facts about those little white bugs in your saltwater aquarium
Brian Blackthorne's 12g Nano-Cube Reef Aquarium
With a wide variety of soft corals keeping them company, Brian Blackthorne's two Percula Clownfish look right at home in this picture of his 12 gallon nano-cube reef aquarium.
With a wide variety of soft corals keeping them company, Brian Blackthorne's two Percula Clownfish look right at home in this picture of his 12 gallon nano-cube reef aquarium.
Top Overflow Boxes
Overflow boxes transport aquarium water to under cabinet sumps without having to drill aquarium glass. These boxes make it possible to utilize an under aquarium sump, opening up more opportunities for a wider variety of filtration methods.
Overflow boxes transport aquarium water to under cabinet sumps without having to drill aquarium glass. These boxes make it possible to utilize an under aquarium sump, opening up more opportunities for a wider variety of filtration methods.
Top PC Fluorescent Fixtures
Sleek, affordable, and an upgrade from NO (Normal Output) lighting, shop, compare prices and buy quality HO (High Output) or PC (Power Compact) fluorescent light fixtures. These Top Pick units are ideal for saltwater aquarists that want to step things up and move into the realm of reefkeeping with corals that do not require high intensity lighting, and enhance the growth of live rock with beneficial coraline and macroalgae. Some units come in freshwater versions designed for planted aquariums.
Sleek, affordable, and an upgrade from NO (Normal Output) lighting, shop, compare prices and buy quality HO (High Output) or PC (Power Compact) fluorescent light fixtures. These Top Pick units are ideal for saltwater aquarists that want to step things up and move into the realm of reefkeeping with corals that do not require high intensity lighting, and enhance the growth of live rock with beneficial coraline and macroalgae. Some units come in freshwater versions designed for planted aquariums.
DIY Glass Aq. Building Tips
DIY Custom Glass Aquarium Building Tips - Page 1 - An Introduction from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on how to calculate the correct thickness of glass to use when building your own DIY glass aquarium, which includes considerations on the quality and characteristics of the choice of material as well.
DIY Custom Glass Aquarium Building Tips - Page 1 - An Introduction from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on how to calculate the correct thickness of glass to use when building your own DIY glass aquarium, which includes considerations on the quality and characteristics of the choice of material as well.
Saltwater Aquarium
Your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums discuss the first step in setting up an aquarium - deciding on a location for the aquarium and choosing a tank size, material and style.
Your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums discuss the first step in setting up an aquarium - deciding on a location for the aquarium and choosing a tank size, material and style.
Top Canister Filter Picks
Top Saltwater Aquarium Canister Filters - Although canister filters may appear small, these compact units are designed to provide complete 3-stage mechanical, chemical and biological filtration in aquariums. For maximum efficiency, choose one with media chamber holding capacities that exceed your aquarium's bioload filtering requirements. Here are top choices that can be hung on the rim, placed along-side or behind an aquarium as well as under a cabinet out of sight.
Top Saltwater Aquarium Canister Filters - Although canister filters may appear small, these compact units are designed to provide complete 3-stage mechanical, chemical and biological filtration in aquariums. For maximum efficiency, choose one with media chamber holding capacities that exceed your aquarium's bioload filtering requirements. Here are top choices that can be hung on the rim, placed along-side or behind an aquarium as well as under a cabinet out of sight.
DIY Acrylic Refugium
DIY Acrylic Refugium - DIY Acrylic Refugium plans, photos, parts list and instructions.
DIY Acrylic Refugium - DIY Acrylic Refugium plans, photos, parts list and instructions.
Why Your Corals Change Colors
Why Your Corals Change Colors - When corals change (lose) their beautiful colors (coral bleaching), it is seldom because they are "sick". A change in lighting is more than likely the cause. Here is why it happens and what you can do about it. Zooxanthellae
Why Your Corals Change Colors - When corals change (lose) their beautiful colors (coral bleaching), it is seldom because they are "sick". A change in lighting is more than likely the cause. Here is why it happens and what you can do about it. Zooxanthellae
Mantis Shrimp: Pet or Pest?
What are Mantis Shrimp, and are Mantis Shrimp good as a pet, or are Mantis Shrimp a pest in a saltwater aquarium? What are Mantis Shrimp, and are Mantis Shrimp good as a pet, or are Mantis Shrimp a pest in a saltwater aquarium?
What are Mantis Shrimp, and are Mantis Shrimp good as a pet, or are Mantis Shrimp a pest in a saltwater aquarium? What are Mantis Shrimp, and are Mantis Shrimp good as a pet, or are Mantis Shrimp a pest in a saltwater aquarium?
John Hakim's 5.5g Mini-Reef Aquarium
This photo of John Hakim's 5.5 gallon mini-reef aquarium pictures his Bi-Color Anthias, Cleaner Shrimp, White Stripe Maroon Clownfish, colony of Yellow Button Polyps, red mushroom, and Xenia soft corals.
This photo of John Hakim's 5.5 gallon mini-reef aquarium pictures his Bi-Color Anthias, Cleaner Shrimp, White Stripe Maroon Clownfish, colony of Yellow Button Polyps, red mushroom, and Xenia soft corals.
