Facing a Saltwater System Downsize? Try One of These 5 Setups
Next year, our daughter will be heading off to college and our son will already be well on the way through his senior year at OSU. With two kids almost down and... Read more.
Saltwater Smarts Headed to C-SEA Frag Swap!
The folks at the Cleveland Saltwater Enthusiasts Association (C-SEA) may be situated near Lake Erie—one of our freshwater Great Lakes—but on Saturday, Octob... Read more.
A Proven Method for Treating Bacterial Infection in Anemones
Recently I had an urge to get back into keeping anemones and planned on setting up an anemone-specific aquarium with the 90-gallon tank I resealed. I knew I wan... Read more.
Salty Q&A: Can We Do Better for Beginners than Caveat Emptor?
Question: I recently had a frustrating experience at a major chain pet store in my area. I watched as the aquarium department salesperson sold a type of butterf... Read more.
The Many Benefits of the Reef Aquarium Sump
I hate clutter. Unfortunately, clutter and reef aquariums come hand in hand, especially as the devices start to pile up. Want to add a calcium reactor? Get read... Read more.
The Pacific Sailfin Tang: A Hardy, Bold Species Demanding Spacious Accommodations
The Pacific sailfin tang (Zebrasoma velifer), not to be confused with its Red Sea namesake (Zebrasoma desjardinii), is a fish with many attributes that make it ... Read more.
Is It Possible to Overdo Marine Aquarium Water Changes?
In a recent meandering conversation I had with my freshwater-pond-keeping brother-in-law, the question of water change volume and frequency was raised—specifi... Read more.
The 5 Most Common Mistakes Experienced Marine Aquarists Make
Ever notice that there are lots of articles and posts out there with titles like “The Top 10 Mistakes Novice Marine Aquarists Make”? Considering that newcom... Read more.
Salty Q&A: Can Powerheads Be Concealed in Rockwork?
Question: I have a new 60-gallon reef tank, and I’m using two powerheads to provide water circulation. One is mounted in the upper right-hand corner of the ta... Read more.
The Deep Dive on Reef Aquarium Lighting, Part 2: Lighting Technologies
I get asked fairly often what light is the best light. Unfortunately, there is no right answer. First off, there is the difference in aesthetics. That is a pure... Read more.