Tag: Saltwater Fish
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Queen Triggerfish Care Guide: Balistes vetula
The queen triggerfish (Balistes vetula) is one of the most iconic saltwater fish patrolling the Atlantic Ocean. Their gorgeous colors appeal to any aquarist looking for a dramatic centerpiece species. Unfortunately, their sheer size and aggressive habits make them unsuitable for most home aquariums. If you’re looking to add one of these royal brutes to…
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Purple Tang Care: Zebrasoma xanthurum
The purple tang (Zebrasoma xanthurum) stands out as one of the most beautiful members of the surgeonfish group. The rich tones of their scales draw the eye immediately, even in a vibrant reef tank. However, they’re not tangs for the faint of heart – or the light of wallet. Purple tangs are some of the…
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Clown Triggerfish Care: Balistoides conspicillum
The clown triggerfish (Balistoides conspicillum) get their name from two different sources: that vibrant appearance and the bubbly personality they bring to a saltwater aquarium. Plenty of hobbyists yearn to add one of these curious triggers to their collection. And while you couldn’t ask for a more engaging fish, you need to do some homework.…
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Doctorfish Care: Acanthurus chirurgus
The doctorfish (Acanthurus chirurgus) may not have the most glamorous name in the world. (They’re also known as – wait for it – surgeonfish) But you shouldn’t overlook them. As members of the tang group, they bring some of the best qualities to your reef tank. And while they may have a “boring” name (as…
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Flame Angelfish (Centropyge loricula) Care: 10 Helpful Tips
The flame angelfish (Centropyge loricula) is one of the most popular of the dwarf angelfish species. Spot one in a tank, and you’ll realize why they’re so popular. The fish get their name from the fiery red bodies, set off with an orange center – almost as if they possessed a fiery core. They also…
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Green Chromis Care Guide: Chromis viridis
The green chromis (Chromis viridis) or blue-green chromis is one of the most popular fish species in the aquarium trade. They rank at the top courtesy of affordable prices, superb coloration, boldness and energy, and shoaling behaving, allowing them to get purchased in large numbers to create a schooling effect in the tank. They belong…
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Buying Saltwater Fish Online: Top Resources for Your Tank
The advice and support you get from your local fish store are worth their weight in gold. But not everyone in the hobby is located in an area with suitable options, Or maybe you’re looking for a broader selection of saltwater fish and corals. That means buying saltwater fish online. But with SO MANY potential…
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Aquarium Stocking Guide: How Many Fish Per Tank?
When you set up your first saltwater aquarium, the temptation is to pack in as many of your favorite species as possible. But if you refer to the average aquarium stocking guide, you know that practice won’t work. Overcrowded tanks lead to complications with water quality. You can also end up with behavior problems as…
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Niger Triggerfish Care: Odonus niger
The Niger triggerfish (Odonus niger) checks all of the boxes when it comes to saltwater aquariums. First, you get a unique football shape with stunning colors (right down to a set of prominent “fangs”). And then there’s a delightful personality once your trigger settles into the tank. They’re a genuine delight – provided you can…
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Orange Shoulder Tang Care: Acanthurus olivaceus
The orange shoulder tang (Acanthurus olivaceus) breaks the standard tang mold – at least, it will if you meet its care and management needs. They’re not the most aggressive in their family, and they undergo a dramatic change in color as they age, making them a popular saltwater fish in reef aquariums. Table of Contents: Orange…
