[google_adsense_in_post] For the extinction of coral reefs, climate changes are the reason we all know. Measures are being taken o preserve them as far possible. But a recent study by in the coast of Western Australia by Justin Billis took the efforts to find out whether extreme heat or extreme cold was more injurious to corals. In both the cases… [Read More]
[google_adsense_in_post] Acanthastrea bowerbanki is a vulnerable species of coral which is very impressive indeed, and is found in the Pacific and Indian Ocean. It is particularly at risk of crown-of-thorns starfish predation, and widespread reduction of coral reef habitat due to a group of threats. This species feeds on a wide range of coral variety and is… [Read More]
Substrate is the sand or gravel that covers the bottom of the tank. Substrate can be a place for the critters to burrow and dig through and also and important adjunct to the biological ecosystem within the reef tank. In older times, a bare bottom tank was important so that all detritus could be easily removed. This is no longer… [Read More]
[google_adsense_in_post] Ever wondered what would be the next generation skimmers? Small in size and bigger on performance is the obvious answer. The latest product out there with this kind of feature is CAD Lights’ Pipeless PLS-100 Protein Skimmer which is just 100g and 4.75″ X 4.75″, fitting easily into the tiniest space you can afford to it. The compressed design… [Read More]
a. Title of the sweepstakes: Enter To Grab OCreef.com Wireless Remote Controlled LED PAR38 Aquarium Light Worth $200 b. Start and end dates: Start date is 28/01/2013 and end date is 18/02/2013 c. Entries are allowed per person: One d. How can the participants enter the sweepstakes? 1. Reefland Forum Member. If not become a member here (http://www.reefland.com/forum/register.php) 2. Like http://www.facebook.com/pages/Reefland/346436852107746?sk=app_253914631393798… [Read More]
We all love Aquariums. They add beauty to our house. But most of us are afraid of the maintenance and don’t know how to take care of it. These days, giant Reef aquariums are set up in public places like hospitals, restaurants, etc. They stand as a great attraction. But these aquarium need great care and someone with less knowledge… [Read More]
Nitrogen Narcosis while diving is a reversible alteration in consciousness that occurs while diving at depth. It is also termed as Martini Effect or raptures of the Deep. The initial word in fact is derived from narke meaning, “temporary decline or loss of senses and movement or kind of numbness. Narcosis creates a somewhat similar condition as alcohol intoxication or nitrous oxide inhalation, and can… [Read More]
ATI LED T5 hybrid Powermodule is what you can call the New Year’s power packed lighting for reef aquariums. They were demoed last year and since then have been the most talked about lighting trend amongst reef aquarists. Well the wait ends this year as ATI, the company who has been successfully producing and manufacturing excellent aquarium lights, skimmers, water… [Read More]
In 2012 we came across many new contributions to reef aquarium industry across the world. Conservation of some endangered species of rare corals for instance was the chief issue for which various measures have been taken in regions where these are mostly exploited. Some new and interesting species of corals like Euphyllia baliensis, Leptoseris, Dactylotrochus and more… [Read More]