Cheap, Easy DIY Sumps
Cheap, Easy DIY Sumps are everywhere. Why pay a fortune for a custom made one if you don't have to?
Cheap, Easy DIY Sumps are everywhere. Why pay a fortune for a custom made one if you don't have to?
How much for 10g clown tank?
How much would it cost to set up a small 10 gallon mini-reef tank with clownfishes? Of course product prices will vary, but the total estimated cost to buy all the items listed here for setting up what we like to call a simple 10g Nemo and Friends aquarium, $273.00 to $348.00. These figures include lighting that will support soft corals, which can be added at any time, thus turning the aquarium into a true mini-reef. Here's a breakdown on everything:
How much would it cost to set up a small 10 gallon mini-reef tank with clownfishes? Of course product prices will vary, but the total estimated cost to buy all the items listed here for setting up what we like to call a simple 10g Nemo and Friends aquarium, $273.00 to $348.00. These figures include lighting that will support soft corals, which can be added at any time, thus turning the aquarium into a true mini-reef. Here's a breakdown on everything:
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Greeting
Designed as an inside greeting for your DIY Christmas fish cards, this red and green Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! text art message can be used for other things as well.
Designed as an inside greeting for your DIY Christmas fish cards, this red and green Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! text art message can be used for other things as well.
Luis Contesini's 6g Nano-Reef Aquarium
Luis Contesini's 6g Nano Reef Tank
Luis Contesini's 6g Nano Reef Tank
DIY Basic Aquarium Canopy Plan
Here is an easy basic plan, graphics and instructions for building a tank canopy. Make it as fancy or plain as you wish. The basics are the same.
Here is an easy basic plan, graphics and instructions for building a tank canopy. Make it as fancy or plain as you wish. The basics are the same.
True VS False Percula Clownfis
True VS False Percula Clownfishes - How Can You Tell Which is Which? Find out what distinguishing differences set the True (Amphiprion percula) and False (Amphiprion ocellaris) Percula Clown or Anemonefish apart from one another, which is more than just being tank-raised or not.
True VS False Percula Clownfishes - How Can You Tell Which is Which? Find out what distinguishing differences set the True (Amphiprion percula) and False (Amphiprion ocellaris) Percula Clown or Anemonefish apart from one another, which is more than just being tank-raised or not.
Reef Safe Tank Janitors
Mechanical filtration can help isolate (for removal) detritus and uneaten food in an aquarium, as will vacuuming the substrate. Biological filtration processes ammonia produced by the rotting detritus and uneaten food, but you are still left with the resultant algae food (nitrates). Fortunately, there is a wide variety of reef tank safe (don't destroy other tank critters, corals or invertebrates) animals which thrive on the tank pollutants which create algae and other problems.
Mechanical filtration can help isolate (for removal) detritus and uneaten food in an aquarium, as will vacuuming the substrate. Biological filtration processes ammonia produced by the rotting detritus and uneaten food, but you are still left with the resultant algae food (nitrates). Fortunately, there is a wide variety of reef tank safe (don't destroy other tank critters, corals or invertebrates) animals which thrive on the tank pollutants which create algae and other problems.
Stan and Debbie's DIY Glass Aquarium Assembly Diagrams
This is a four view diagram that pictures Stan and Debbie's step-by-step DIY glass aquarium assembly instructions.
This is a four view diagram that pictures Stan and Debbie's step-by-step DIY glass aquarium assembly instructions.
DIY Hatching Brine Shrimp
Simple instructions for hatching out your own Brine Shrimp from eggs.
Simple instructions for hatching out your own Brine Shrimp from eggs.
Top Aquarium Test Kits
Read the reviews and compare prices on these standard and advanced reef aquarium, as well as pond and freshwater aquarium version water testing kits that your About.com Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to be top choices when it comes to buying water test kits.
Read the reviews and compare prices on these standard and advanced reef aquarium, as well as pond and freshwater aquarium version water testing kits that your About.com Guides to Saltwater Aquariums consider to be top choices when it comes to buying water test kits.
DIY Stands & Cabinets Hub
DIY Do-It-Yourself plans for making flat, open style aquarium display stands, and cabinet designs that incorporate the use of closed cupboards below to store your equipment. DIY aquarium stands and cabinets are a great way to customize your aquarium's look and save a lot of money at the same time.
DIY Do-It-Yourself plans for making flat, open style aquarium display stands, and cabinet designs that incorporate the use of closed cupboards below to store your equipment. DIY aquarium stands and cabinets are a great way to customize your aquarium's look and save a lot of money at the same time.
Zach Lunsford's 10g Mini-Reef Aquarium
Zach Lunsford's 10 gallon mini-reef aquarium is home to a Percula Clownfish, Four Stripe Damsel, Serpent Starfish, Coral Banded Shrimp, Emerald Crab, Curlycue Anemone, Red Tree Sponge and two Atlantic Condy Anemones, all snuggled into 15 pounds of live rock.
Zach Lunsford's 10 gallon mini-reef aquarium is home to a Percula Clownfish, Four Stripe Damsel, Serpent Starfish, Coral Banded Shrimp, Emerald Crab, Curlycue Anemone, Red Tree Sponge and two Atlantic Condy Anemones, all snuggled into 15 pounds of live rock.
