Algae, unavoidable companions. Algae are undoubtedly one of the inhabitants of a reef tank that cause the biggest headaches to hobbyists. In a world idealized by aesthetics, we might wish that these living beings were out of our system, however, this wish makes no biological and ecological ..read more

Most beautiful aquascape reef tanks – Atlantik iCon LED lighting Most beautiful and elegant aquascape reef tanks layouts for living areas with Orphek Atlantik iCon Reef LED Lighting Orphek Atlantik iCon over reef aquascaping tank under constrations Today’s post is about integration of reef aquariums as elegant, creative, serene and even striking decorative ..read more

Orphek and Public Aquariums, a long lasting love affair – Part I (Middle East) Since the very beginning of Orphek, Public Aquariums have been a passion of its founders Aquarium illuminated by Orphek at Oman Muscat Mall Aquarium Photo credit: Cardenas Mary Joyce In today’s post we will address ..read more

Snake Eels: The Safe Moray Alternative? by @Slocke Myrichthys Colubrinus - The Banded Snake Eel Snake eels are a more rarely seen but available eel in the aquarium hobby but are they a viable option for someone looking for a more unusual eel? Quick Guide Care Level: Moderate Aggression ..read more

Sourcing Marine Fishes and Invertebrates Experienced aquarists are aware that fishes from different regions of the world can have different levels of sustainability when acquired for their aquariums. The reasons for these differences may include collection technique (the use of cyanide for ..read more

Ricordea yuma - A Joy to Own Albert Thiel (reprint from R2R thread - January 14, 2013) Often referred to as "Yumas", these are not true corals and not true anemones either, but somewhere in between a mushroom and an anemone. Hence the many common names given to them that may include several ..read more

THE PROBLEM As is well known, dinoflagellate pests in the reef aquarium are perhaps the worst that we will face during the life of our system. These pests are quite difficult to eradicate because dinoflagellates have a great capacity for reproduction, propagation and survival. In addition ..read more

Rock, Flower, Papers: A review of journal articles about Rock Flower Anemones (Phymanthus crucifer) Rock, Flower, Papers: A review of journal articles about Rock Flower Anemones (Phymanthus crucifer) written by @Peace River (cover photo by OrlandoReefer) Rock Flower Anemones (RFAs) are common anemones that are kept in marine and reef aquariums, and they are widely available throughout the ..read more

Measuring Salinity / Specific Gravity in Aquariums ..read more

Nuisance Algae Identification and Removal Guide by John Maloney (2009) Okay, so unless you have a nuisance macro algae that is complex and not normal, we hopefully got you covered. We need photos to continue the thread, send them in. The Common Pest Algae. (Diatoms, Hair, Film, and Cyano ..read more