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How to Set up a Sump with Overflow Box for a Saltwater Aquarium.
Today we’re going to talk about the benefits of using a sump, as well as how to set one up on your saltwater aquarium. [...]
We’ve all seen salt water aquariums in books and on the internet as well as in our homes. They come in all sorts of sizes and shapes, some being enormous, then all the way down in size to a nano aquarium. Whatever size they are and whether they are fish only or reef, they rely [...]
Feeding the fish in the aquarium, and also shrimps if kept, is one of the most pleasurable parts of keeping a seawater aquarium. This is probably because of the direct interaction between the aquarist and fish. Some fish can become so tame that they will rise and take food from the fingers. This heart warming [...]
It always amazes me how many people I see or talk to who purchase a marine animal, take it home, open the bag and pour it into their aquarium. I can never understand why some people do not acclimate their purchases properly, it could be laziness, lack of knowledge, impatience etc but one thing is [...]
Seeing pictures of a healthy marine fish only or reef aquarium in books or on the internet, or even better, in reality at a public aquarium will cause just about anyone to appreciate the beauty and general fascination of them. Some people will wonder if they could have one, and the thought will shortly disappear. [...]
Once all the research, planning and waiting is complete and the aquarium is full of water and has finally finished cycling you will finally be ready to introduce your first fish.
It is important to ensure that you make the right choice though as there are some fish which are suitable to be added at this [...]
Converting A Freshwater Aquarium To A Saltwater Aquarium
This is not an attempt to lay down railway lines for a converting aquarist to religiously follow, but hopefully a thought provoker that indicates some of what lies ahead.
Quite a number of freshwater aquarists are tempted to keep marines because they see a stunning aquarium somewhere, or they [...]
The Deep Sand Bed - One Of The Most Effective Filtration Methods.
A lot has been discovered over the years in relation to sand beds perhaps the biggest of which is the importance of the sand particle size and the depth of the bed.
Let’s concentrate on the sand particle size first of all.
It is beneficial to [...]
Selecting Your Aquarium Live Rock
As we know aquarium live rock is an extremely effective filtration media to use within the saltwater aquarium. Not only does it provide filtration it also makes the aquarium look more natural.
With so many different types of live rock available however which one should you choose and how much do you [...]
How to mix saltwater.
New seawater is going to be mixed many times in the future. Why not take a little extra trouble in the initial mix and save a lot of time later?
When purchasing the sea salt, obtain salt that is specifically designed for use with R/O water, as this should be used rather than [...]