Jordy's 300 Gallon Reef Tank Photo
Here is a photos and set up information page created by your About Guides for Jordy (Jim Dusenberry) to display this wonderful 300g Reef Tank that he started with the livestock and macroalgae from his previous 2 year old 90g reef tank.
Here is a photos and set up information page created by your About Guides for Jordy (Jim Dusenberry) to display this wonderful 300g Reef Tank that he started with the livestock and macroalgae from his previous 2 year old 90g reef tank.
Black Spot Disease/Black Ich
Typically a disease that is most commonly associated with Tangs and Surgeonfishes, Black Spot Disease or Black Ich is actually caused by an infestation of tiny Genus Paravortex member turbellarian flatworms, which take up residence in the aquarium substrate. Although parasitic organisms that are much less dangerous and life-threatening, as well as rather easy to get rid of compared to other ich diseases, nonetheless it is a problem that needs to be treated upon recognition.
Typically a disease that is most commonly associated with Tangs and Surgeonfishes, Black Spot Disease or Black Ich is actually caused by an infestation of tiny Genus Paravortex member turbellarian flatworms, which take up residence in the aquarium substrate. Although parasitic organisms that are much less dangerous and life-threatening, as well as rather easy to get rid of compared to other ich diseases, nonetheless it is a problem that needs to be treated upon recognition.
Repair Small Leaks in Glass...
With a few inexpensive items and a little time you can easily repair small or minor leaks in a glass aquarium using these simple instructions from your Guides.
With a few inexpensive items and a little time you can easily repair small or minor leaks in a glass aquarium using these simple instructions from your Guides.
SW Ich / White Spot Disease
Cryptocaryoniasis, Marine Ich, or White Spot Disease is caused by an infestation of the ciliated protozoan Cryptocaryon irritans. Although White Spot Disease Cryptocaryon Ich becomes a parasitic organism at one stage in its life cycle like Oodinium and Brooklynella do, and it progresses less rapidly, in a closed aquarium system Ich can reach overwhelming and disasterous numbers just the same if it is not diagnosed and treated upon recognition.
Cryptocaryoniasis, Marine Ich, or White Spot Disease is caused by an infestation of the ciliated protozoan Cryptocaryon irritans. Although White Spot Disease Cryptocaryon Ich becomes a parasitic organism at one stage in its life cycle like Oodinium and Brooklynella do, and it progresses less rapidly, in a closed aquarium system Ich can reach overwhelming and disasterous numbers just the same if it is not diagnosed and treated upon recognition.
UV Sterilization
UV Sterilization - What Is It, and How Are UV Sterilizers Used in Saltwater Aquariums
UV Sterilization - What Is It, and How Are UV Sterilizers Used in Saltwater Aquariums
Clownfish Profiles
Also commonly named Anemonefish, Clownfish are members of the Amphiprioninae subfamily classified in the Pomacentridae or Damselfish family. Here is a collection of species photo, facts, information identification, characteristic, compatibility, feeding, aquarium care, and more profile information to learn about these fishes, as well as the host Sea Anemones they live with.
Also commonly named Anemonefish, Clownfish are members of the Amphiprioninae subfamily classified in the Pomacentridae or Damselfish family. Here is a collection of species photo, facts, information identification, characteristic, compatibility, feeding, aquarium care, and more profile information to learn about these fishes, as well as the host Sea Anemones they live with.
John Hakim's 5.5g Reef Tank
John Hakim's 5.5g Reef Tank
John Hakim's 5.5g Reef Tank
Picasso Triggerfish Profile
Picasso Triggerfish Guide Saltwater Fish Profile - An identification, characteristics, compatibility, diet and feeding profile with other notes from your Saltwater Aquariums Guides about the Rhinecanthus aculeatus. This is a beautiful, very hardy and popular aquarium trigger species that adapts well to tank life that is a good choice for beginners.
Picasso Triggerfish Guide Saltwater Fish Profile - An identification, characteristics, compatibility, diet and feeding profile with other notes from your Saltwater Aquariums Guides about the Rhinecanthus aculeatus. This is a beautiful, very hardy and popular aquarium trigger species that adapts well to tank life that is a good choice for beginners.
Clint Cummings' 12g Mini-Reef Aquarium
Clint Cummings' 12g mini-reef aquarium photo really shows off his stony Frogspawn, Torch, Hammer and Red Brain Corals, soft Green Hairy Mushrooms, colony of Zoanthids, Red Linkia Starfish, Pom Pom Crab, Percula Clownfish and Flame Angel.
Clint Cummings' 12g mini-reef aquarium photo really shows off his stony Frogspawn, Torch, Hammer and Red Brain Corals, soft Green Hairy Mushrooms, colony of Zoanthids, Red Linkia Starfish, Pom Pom Crab, Percula Clownfish and Flame Angel.
Reef Tank Temperatures
What is the best temperature for your reef tank? How High is Too High? If your tank temperatures are too high, it can cause coral bleaching. It may be higher than you think.
What is the best temperature for your reef tank? How High is Too High? If your tank temperatures are too high, it can cause coral bleaching. It may be higher than you think.
DIY Chiller
Here are plans and instructions for a DIY Do It Yourself Aquarium Water Chiller. A rather quick and inexpensive method for maintaining a steady system temperature, especially during those long hot summer months.
