Aquarists converting from freshwater to saltwater seem to think that a Canister Filter is the ultimate in filtration for their saltwater aquarium. They have most likely gotten this idea because it is usually the most expensive aquarium filter at most fish stores and considered the best in freshwater aquarium filtration. In reality, a Canister Filter […]
Your aquarium must meet appropriate water conditions before you add any livestock! Always Test Your Water before adding new livestock. Selecting your first fish can be very exciting, but before you make a purchase be sure to do your homework. Saltwater fish can be broken down into two basic categories: Reef Safe and Fish Only.
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When selecting a light bulb for your saltwater aquarium, you have most likely run into terms like 6,700°K, 10,000°K, 14,000°K, 20,000°K, Actinic, Daylight, 420nm and 460nm. Kelvin Scale The numbers 6,700°K, 10,000°K, 14,000°K, and 20,000°K make reference to the Kevin Scale. Lower Kelvin degrees, like 6,700°K are more yellow and higher Kelvin degrees, like 20,000°K
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Mandarin Goby Care One of the most colorful saltwater aquarium fish is surely the Mandarin Goby, also known as the Mandarin Dragonet. Although beautiful in nature, proper care must be taken to keep this fish in your home aquarium. What Size Tank Do I Need to Keep a Mandarin Goby? As far as swimming space,
Blue Tang Information The Blue Hippo or Pacific Regal Tang is generally a hardy and easy fish to keep once it becomes comfortable and established in an appropriate sized aquarium. Yet, acclimating and introducing a new Blue Tang can be frustrating to hobbyists of any skill level because they are very prone to Ich. It
