Lobo coral, also known by the names Lobophyllia or Lobed brain coral, make beautiful choices of coral for saltwater tanks. They have amazing color patterns and shapes that fit well in tanks. They are very unique looking which makes them a popular choice for saltwater tank enthusiasts. This post will help you learn how to … Read more
This article is for reef keepers having a sand bed in their aquariums, and they want to add some corals to this substrate. Theoretically, you could put any coral down there, but some will do much better than others. What makes a good substrate candidate? Corals that are not bothered by sandbed First, we’re going … Read more
In this article, we’re going to be talking about a highly desirable large polyp stony coral (LPS), that I personally have a love-hate relationship with that being torched corals. The difference between torch coral and some other LPS corals, growth rate, colors, water parameters, lighting, and feeding this coral. What is the difference between torch … Read more
If you’re looking for how to get rid of sponges in your reef tank, you’ve come to the right place! While sponges can be beneficial to your tank and some aquarists attempt to add them to the tank, they have a habit of overgrowing coral and clogging up filtration systems down the road. You’re not … Read more
If you’re one of 12.5 million people in the United States that keeps fish as pets, then you probably know that a reef tank is the coolest thing you can keep in your home. After all, it’s the closest thing to a piece of an actual ocean you can put in your living room. Besides … Read more
While it’s rare in newer aquariums, hydroids can appear in any tank along your journey. That’s because hydroids are known as “hitchhikers,” finding their way into your tank via a number of possible entry methods. If there are hydroids in a reef tank, you’re sure to want to know all about them, how they got … Read more
Having a new member of your small reef tank ecosystem is always exciting. Without a doubt, you’ll look at how it fits with others and how it behaves in certain situations. Recently, Gobies became one of the most sought-after species by enthusiasts from all over the globe. They are one of the most easily-adapted fishes … Read more
You’ve got your aquarium set up at home and have populated it with all kinds of life and color, but you’ve decided on one last thing to put the finishing touches: Hammer coral. You’ve done the dip test and it went fine, so your hammer coral goes in the tank. Fast-forward a couple of weeks … Read more
If you notice that your sea anemone is closed or closes for long periods of time, don’t freak out. Before you panic and think that your anemone is dying, it can be perfectly normal for your anemone to close. While some of the reasons can be bad, such as starvation, putting your anemone into a … Read more
Bubble Tip, or Bulb Tip, Anemones are some of the most beautiful creatures to have in a reef-friendly tank. Their bright and unusual coloring with unique capabilities provides hours of gorgeous wonder and mystery. But, there are many different types of anemones out there. Rose Bubble Tip and Black Widow Anemones are two species many … Read more
