Reef clubs can be an invaluable resource for saltwater aquarium owners. The advice, frag swaps, events, access to information and new ideas, and camaraderie of these groups can help grow a hobby into a passion, and make the often-solitary endeavor a lot less lonely. A thriving club can be found in [...]
That was my Top 5 Reef Aquarium Plumbing Mistakes a.k.a. Plumbing Pet Peeves. What are some of the mistakes you've seen in the past with your reef tank or someone else's saltwater aquarium? Video: Camera Gear List on Amazon - http://amzn.to/2tvsODd Canon C100 Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS macro Canon EF [...]
Many folks out there use DIY algae reactors for nutrient control and it can certainly be a money saving option. However, there are risks involved. Ok, full disclosure, I do sell Pax Bellum ARID algae reactors and I do use one on my 187 gallon reef tank. Nonetheless, the information I am about to [...]
Wet, rainy spring weekends call for fun indoor activities – especially those that use up even a fraction of kids’ seemingly endless supply of energy. To that end, I’ve found a couple of fun pirate-themed games that should keep everyone busy for at least a few hours; and the best [...]
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Some of the most beautiful fish in the aquarium hobby have live food diets and refuse to eat frozen food right away. With all the distractions and stress of the display tank, live food eaters usually starve without food training. Quarantining new fish isn’t only for disease prevention. [...]
Microalgae. We have all heard of the microscopic organisms that use light to grow. But why should we raise it? In the ocean, microalgae is at the bottom of the food chain. The plankton feed of it, get energy, and give that energy to the fish and crustaceans that eat them. Without a stock of [...]
Winter is definitely upon us! Here in New England, it’s officially hat season – from now until mid-to-late April, mothers across the region will insist that their children cover their heads before going outside, which can either be a huge struggle or an easy part of the routine. One of [...]