Here are plans and instructions for a DIY Do It Yourself Aquarium Water Chiller. A rather quick and inexpensive method for maintaining a steady system temperature, especially during those long hot summer months.
aawhatisbiologicalfilter
What Is A Biological Filter explains what a biological filter is in a saltwater aquarium.
What Is A Biological Filter explains what a biological filter is in a saltwater aquarium.
DIY Reef Tank Light Fixture
An easily made DIY Reef Type Fluorescent Light Hood Plans For Saltwater Aquariums which can take VHO fluorescent or Power Compact lights.
An easily made DIY Reef Type Fluorescent Light Hood Plans For Saltwater Aquariums which can take VHO fluorescent or Power Compact lights.
Ways to Eliminate Aiptasia
Ways to Eliminate Aiptasia Anemones | Natural Predators, Hyposalinity, and OTC Remedies: In the quest to find a natural way to eliminate aiptasia anemones from saltwater aquariums, there are some marine animals that are said to devour pesky aiptasia with pleasure. However before you decide to introduce such a fish, shrimp, nudibranch, or other animal into your system, although the pro side sounds good, there are cons about them to consider as well, especially in reef tank systems.
Ways to Eliminate Aiptasia Anemones | Natural Predators, Hyposalinity, and OTC Remedies: In the quest to find a natural way to eliminate aiptasia anemones from saltwater aquariums, there are some marine animals that are said to devour pesky aiptasia with pleasure. However before you decide to introduce such a fish, shrimp, nudibranch, or other animal into your system, although the pro side sounds good, there are cons about them to consider as well, especially in reef tank systems.
Reef Tank Safe Sand Sifting Go
Reef Tank Safe Sand Sifting Gobies - Information about Sand Sifting Gobies which are considered to be safe for reef tanks. Reef Tank Safe Sand Sifting Gobies - Information about Sand Sifting Gobies which are considered to be safe for reef tanks.
Reef Tank Safe Sand Sifting Gobies - Information about Sand Sifting Gobies which are considered to be safe for reef tanks. Reef Tank Safe Sand Sifting Gobies - Information about Sand Sifting Gobies which are considered to be safe for reef tanks.
Yellow Tang Profile
A profile of the Yellow Tang, including photos, scientific name, common names, distribution, maximum size, characteristics, compatibility, diet and feeding, minimum tank size, and reef tank suitability.
A profile of the Yellow Tang, including photos, scientific name, common names, distribution, maximum size, characteristics, compatibility, diet and feeding, minimum tank size, and reef tank suitability.
Table of Major and Minor Elements in Natural Sea Water
A quick reference table that reflects the abundances or values of major and minor elements as well as related compounds that make up the composition of natural sea water that are considered to be essential to compare when buying a sea salt mix for making up aquarium saltwater.
A quick reference table that reflects the abundances or values of major and minor elements as well as related compounds that make up the composition of natural sea water that are considered to be essential to compare when buying a sea salt mix for making up aquarium saltwater.
About Live Rock
Your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums give an explanation of what curing live rock means, and how to identify various types of live rock by the names given it.
Your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums give an explanation of what curing live rock means, and how to identify various types of live rock by the names given it.
Nitrogen Cycling Process
Methods on how to speed up the nitrogen cycling process by seeding a new saltwater aquarium with some mature bacteria from various sources.
Methods on how to speed up the nitrogen cycling process by seeding a new saltwater aquarium with some mature bacteria from various sources.
How To Repair Major Leaks
Making Glass Aquarium Repairs - How To Repair Major Leaks or Replace a Broken Pane of Aquarium Glass - Here are step-by-step instructions from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on how to repair major leaks or replace a broken pane of aquarium glass.
Making Glass Aquarium Repairs - How To Repair Major Leaks or Replace a Broken Pane of Aquarium Glass - Here are step-by-step instructions from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on how to repair major leaks or replace a broken pane of aquarium glass.
How to Preclean Live Rock
When uncured and even "so-called" cured live rock is first placed into an established saltwater system, is being cured or used to cycle a new aquarium with, some degree from light to heavy die-off of the organisms that reside on and inside the rocks will occur. The build-up of this dead or dying organic matter creates ammonia, so to help lessen excessive ammonia spiking problems, as well as shorten the curing time of the live rock, here is a simple way to preclean the rocks before using them.
When uncured and even "so-called" cured live rock is first placed into an established saltwater system, is being cured or used to cycle a new aquarium with, some degree from light to heavy die-off of the organisms that reside on and inside the rocks will occur. The build-up of this dead or dying organic matter creates ammonia, so to help lessen excessive ammonia spiking problems, as well as shorten the curing time of the live rock, here is a simple way to preclean the rocks before using them.
John Hakim's 5.5g Reef Tank (left end)
John Hakim's 5.5g Reef Tank
John Hakim's 5.5g Reef Tank
Mangrove Plants
About Mangrove Plants - Page 1 - Introduction to Species, and Mangrove Characteristics
About Mangrove Plants - Page 1 - Introduction to Species, and Mangrove Characteristics
Using Powerheads
Using Powerheads For Water Circulation In A Saltwater Aquarium.
Using Powerheads For Water Circulation In A Saltwater Aquarium.
