Yellow tang (Zebrasoma flavescens) is one of the most common saltwater fish due to its striking color, fantastic shape, bold personality, and relative ease of care. They can add a pop of vibrant yellow and “frenzied reef fish” motion we all love to even an already bright reef tank. But before we dive into the … Read more
Nothing is more frustrating than dealing with a problem algae, and no problem algae are more frustrating than bryopsis algae, the scourge of the reef aquarium hobby. Table of contents Proper identification How bryopsis algae get into your tank Prevention How to keep pressure on it How to treat it with chemicals Watch a video … Read more
Creating and maintaining your own saltwater aquarium is a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Here are the 9 Best saltwater aquarium tips for beginners to help you on your journey. 1. Install a grounding probe to avoid shocking yourself and your fish A grounding probe is an inexpensive device that will safely remove stray electricity from … Read more
Goby fish are generally hardy, peaceful, reef-safe saltwater aquarium fish that make model citizens in a community reef tank. Because of their diminutive adult size, fascinating substrate behaviors, and helpful utility roles—such as cleaning parasites or sifting sand—they are among the most popular marine species in the hobby. This ultimate guide provides a comprehensive, profile-by-profile … Read more
Let’s face it, it’s a fish-eat-fish world out there. Carving out a niche and surviving is a full-time job. One of my favorite survival strategies among animals is mimicry—and we’re fortunate to have several great examples of mimicry in saltwater fish. 7 Stealthy Cases of Saltwater Mimicry If you want to jump right into things, … Read more