Why Is My Birds Nest Coral Turning White?

Why Is My Birdsnest Coral Turning White?

A favorite of aquarium enthusiasts worldwide, the bright colors and interesting shapes of Birds Nest Coral make the flora a popular choice for many aquatic displays – but like all living organisms, Birds Nest coral does present its own unique challenges, and can be temperamental in regard to certain conditions in its environment – or … Read more

Aussie Gold Torch Care – Is It Easy to Keep? What Is the Survival Rate?

Aussie Gold Torch Care - Is It Easy to Keep? What Is the Survival Rate?

Aussie Gold Torches are a type of coral from the Euphyllia genus.  Often yellow, gold, or orange with violet tips, they have long tentacles stretching between two to four inches.  They’re beautiful, mysterious, and can prove to be a fantastic addition to any saltwater tank. But, like with many other sea creatures, Aussie Gold Torches … Read more

How Do Sea Anemones Reproduce in a Reef Tank?

How do sea anemones reproduce in a reef tank?

Sea anemones, like every living thing on the earth, reproduce to propagate their existence. But what makes sea anemones special is that they have a myriad of fascinating ways and methods. The way a sea anemone reproduces will depend on the species. These are vast and varied. Having one in your reef tank at home … Read more

Bubble Tip Anemone: Acclimation and Adding the Anemone to Your Tank

How to acclimate bubble tip anemone?

Bubble Tip Anemones are amazing flower-like sea creatures with vibrant colors, gorgeous tentacles and an unusual appearance. So, it’s no wonder why people want to add one to their home reef tank. They make a great accompaniment and provide hours of visual wonder. But anemones are for more experienced aquarists than newcomers to the hobby. … Read more

Preventing and Removing Aiptasia from a Reef Tank

Preventing and Removing Aiptasia from a Reef Tank

It takes time, money, and effort to maintain a reef tank, and most saltwater tank owners take great pride in their work. But, what happens when you take a look one day and discover something you definitely don’t want in there? Aiptasia. Aiptasia reproduces fast and can be devastating for a reef tank, but don’t … Read more

Wilsoni Coral Care: Placement, Lighting, and Feeding

Wilsoni Coral Care: Placement, Lighting, and Feeding

Are you considering adding a Wilsoni coral (Australophyllia Wilsoni) to your saltwater tank? Make sure you think it through and read this first, as the Wilsoni coral is known for being difficult to care for successfully.  The Wilsoni coral is a very unique coral that you don’t tend to see very often in the saltwater … Read more

Coral Growth – How Long Does It Take? Speed Up Coral Growth with Food

Coral Growth - How Long Does It Take? Speed Up Coral Growth with Food

Coral is a living organism formed of hundreds of thousands of tiny water animals called ‘polyps’. Each polyp has one opening at a particular side of its body. It uses this to deliver deathly toxins to its microscopic food sources, then digests them out from the same opening. Coral reefs are formed when free-swimming coral … Read more