Comparison Table of Primary Elements in Some Top Brand Name Sea Salt Mixes
To help you easily compare the differences between essential elements contained in some of the top brand name sea salt mixes sold on the market, we compiled this quick reference elements comparison table based on actual test results that were conducted by the Hawai'i Institute of Marine Biology.
To help you easily compare the differences between essential elements contained in some of the top brand name sea salt mixes sold on the market, we compiled this quick reference elements comparison table based on actual test results that were conducted by the Hawai'i Institute of Marine Biology.
Top Aquarium Power Filters
Here's a list of top aquarium power filters recommended by your About Guides as being some of the most efficient and best aquarium power filters to choose for filtering not only saltwater aquariums, but freshwater systems as well.
Here's a list of top aquarium power filters recommended by your About Guides as being some of the most efficient and best aquarium power filters to choose for filtering not only saltwater aquariums, but freshwater systems as well.
Denkigroove's (Tien Nguyen) 15g Nano-Reef Aquarium
Stacked to the brim, Denkigroove's (Tien Nguyen) 15 gallon nano-reef tank photo shows there are no limits on how much live rock can be added to an aquarium, and his corals are pretty impressive as well!
Stacked to the brim, Denkigroove's (Tien Nguyen) 15 gallon nano-reef tank photo shows there are no limits on how much live rock can be added to an aquarium, and his corals are pretty impressive as well!
11 Primary Food Groups of Marine Fishes Table
So what do marine fishes eat in nature? Many different things of course. This table of the 11 primary food groups of marine fishes in nature briefly describes what each group eats, and includes a list of fish family's that are cross-matched to the number coded food group or groups they are associated with.
So what do marine fishes eat in nature? Many different things of course. This table of the 11 primary food groups of marine fishes in nature briefly describes what each group eats, and includes a list of fish family's that are cross-matched to the number coded food group or groups they are associated with.
Magnum 350 Canister Filter
A full product review and 4.5 star rating from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on the Marineland Magnum 350 Canister Filter, an along side tank unit that is a true aquarium filtration workhorse. Suitable for mechanical and chemical filtration, its versatile systems design also allows you to connect the output to a BIO-Wheel PRO for wet/dry biological filtration if desired, and can be use with other accessories like the easily attachable Power Kleen Gravel Washer.
A full product review and 4.5 star rating from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on the Marineland Magnum 350 Canister Filter, an along side tank unit that is a true aquarium filtration workhorse. Suitable for mechanical and chemical filtration, its versatile systems design also allows you to connect the output to a BIO-Wheel PRO for wet/dry biological filtration if desired, and can be use with other accessories like the easily attachable Power Kleen Gravel Washer.
Ghaleb AL Amad's 75g FOWLR Tank
Ghaleb AL Amad's photo of his 75g FOWLR which contains: a Clown Trigger (Balistoides conspicillum), Niger Trigger, Regal Blue Tang, Valentini Puffer, 3 Percula Clowns, 2 Zebra Damsels, 4 Yellow Tail Damsels, Banded Pipe Fish (Doryrhamphus dactyliophorus) and a Mandarin Goby.
Ghaleb AL Amad's photo of his 75g FOWLR which contains: a Clown Trigger (Balistoides conspicillum), Niger Trigger, Regal Blue Tang, Valentini Puffer, 3 Percula Clowns, 2 Zebra Damsels, 4 Yellow Tail Damsels, Banded Pipe Fish (Doryrhamphus dactyliophorus) and a Mandarin Goby.
Clownfish Disease/Brooklynella
A type of saltwater ich caused by an infestation of the ciliated protozoan Brooklynella hostilis, this disease is most closely and commonly associated with Clownfishes, and therefore is typically referred to as Clownfish Disease. Although this parasitic scourge requires a fish host to survive, it is not particular in its quest to find one. These protozoa multiply rapdily, which is why they can kill fish within a few days and even hours upon recognition.
A type of saltwater ich caused by an infestation of the ciliated protozoan Brooklynella hostilis, this disease is most closely and commonly associated with Clownfishes, and therefore is typically referred to as Clownfish Disease. Although this parasitic scourge requires a fish host to survive, it is not particular in its quest to find one. These protozoa multiply rapdily, which is why they can kill fish within a few days and even hours upon recognition.
Green Hair Algae
Green Hair Algae Photo
Green Hair Algae Photo
Snowflake Eel Profile
Although considered to be less-aggressive than other saltwater morays, the Snowflake Eel can become very pugnacious at feeding time. Here can view a picture of the Zebra Eel, read identification, characteristics, compatibility, diet, feeding and more aquarium care profile information about the Echidna nebulosa species true saltwater moray eel.
Although considered to be less-aggressive than other saltwater morays, the Snowflake Eel can become very pugnacious at feeding time. Here can view a picture of the Zebra Eel, read identification, characteristics, compatibility, diet, feeding and more aquarium care profile information about the Echidna nebulosa species true saltwater moray eel.
Luiz Brunner's 12g Nano-Reef Aquarium
As you can see from Luiz Brunner's 12g nano-reef aquarium picture, although it may be small, it's amazing what variety of soft and stony corals one can choose to put into a reef tank of this size.
As you can see from Luiz Brunner's 12g nano-reef aquarium picture, although it may be small, it's amazing what variety of soft and stony corals one can choose to put into a reef tank of this size.
