Marine

Some Leather or Family Alcyoniidae corals periodically slough-off a thin top layer of tissue. This shedding process is apparently not a regenerative action, but one that serves to rid the coral’s surface of accumulated waste, debris and algae. Once a coral has shed what could be described as a layer of “old skin”, it’s not […]

What Is Protein Skimming, and How Does It Work? Next to primary biological filtration, foam fractionating, better known as protein skimming, is the next most important aspect of any healthy marine system. Although there are systems that claim to be “skimmer-free”, such as for most of us DOC’s (dissolved organic compounds), phenol oils, and other yellowing […]

Next to primary biological filtration, foam fractionating, better known as protein skimming, is the next most important aspect of any healthy marine system. Although there are systems that claim to be “skimmer-free”, such as for most of us DOC’s (dissolved organic compounds), phenol oils, and other yellowing agents are a nuisance that only active protein […]

Phosphate or PO 4 is a compound of Phosphorus (P), one of the top 14 out of 70 trace elements found in natural sea water that are considered to be essential for saltwater aquarium and reef tank systems. However, it is also a primary nutrient source for many forms of algae, particularly green hair species, […]

Central to the idea of creating a more natural environment in the aquarium is the use of two or three powerheads to circulate the water completely in the tank. The advantages are: a. Elimination of DEAD ZONES in the tank. b. Suspension and removal of pollution via the overflow system. c. Creation […]

As this is our first articles and we are in mid-summer I felt it was appropriate to start off with the problems of water temperature. First of all the correct temperature for a marine tank is between 24 and 26°C. The reason for this is all coral reefs are at around these temperatures. One of […]

UV Sterilizers can be beneficial to both Reef and Fish Only tanks. What is the sterilizer? It is a container, usually in a near tube shape, in which an ultraviolet (UV) fluorescent lamp is contained. The lamp emits light at around 254 nm. The lamp is in a container of its own to shield it […]

Keeping Maxima, Crocea, Squamosa and Derasa Clams in Reef Aquariums Aside from being some of the most intriguing of all reef aquarium species, tridacnid clams actually provide a range of benefits well beyond their beauty and novelty. Clams are filter feeders, meaning that they help marine aquariums maintain high water quality by absorbing nitrates, ammonia […]

Aqua Medic Aquaniveau. The Aquaniveau electronic level controller may be used in 2 different modes: As a top up controller with one or two float switches to control the replacement of evaporated water. One switch controls the pumping from a storage vessel (not supplied), the other, if opted for, provides protection to prevent the top […]

Scientific name: Ctenochaetus Tominiensis Tangs are one of the staples in the marine aquarium hobby and for good reason. Vibrant colours, patterns, personality, ease of purchasing, hardiness for the most part all factor into the equation making many species of Tangs an excellent choice for the saltwater aquarist. Yellow, Purple, Naso, Hippo, Sailfin, Chevron and […]