We already brought you the product specifications on the SHARK Cone Skimmer from JNS Aquaria . And in it we mentioned their new Quick-Precise adjusting valve that allows the user to accurately changed the water level in the protein skimmer’s body, allowing for a more dry or more wet skimmate production. Well, now we’ve got a video of it. The user in the video shows just how easy this skimmer is to adjust, as well as how well it responds to the adjustment. Definitely an interesting addition... Read Full Story
There are only a few days left to submit a full tank shot of your aquarium to the January Tank of the Month Contest . Entries are due on Sunday, December 20 by midnight (Central Standard Time).
Seachem Sea the Difference
Seachem is our sponsor for January’s Tank of the Month contest, and they have generously donated a full set of their aquavitro product line.
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Kalkwasser Reactor on SPS Dominated Reef Aquarium
Kalkwasser is a powder calcium hydroxide additive that many reef aquarium keepers use to add both calcium and alkalinity to their tanks. There are many benefits to its use, most notable of which is the fact that it adds calcium to the water without lowering pH, a common problem with calcium reactors. Additionally, Kalkwasser binds phosphate, effectively removing it from the water. Despite its benefits though, Kalk has a potentially terrible... Read Full Story
It’s that time of year when we have to travel and visit relatives, sometimes for several days, and we go through withdrawals from not being able to tend to our aquariums. But it’s not just us that is suffering, our aquariums suffer too. Fish go unfed, water doesn’t get changed, and the glass will get dirty. But there are several things you can do to help you get through the holiday season.
If you plan on being away from your aquarium a week or more, it would be wise to find someone to... Read Full Story
Tropic Marin BIO-ACTIF
Tropic Marin is introducing another salt mix onto the market with their BIO-ACTIF salt mix. This new synthetic salt is said to promote growth of bioactive substances and provide protection for the mucous membrane of aquarium fish, thereby making your livestock healthier. Corals are affected as well, displaying brighter colors and opening their polyps more.
While making livestock healthier, BIO-ACTIF also promotes the breakdown of pollutants and excess nutrients in... Read Full Story
Calcium Reactor Setup
After receiving multiple requests from fellow hobbyists to walk them through setting up a calcium reactor, I’ve decided to make a step-by-step guide on setting one up for their reef aquarium.
To start, you must determine the size reactor you will need. The average calcium reactor is rated for aquariums about 200-250 gallons and moderately stocked. But more hard coral dominated aquariums may need larger reactors. Smaller reactors are available, but the larger... Read Full Story
A short while back, we wrote a story about the new lighting equipment coming from IceCap Inc. Dubbed the Reef Illuminations, these fixtures sported a combination of all the popular aquarium lighting equipment. There was the metal halide/T5HO/LED combo light fixture and a T5HO/LED combo light fixture .
IceCap LunarLite Retro LED Lighting
But IceCap quickly realized that not everyone likes fixtures. Many reef aquarium keepers have canopies and elaborate cooling systems over their reef. And... Read Full Story
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I interviewed Eric Borneman, world famous researcher and reef aquarium keeper for the AquaNerd Blog. Eric has written many books and articles regarding corals.
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