Peppermint Shrimp Profile
A profile and information about the Peppermint Shrimp, including
A profile and information about the Peppermint Shrimp, including
Reef Tank Janitors
Learn what reef tank janitors are, what beneficial tasks they perform, and what types of saltwater Hermit Crabs and Snails make the best algae eaters. Hermit Crabs and Snails make the best algae eaters.
Learn what reef tank janitors are, what beneficial tasks they perform, and what types of saltwater Hermit Crabs and Snails make the best algae eaters. Hermit Crabs and Snails make the best algae eaters.
Kerry Kirk's 12g NeoCube Reef Aquarium
The nice growth of green macroalgae pictured here in Kerry's 12 gallon NeoCube reef aquarium makes a nice hiding place for his Percula Clownfish, Blue Yellowtail and Blue Damsel. His colony of Blue Mushroom Corals, the Feather Duster and Turbo Snail look right at home as well.
The nice growth of green macroalgae pictured here in Kerry's 12 gallon NeoCube reef aquarium makes a nice hiding place for his Percula Clownfish, Blue Yellowtail and Blue Damsel. His colony of Blue Mushroom Corals, the Feather Duster and Turbo Snail look right at home as well.
Sample 55g FOWLR
Here is a plan for a 55g FOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock) tank. This set up includes a tank, filtration, power head, light hood and a list of fish and invertebrates which are colorful and actually get along with each other.
Here is a plan for a 55g FOWLR (Fish Only With Live Rock) tank. This set up includes a tank, filtration, power head, light hood and a list of fish and invertebrates which are colorful and actually get along with each other.
Using Mangroves
Find out how to use Mangrove Plants for natural filtration to remove nitrates, phosphates and other organics in your saltwater aquarium.
Find out how to use Mangrove Plants for natural filtration to remove nitrates, phosphates and other organics in your saltwater aquarium.
Water Purification Methods
Methods for how to purify fresh tap water before using it in saltwater aquarium systems to avoid the potenial problems that can arise from doing so
Methods for how to purify fresh tap water before using it in saltwater aquarium systems to avoid the potenial problems that can arise from doing so
Growing Out Brine Shrimp
How to grow out your own Brine Shrimp from hatched Brine Shrimp eggs.
How to grow out your own Brine Shrimp from hatched Brine Shrimp eggs.
Metal Halide Fixtures
Metal Halide lights have rapidly become the fixture of choice for many SW reefers. Their relatively small size for the amount of light provided has made these fixtures very popular. Many of these new fixtures are well designed, add a stylish look to any aquarium and even include Lunar Lights.
Metal Halide lights have rapidly become the fixture of choice for many SW reefers. Their relatively small size for the amount of light provided has made these fixtures very popular. Many of these new fixtures are well designed, add a stylish look to any aquarium and even include Lunar Lights.
Eric Pinilla's 4 Gallon Nano Reef Tank Photo
Eric Pinilla's 4 Gallon Nano Reef Tank Photo entry in the About Saltwater Aquariums March 2002 Reef Tank Photo Contest.
Eric Pinilla's 4 Gallon Nano Reef Tank Photo entry in the About Saltwater Aquariums March 2002 Reef Tank Photo Contest.
Fundamentals of Fluorescents
Figure out how much light Wattage you need for a reef tank system using the simple Wattage Rule Of Thumb Formula.
Figure out how much light Wattage you need for a reef tank system using the simple Wattage Rule Of Thumb Formula.
Saltwater Ich Diseases
Not diseases at all, but marine organisms that are parasitic to fish at certain stages during their life cycle, here is information to learn all about diagnosing and treating the different types of ich that commonly affect fishes in saltwater aquariums.
Not diseases at all, but marine organisms that are parasitic to fish at certain stages during their life cycle, here is information to learn all about diagnosing and treating the different types of ich that commonly affect fishes in saltwater aquariums.
Salt Mixes-Pt 2 : Best to Buy?
When it comes to answering the age old question of which sea salt mix is best to buy for making up saltwater aquarium or reef tank system water, we cannot precisely say that one brand is better than another. Aside from what elements and compounds make up a salt mix, there are other factors to consider as well.
When it comes to answering the age old question of which sea salt mix is best to buy for making up saltwater aquarium or reef tank system water, we cannot precisely say that one brand is better than another. Aside from what elements and compounds make up a salt mix, there are other factors to consider as well.
Banded Bamboo Shark Profile
More commonly known as the Brownbanded Bamboo Shark, it is because of the barbels at the mouth that look like a cat's whiskers that this shark is also called a Cat Shark. View a photo, learn about important needs in this shark's diet, its feeding habits, problem with common goiter disease, and more information about the care of the Brownbanded Bamboo Shark (Chiloscyllium punctatum) in aquariums.
More commonly known as the Brownbanded Bamboo Shark, it is because of the barbels at the mouth that look like a cat's whiskers that this shark is also called a Cat Shark. View a photo, learn about important needs in this shark's diet, its feeding habits, problem with common goiter disease, and more information about the care of the Brownbanded Bamboo Shark (Chiloscyllium punctatum) in aquariums.
What Do I Feed My Corals?
What Do I Feed My Corals is a brief article on what corals eat.
