We are talking the salt in saltwater aquariums, the most initial thing to get right in order to set your reef tank in the most flourishing way. We have been talking the big names in aquarium set up. We discussed skimmers, filters, lights and even the most sophisticated products that are being developed to make this hobby and easy breezy… [Read More]
Saltwater aquarists might not consider shrimps as a deadly being but here’s an article to warn you of their not-so-innocent nature. On the other hand a sea food lover too may not like this a lot but here comes fact. The commonly known as the smashing species of the mantis shrimp can attack by the edge of their calcified claw… [Read More]
AquaMaxx Synergy Plus is concentrated and ionically balanced. This calcium and alkalinity supplement work synergistically to help maintain and stabilize the calcium, alkalinity and pH levels in your aquarium. The `Plus` being the inclusion of iodine, strontium, bromide, boron, trace elements, and a high amount of magnesium, this formulation will help to boost the growth of your corals and ensure… [Read More]
The intensifying temperature of water is creating problems for coral reefs around the world but there is good news too. A recent study showed that similar looking corals differ in how they adjust to various climate changes. “We’ve found that previously unrecognized species diversity was hiding some corals’ ability to respond to climate change,” said Iliana Baums, associate professor of… [Read More]
SICCE entered the LED lighting market with sophisticated style and proven results. Instead of using the high-output diodes found in most LED units, these new fixtures imitate natural sunlight by incorporating a profusion of low power white LEDs and high output blue LEDs for great penetration and uniformity of light. The lamps are mounted on printed circuit boards and are… [Read More]
The opening of a Lower Keys seafood processing flair has encouraged state fishery managers to move toward restrictive harvests of the Florida sea cucumber. “In the first half of 2013, the landings [of sea cucumbers] have more than tripled the previous annual average with over 49,000 sea cucumbers landed,” Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission biologist… [Read More]
Hydra 52 revealed in MACNA will soon be available for aquarists everywhere. The AI Hydra FiftyTwo continues the Hydra’s legacy of full spectrum performance with an output that exceeds the visible light spectrum, providing your livestock with the light they crave. Combining the control of the AI Vega and unmatched power of the AI Sol, the AI Hydra FiftyTwo brings… [Read More]
Reef-A-Palooza 2013 was a huge success with higher attendance than ever, with just short of 4400 ticketed saltwater enthusiasts attending the two day event. Reef-A-Palooza (RAP) is an annual event promoted by the Southern California Marine Aquarium Society (SCMAS). Now in its tenth year, RAP can best be described as an indoor marketplace where sellers, exhibitors, and hobbyists of all… [Read More]
Reef aquarists are always concerned about not accidently introducing any foreign particle into their tank while working inside it as we never really know which among all things around us can build up the harm causing era. Generally it is advised that you must wash your hands with warn water; dry it up with a clean tower before diving your… [Read More]
We saw a few impressive new coral species that were defined previous year; some overwhelmed us and some failed to generate any buzz. Here comes this year’s first new species of corals defined recently and thought not much have been known about this species we are pretty positive that this one is going to make it to the top of… [Read More]