Author: Terry D. Bartelme

Part one (Bartelme, 2009) of this two-part series covered preventive tips on the subjects of quarantine, stress, handling and selecting specimens for your aquarium.... Read more.

One of the hallmarks of a good aquarist is practicing preventive measures. Experienced hobbyists usually realize how important these habits are to their long-term... Read more.

Editor’s Note: Remember to check out our Pest Database.Most saltwater aquarists are acutely aware of the subjects of Cryptocaryon irritans (saltwater ich)... Read more.

In recent years, hyposalinity therapy has become widely popular for the treatment of Cryptocaryon irritans or what is commonly referred to as “saltwater ich.”... Read more.

Metabolism can be described as the collective term for the chemical processes that give life. Metabolism uses products called metabolites that include organic food... Read more.

When I set up my first saltwater aquarium, in 1973, the hobby was still in its infancy. Over the years, we have seen many changes and improvements in the way that... Read more.

Would you like your fish to have their brightest coloration and best possible finnage? Are you interested in the animal’s growth or reproduction? Do you want... Read more.

Improving the survival rates of fish during and after transport is of interest to hobbyists and ornamental fish business alike. While hobbyists want their new acquisitions... Read more.