What Do I Feed My Corals is a brief article on what corals eat.
Top Red Slime Algae Removers
If you are you having a persistent problem with red slime algae (cyanobacteria) in your saltwater aquarium or reef tank, here are our top pick remedies that can be used to eliminate this nuisance algae when all else has failed to do so. As with any product one chooses to use, read and follow the instructions for usage as directed.
If you are you having a persistent problem with red slime algae (cyanobacteria) in your saltwater aquarium or reef tank, here are our top pick remedies that can be used to eliminate this nuisance algae when all else has failed to do so. As with any product one chooses to use, read and follow the instructions for usage as directed.
What Is a Mini-Reef Aquarium?
What exactly is a miniature reef aquarium, and where did the term mini-reef come from. From how it all started, to changes in the trend, to the trend revisited, and why concepts never stop changing, this and more about the history of what is considered to be a miniature reef aquarium is explained, and it is not what it sounds like, or what you may think one is. Size has nothing to do with it.
What exactly is a miniature reef aquarium, and where did the term mini-reef come from. From how it all started, to changes in the trend, to the trend revisited, and why concepts never stop changing, this and more about the history of what is considered to be a miniature reef aquarium is explained, and it is not what it sounds like, or what you may think one is. Size has nothing to do with it.
Live Rock Hub
Live Rock - Buying, Grades, Curing, aquascaping and cycling with live rock.
Live Rock - Buying, Grades, Curing, aquascaping and cycling with live rock.
HT Give Fish a FW Dip or Bath
One of the simplest and fastest ways to reduce and eliminate the numbers of all types of ich organisms, as well as flukes and lice that are parasitici on saltwater fishes is to give them a quick freshwater dip or bath. This method of hyposalinity is very effective, takes little time to prepare for, and is strongly recommended as the first step in treating ich diseased fish prior to placing them into a QT for long term treatment with the proper medication for what ails them. Here's How:
One of the simplest and fastest ways to reduce and eliminate the numbers of all types of ich organisms, as well as flukes and lice that are parasitici on saltwater fishes is to give them a quick freshwater dip or bath. This method of hyposalinity is very effective, takes little time to prepare for, and is strongly recommended as the first step in treating ich diseased fish prior to placing them into a QT for long term treatment with the proper medication for what ails them. Here's How:
Trouble Shooter
Saltwater Aquarium Fish Disease Trouble Shooter from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums - A tool to help you diagnosis fish diseases - Diagnosing fish disease - fish disease
Saltwater Aquarium Fish Disease Trouble Shooter from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums - A tool to help you diagnosis fish diseases - Diagnosing fish disease - fish disease
How To Control Algae
How To Control Algae in a Saltwater Aquarium or Reef Tank. About Saltwater Aquariums
How To Control Algae in a Saltwater Aquarium or Reef Tank. About Saltwater Aquariums
Michael's 1g Micro Reef Tank
Michael McClintock's photo of his incredible 1g Micro Reef Tank which includes a Percula Clown, Peppermint Shrimp, 2 Blue Hermit Crabs, a Colt Coral, Green Star Polyp frag and a Button Polyp. Michael uses a 10 watt 50/50 light, a 5 watt heater and the original undergravel filter that came with the tank.
Michael McClintock's photo of his incredible 1g Micro Reef Tank which includes a Percula Clown, Peppermint Shrimp, 2 Blue Hermit Crabs, a Colt Coral, Green Star Polyp frag and a Button Polyp. Michael uses a 10 watt 50/50 light, a 5 watt heater and the original undergravel filter that came with the tank.
Rock Arranging Help Tips
The rocks you put into an aquarium are not only decorative, but they provide housing for the fish and other animals in the tank, shelter against agression that may occur from other tankmates, and are an important biological filtration source. Here are some helpful tips on what you can do to arrange either non-living or live rocks in a saltwater system for maximum efficiency when you are aquascaping or arranging rocks in your aquarium.
The rocks you put into an aquarium are not only decorative, but they provide housing for the fish and other animals in the tank, shelter against agression that may occur from other tankmates, and are an important biological filtration source. Here are some helpful tips on what you can do to arrange either non-living or live rocks in a saltwater system for maximum efficiency when you are aquascaping or arranging rocks in your aquarium.
Phyllis' 1g Micro Reef Tank
A photo of Phyllis Daniels' 1g Micro Reef Tank, showing her multitude of corals and some of the equipment involved.
A photo of Phyllis Daniels' 1g Micro Reef Tank, showing her multitude of corals and some of the equipment involved.
GPH Water Flow Rates
How To Determine GPH Water Flow Rates of Saltwater Aquarium Pumps and Filters. About Saltwater Aquariums
How To Determine GPH Water Flow Rates of Saltwater Aquarium Pumps and Filters. About Saltwater Aquariums
Eliminate Aiptasia
How to perform an effective and easy lemon juice injection procedure to eliminate pesky Aiptasia Anemones from saltwater aquarium reef tank systems.
How to perform an effective and easy lemon juice injection procedure to eliminate pesky Aiptasia Anemones from saltwater aquarium reef tank systems.
