Phosphates are produced naturally by the breakdown of waste, such as decomposing plants, food, and fish excrement. Allowing phosphates to build up in your tank can lead to algae blooms, resulting in depleted oxygen levels and cloudy water. You can try to prevent phosphate buildup by regular water change but thanks to technological advancement, products…
It is incredibly vital to pick the best nano protein skimmer if you are a less effort and more relaxed type person. Kidding! Nano tanks are getting popular nowadays because of their great efficiency, easy portability, and friendly budget. If you have a small tank then a decent and high-quality protein skimmer is always recommended…
In this article we will present the Seachem Marine Buffer review. It is a pH controller that mostly increases and maintains the level of pH in reef tanks. The standard pH level in water is one of the significant aspects of reef tanks, and if you are an aquarium hobbyist, it would be something you…
Let’s face it; people go into reef keeping because of its aesthetics. Thus, naturally, nobody would like to have their aquarium look like yesterday’s garbage. No matter whether you are professional or hobbyist, it is one of the most important things to consider for fish keepers. The reason is without proper waste maintenance, you cannot…
Maintaining an aquarium (especially saltwater) is challenging; it takes a lot of patience, dedication, and the right kind of equipment. One of the vital components to choose is the lighting of your aquarium. The corals in the reef aquariums need proper photosynthesis process to grow and thrive. In LED light, the fixture is built with…
If you want to keep fish, aquatic plants or coral reefs in your aquarium, then there are several things you need to be aware of. To maintain the growth and health of its inhabitants, you need several components and need to check the circulation of certain elements like phosphate. Rowaphos is a chemical that removes…
If you are an avid aquarist, then you are aware of the fact that a reef tank requires far more dedication and labor in its maintenance than a regular aquarium. To maintain a pleasant, healthy environment inside the aquarium, you need to check various factors such as the pH levels, LUX, and par levels inside…
There is no doubt that nano tanks are more popular than they were before. Their size ranges from five to about forty gallons. Primarily, it is their compact size and ease of use that make nano aquariums perfect for all the rooms in the house. Every saltwater fish tank, whether its nano or large, benefits…
Fishes tend to be very fussy when they have to live in a closed ecosystem. But in all honesty, they can’t be blamed because they are quite delicate. Most parameters need to be optimum for them to thrive and remain healthy. For instance, they need enough heat for their survival and growth. The temperature under…
Most of us (reef-keepers) have heard about the device called a hydrometer, and perhaps many people are using it for their reef’s needs. So, what did you experience while using it? Doesn’t it seem quite complicated? The answer would be yes. It is because hydrometer requires a lot of work as it comes with sophisticated…
If you are planning to maintain your reef aquarium following the same procedure of freshwater aquarium, then guess what? You are planning it wrong. Even though it seems quite similar, there are several differences between them. One of the essential things you need to maintain in reef tanks is its water movement, which is very…
The significance of pure, clean water for aquatic life should be common knowledge to all tank keepers. Because the glamour of your precious aquarium will not exist if there is no care. So, now it comes to us, the users, how we are taking care of them. Many people love to have a fish tank…
Corals or reefs such as the Stony corals are widely known for their structural formations, which are made out of calcium carbonate. They are the prime jewel of every enthusiastic reef keeper. However, keeping the reefs healthy and thriving is not an easy task. They demand a lot of attention and care than a regular…
It is fool’s errand, and downright cruel to pet anything without supplying them their daily dose of nutrition. Corals and most of the invertebrates thrive in seawater where a large variety of nutrients are found and form a part of their diet. Therefore, to sustain them in a controlled environment, they need a proper amount…
An aquarium, with corals and aquatic animals, might look aesthetic and appealing from a distance, but in actuality, there is a lot of maintenance and effort given to keep it that way. To keep the inhabitants of the tank healthy and thriving, you need to be aware of multiple things. For instance, plants and corals…
When it comes to keeping your aquarium vibrant and healthy, it becomes essential to provide its occupants with all the necessary amenities, which also includes a proper nutritional diet. Nothing in existence can survive without adequate nutrition, humans, plants, and in this case, fishes alike! However, the fishy diet or coral’s diet is not similar…
While we do love and adore the clouds in the sky, it is not a pretty sight when they start forming inside your beloved aquarium. It does happen often, and your tank starts to lose its appeal. In order to solve this problem, apart from cleaning the tank and changing the water constantly, you need…
In this Caribsea Life Rock Review, we will shed some light on this particular rock’s benefits and demerits. Aquariums need a proper setting for its inhabitants to thrive best. An aquarist understands the significance of objects that aid in marine life’s sustenance. Usually, the natural ambiance under the ocean consists of fishes, corals, and one…
Whether you have an aquarium or a terrarium, having a thermal heater is very important, especially when you have tropical fishes. There are many types of heaters available at stores, such as submersible, semi-submersible, and external ones. However, the submersible ones end up cluttering the aquarium and, at times, do not maintain constant water temperature….
