by Joe Rowlett | Mar 12, 2018 | Fish, Science
Is this one of the world's rarest anemonefishes? by ReefBum | Mar 12, 2018 | Equipment
Recently I had been having issues getting some consistent and, I believe, accurate readings with my Hanna HI736 Phosphorous Ultra Low Range Checker. Here are some tips to help ensure you do get the most accurate readings possible. First of all make sure the water sample is free of debris and the vials do not have any water on the outside. The vials also need to be wiped down with a micro fiber cloth, like one you would use to clean eye glasses, to make sure there are no finger prints on the outside. You should also do the following: Make sure you don’t create bubbles by shaking the vials too much. Avoid letting the sample with the reagent sit for too long in the vial before by Leonard Ho | Mar 12, 2018 | Advanced Aquarist
A new study has concluded that parasites such as marine ich and flukes not only tax a fish's body but also its mind. The study is also reminds us why the aquarium trade shouldn't harvest cleaner wrasses. by Joe Rowlett | Mar 11, 2018 | Fish
Some unbelievable footage of fishes you've never seen before. by xeniaforever | Mar 11, 2018 | Conservation, Sustainability
Across the United States, more and more cities are banning plastic grocery bags with the goal of helping the environment and protecting ocean-dwelling creatures. I think that this is an important step in the fight to save our planet, and I’m pleased to see that... by Jen Lowy | Mar 10, 2018 | Aquaculture, Industry, Sustainability
What do you think of when you hear the term “LFS”? ( local fish store) I hope for many of you it’s a term that makes you happy. I hope you smile and think about the last saltwater pet you bought and see him swimming happily in your aquarium.… by Admin | Mar 10, 2018 | Invertebrates
As I write this, the snow is melting quite quickly and perhaps, in a day or so, I might be able to get out of my rural Scottish village. We’ve been cut off for days, following a weather system that brought freezing temperatures, strong winds, and snow from northern... by Afishionado | Mar 9, 2018 | Science, Supplements, Video
There is so much misinformation out there on disease and parasite control in our hobby. I decided to meet up with veterinarian Dr. Charlie Gregory of Healthy Aquatics Marine Institute, who specifically deals with fish and corals, to set the record straight and to...