TP Phosphate Removing Products
Typically the best way to reduce the accumulation of phosphate (PO4) in aquariums is to perform repetitive water changes, but with advances in science, there are now a number of excellent products that are easy to use to remove harmful phosphate from aquariums quickly and safely. From granulated media to simple pads, here's a variety of popular products to choose from that can help solve your phosphate woes.
Typically the best way to reduce the accumulation of phosphate (PO4) in aquariums is to perform repetitive water changes, but with advances in science, there are now a number of excellent products that are easy to use to remove harmful phosphate from aquariums quickly and safely. From granulated media to simple pads, here's a variety of popular products to choose from that can help solve your phosphate woes.
DIY Brine Shrimp Hatchery
DIY Brine Shrimp Hatchery, step by step plans and instructions for a simple DIY brine shrimp hatchery.
DIY Brine Shrimp Hatchery, step by step plans and instructions for a simple DIY brine shrimp hatchery.
Bill Coleman's 75g Reef Tank
Bill Coleman's 75g Reef Tank photo entry took a respectable 3rd Plce in the in the About Saltwater Aquariums November 2005 Reef Tanks Photo Contest. Bill's tank displays a huge assortment of beautiful corals.
Bill Coleman's 75g Reef Tank photo entry took a respectable 3rd Plce in the in the About Saltwater Aquariums November 2005 Reef Tanks Photo Contest. Bill's tank displays a huge assortment of beautiful corals.
BYB Protein Skimmers
Before You Buy Protein Skimmer tips from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on the many types of protein skimmers there are to choose from, Hang-On Tank, In-Sump, and In-Tank models, and the good and bad points to consider before you buy one for your saltwater reef tank aquarium.
Before You Buy Protein Skimmer tips from your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums on the many types of protein skimmers there are to choose from, Hang-On Tank, In-Sump, and In-Tank models, and the good and bad points to consider before you buy one for your saltwater reef tank aquarium.
What Is a Fish-Only SW System?
What is a fish-only saltwater system? What kind of fish are good for this type of set up? What are the fundamental requirements of a FO system set up? For anyone that is planning to start this type of saltwater aquarium, here are the answers to these and other questions about setting up a fish-only system.
What is a fish-only saltwater system? What kind of fish are good for this type of set up? What are the fundamental requirements of a FO system set up? For anyone that is planning to start this type of saltwater aquarium, here are the answers to these and other questions about setting up a fish-only system.
Sea Life Clip Art
This collection of original saltwater animal, aquarium and ocean related computerized, watercolor and photo imaged clip art works are original creations of Debbie and Stan Hauter, your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums, and are Free to copy and use on your personal Web site and projects.
This collection of original saltwater animal, aquarium and ocean related computerized, watercolor and photo imaged clip art works are original creations of Debbie and Stan Hauter, your About Guides to Saltwater Aquariums, and are Free to copy and use on your personal Web site and projects.
Can I DIY Aquarium
FAQ - Can I Build my Own Aquarium? Yes you can. Here is where to go for information, plans and Do It Yourself (DIY) instructions. FAQ - Can I Build my Own Aquarium? Yes you can. Here is where to go for information, plans and Do It Yourself (DIY) instructions.
FAQ - Can I Build my Own Aquarium? Yes you can. Here is where to go for information, plans and Do It Yourself (DIY) instructions. FAQ - Can I Build my Own Aquarium? Yes you can. Here is where to go for information, plans and Do It Yourself (DIY) instructions.
Reef Safe Algae Eaters
Reef Safe Algae Eaters - Rock and Glass Cleaners
Reef Safe Algae Eaters - Rock and Glass Cleaners
Optimal Tank Temperature
A discussion about the optimal temperature for a saltwater aquarium.
A discussion about the optimal temperature for a saltwater aquarium.
What Is Nori
An explanation of what nori is and to use it to feed saltwater aquarium fish and other algae eaters in a saltwater aquarium.
An explanation of what nori is and to use it to feed saltwater aquarium fish and other algae eaters in a saltwater aquarium.
DIY Aquarium Stand Project
Are you looking for a stand to put your aquarium on that doesn't cost and arm and a leg? It's easy to make this inexpensive wood and cinder block stand we designed and built to hold one of the many 48" x 16" DIY 55 glass aquariums we have built over the years. This stand is both sturdy and economical. Preparation time is short, assembly only taking a few minutes, it can be constructed to fit just about any aquarium, and it's a do-it-yourself project that most anyone can do. Here's how.
Are you looking for a stand to put your aquarium on that doesn't cost and arm and a leg? It's easy to make this inexpensive wood and cinder block stand we designed and built to hold one of the many 48" x 16" DIY 55 glass aquariums we have built over the years. This stand is both sturdy and economical. Preparation time is short, assembly only taking a few minutes, it can be constructed to fit just about any aquarium, and it's a do-it-yourself project that most anyone can do. Here's how.
Completed DIY Cabinet Photos
For the do-it-yourself aficionados, these photos of individual and matching combination DIY aquarium stands, cabinets, and hoods/canopies that aquarists have built using a variety of materials is a great source to get design and style ideas when deciding to make your own stand, cabinet, and hood.
For the do-it-yourself aficionados, these photos of individual and matching combination DIY aquarium stands, cabinets, and hoods/canopies that aquarists have built using a variety of materials is a great source to get design and style ideas when deciding to make your own stand, cabinet, and hood.