Saltwater aquarium or reef tank is a high-maintenance hobby. From feeding the fish to cleaning the aquarium – the list of daily chores adds up. Add in the fact that you have to replace the water that evaporates each day to maintain healthy salt levels and avoid your fish tank getting too dry, and you…
If you’ve set up your reef aquarium, you’re probably smitten by its aesthetics. Well, it is our painful duty to inform you that if you want this beauty to last, you’ll need an RO/DI (reverse osmosis) system. (But I’ve already spent a considerable amount on my aquarium!!) We understand. Saltwater tanks are costlier than their…
It takes work to keep an aquarium healthy. From maintaining cleanliness to having a constant supply of fresh water (or saltwater), there are many things you must think about. Whether you are keeping fish, plants or reef, all aquariums also need a constant supply of essential nutrients to keep their inhabitants happy and healthy. Unfortunately,…
As we generally link reactors with nuclear reactors, the name ‘calcium reactor’ might seem quite scary if you’re not aware of them. Well, it’s actually not that complicated. It’s a chamber that recirculates water and slowly dissolves calcium carbonate media. Maintaining the water quality of reef aquariums is extremely important. The calcium reactor helps to…
Glasses and silicone sealant bond together and build beautiful aquariums. You may not have noticed the silicone because it dries away. Silicone is the main ingredient which holds the glasses together. Not only for building aquariums, silicone sealants come in handy for many other purposes. Glasses are not everlasting. You will eventually encounter a hole…
The best reason to buy an aquarium is to increase the beauty of a place. With the aquarium, we also buy a lot of accessories. But one real accessory that actually works to increase the beauty of the aquarium is missed by all. I’ll talk about that today. In this article, I will list the…
We see different animals living in different conditions. It may seem that it’s hard for a specific animal to stay at a specific place given the characteristics of the environment and the animal as well. But the reality of it is that an animal lives its best life in the environment it’s found. So, whenever…
Who doesn’t want his saltwater aquarium to look like a piece of beautiful sea? In fact, when it comes to adorning the bottom layer of your fish tank, aquarium sand is the only substrate that has no other alternatives. Glad to say, this guide has been exclusively designed for those saltwater aquarium enthusiasts who are…
It goes without saying that if you’re an enthusiast of marine life you should have an aquarium full of fishes at home or at your office. You might think that fishes can survive in the pond or river without anything, so, they could survive in a fish tank without anything but food. That’s not true…
If you’re thinking that the temperature in the aquarium isn’t really a matter of concern then you need to rethink, my friend. The temperature of the aquarium is an immensely important factor as that plays a vital role in keeping the fishes healthy and happy inside the aquarium. Having a temperature too hot or too…
Do you want to see your fish tank clean every time you get home? Then you can’t deny the importance of a quality protein skimmer. Specially if you have a saltwater tank or reef aquarium. If not for the look, you’ll definitely need a protein skimmer to let the fish live in a healthy tank…
Caring and maintaining an aquarium is a job, a tough job. And when you have a monster size of an aquarium, it gets only worse. And here’s what’s even worse: slacking off and letting the tank rot! If you are someone who has a fish tank, specially a marine or saltwater tank, that is too…
People who love keeping sea life in aquariums know the struggle of maintaining it. Maintaining the oxygen level, growing the greens, checking the corals- it’s a work, to say the absolute least. But nothing is worse and more dreaded to a fish keeper than dirty, cloudy water which is not only the toughest to clean,…
If there’s anything we all can agree on, it is that salt water is the home to some of the most unique and vibrant aquatic lives. But how does one enjoy the beauty and diversity of the salt water at home? That’s where Instant Ocean Reef Crystals Reef Salt comes in! Whether you are at-home hobbyist…
Coral reefs are perhaps some of the gorgeous stuffs out there. Even enhanced is having one in your peculiar interior. With convention saltwater aquariums, you could make a stunning setting in your place or office. Aquarium professional designer efforts in alliance with planners and decorators to fit in the visual features of your custom plan…
Replicating salty seawater at home in your aquarium isn’t really a tough job, but it is very tricky. Too salty or not salty enough, and whoosh….. goes your entire reef and sea life! Which is why, having the best salinity refractometer is one of the first accessories you should look into when setting up a…