Welcome to my Reef Aquarium Blog Page

Here you will find the latest pages that have been added to this site as well as updated pages.

Feb 1, 2008, Reef Aquarium Pests

Reef aquarium pests are something just about everyone will encounter sooner or later.

Feb 1, 2008, Acropora Red Bugs

Acropora red bugs are a fairly recent aquarium pest that appears to only affect SPS Acropora corals. The number of reef tanks that are seeing this pest is growing rapidly in North America.

Jan 31, 2008, Mantis Shrimp

Although the name mantis shrimp might imply they are a shrimp, the truth is, they are not related at all.

Jan 22, 2008, Reef Aquarium Requirements

These are the basic reef aquarium requirements you need to know before setting up you first tank.

Jan 22, 2008, Bubble Algae

Bubble algae is one type of nuisance algae that is easy to recognize.

Jan 19, 2008, Aiptasia Anemones

Aiptasia anemones can pose a serious threat to your reef aquarium if action is not taken to get rid of them.

Jan 18, 2008, Reef Basics Book Store

Welcome to the Reef Basics Book Store

Jan 18, 2008, Very High Output Fluorescents

Very high output fluorescents or VHO lighting is a good choice for your reef aquarium

Jan 18, 2008, Contact us

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Jan 17, 2008, About Us

I started keeping fresh water tanks about 8 years ago but have always had a desire for one of those salt water aquariums we have all seen that are spectacular to look at

Jan 17, 2008, T5 Fluorescent Lighting

T5 fluorescent lighting is a relatively new lighting option for the reef aquariums. Here is some info for T5 lighting

Jan 17, 2008, Reef Tank pH

Your reef tank pH level is something that is important to monitor and maintain at appropriate levels. Read on to discover what pH is and its effects on your reef.

Jan 17, 2008, Reef Safe Snails

Reef safe snails are an essential part of your aquarium. Take a look at these options for your cleanup crew

Jan 17, 2008, Reef Safe Crabs

Reef safe crabs enhance your cleanup crew with the ability to eat the dreaded bubble algae. They are a nice addition to your reef tank.

Jan 17, 2008, Reef Aquarium Light Basic Information

Here is your reef aquarium light basic information. This is where you will find out what all the terms and numbers mean.

Jan 16, 2008, Power Compact Fluorescent Lighting

Power Compact lighting is next generation fluorescent with a low power consumption and less heat

Jan 16, 2008, Phosphate

All reef keepers should have a clear idea in mind about how they expect phosphate to be exported from their system.

Jan 16, 2008, Nitrite

As your tank goes through its initial cycle, nitrite starts to show up right after the ammonia spike.

Jan 16, 2008, Nitrate

Nitrate levels in your reef aquarium should be kept below 10 ppm (parts per million). Fish can usually tolerate levels above this but many corals cannot.

Jan 16, 2008, Metal Halide Lighting

Info on metal halide lighting for your reef aquarium. Great for growing sps corals