Tag: aggressive
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Picasso Triggerfish
Would you agree with me that the Picasso triggerfish, or Humu Humu, is truly a work of art? The fish has markings that resemble an abstract painting. As an easy to care for triggerfish, the Picasso is a very popular saltwater fish species. Want to know how to care for one in your saltwater aquarium? Let’s…
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Favia coral care guide
The Favia Coral is a hardy and inexpensive aquarium coral that is suitable for beginners and attractive enough and tolerant enough to warrant space in an advanced reef keeper’s tank, too. They are part of the well-known “Brain Coral’ family. Let’s dive a bit deeper into the ins and outs of having a happy Favia…
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Ribbon eel care guide
The Ribbon Eel is no doubt, one of the most gorgeous species of Moray Eels out there, don’t you agree? The striking blue and yellow coloration and unmistakable eel-shape attracts many fish lovers. But what does it take to care of them successfully? Let’s take a closer look at caring for the ribbon eel in…
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Hammer coral care: placement & feeding of Euphyllia ancora
Are you looking for a great coral that can jazz up your tank without being too difficult to care for? You might be in the market for a hammer coral, Euphyllia ancora. This popular large polyp stony coral species has all the right raw materials to make a great next coral for your tank–they build…
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Blue devil damselfish
The Blue devil damselfish is a gorgeous and insanely popular saltwater fish. In fact, a few years back, it was the #2 most imported fish. They are small, beautifully colored and as inexpensive as saltwater fish get. It can be challenging, at times, to tell the difference between different species of damselfishes–and the blue devil…
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Domino damselfish-threespot Dascyllus trimaculatus
Here’s a riddle for you: what’s black and white and in tanks all over? The Domino Damselfish, of course! Let’s take a closer look at this clownfish cousin to help you decide if it would be a good saltwater fish to add to your aquarium. Quick facts about the Domino Damselfish: Scientific Name: Dascyllus trimaculatus…
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Dealing with aggression between fish in a marine aquarium
Aggression Between Fish in a Marine Aquarium Unfortunately, aggression between fish in a marine aquarium is a common problem. Let’s face it, a coral reef can be a tough place to make a living, and the fish we keep in our homes have evolved to survive in that fish-eat-fish world. When we pluck them off…
