by AquaNerd | May 15, 2019 | Reef, Science
Photo Credit: 100%hydrophylic (ReefCentral)Parasitic Polyclad Flatworms and Eggs.Polyclad worms are a type of flatworm that can wreck havoc on our prized corals. In this article we are going to take a look at a particular type of parasitic flatworm that some aquarists may be unfamiliar with. The name “Polyclad” refers to its internal network of gastro-vesicular cavities (poly-clad) connected to its single mouth. These poly-clad cavities allow the worm to distribute food throughout their body as it is being consumed. They go unnoticed on corals because they often take on the appearance or color characteristics of the host coral, making them difficult to notice for the unaware eye. The order of Polyclad worms is divided into two sub-orders: cotylea and acotylea. The by ReefBum | Apr 26, 2019 | Equipment
It takes a lot of equipment to run a thriving SPS reef tank and that makes it a challenge to fit everything underneath a tank stand. My first reef tank was in an apartment in New York City and I labored to squeeze everything into that confined space. It was a rented apartment so my hands were sort of tied when it came to “customizing” the living space to house equipment away from the tank. Besides more room for equipment, there are a few other reasons why it makes sense to have a remote area for a sump and the rest of the equipment: Less risk of water splashing on and damaging electrical plugs and equipment. Fewer heat sources underneath the tank (equipment such as pumps and by Tidal Gardens | Apr 18, 2019 | Events, Industry, Video
Aquashella is an aquarium trade show that shares elements of both art and music festivals. It is clear that Aquashella quickly has become a premier trade show for the fresh and saltwater aquarium industry. Did any of you guys attend the show and if so what did you think? #tidalgardens #coral #aquashella Music: Tracks: “Adjustment” “Snakes” Artist: David Cutter Music (http://www.davidcuttermusic.co.uk) License Terms: Paid License Video: Camera Gear List on Amazon Canon C200 Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS macro Canon EF MP-E 65mm f/2.8 macro Sigma Art 18-35mm f/1.8 Free Fly Movi Pro Stabilizer Kessler Crane Motorized Slider Copyright Information: This video was shot and edited by Tidal Gardens. Tidal Gardens owns all intellectual property rights to this content. by Tidal Gardens | Apr 13, 2019 | Reef, Video
This is the biggest and most ambitious show tank I've featured on my channel so far. I'm excited! #tidalgardens #coral #reeftank Music: Tracks: “End Game” Artist: Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License Terms: Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Video: Camera Gear List on Amazon Canon C200 Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS macro Canon EF MP-E 65mm f/2.8 macro Sigma Art 18-35mm f/1.8 Free Fly Movi Pro Stabilizer Kessler Crane Motorized Slider Copyright Information: This video was shot and edited by Tidal Gardens. Tidal Gardens owns all intellectual property rights to this content. by Tidal Gardens | Apr 6, 2019 | Corals, Video
Acropora are what many consider to be the king of SPS corals. They are some of the most challenging stony corals to keep. There is more information and technology available today than ever before, some of which we will cover right now! #tidalgardens #coral #acropora Music: Tracks: “Peace of Mind” Artist: Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License Terms: Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Video: Camera Gear List on Amazon Canon C200 Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS macro Canon EF MP-E 65mm f/2.8 macro Sigma Art 18-35mm f/1.8 Free Fly Movi Pro Stabilizer Kessler Crane Motorized Slider Copyright Information: This video was shot and edited by Tidal Gardens. Tidal Gardens owns all intellectual property rights to this content.
