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In an exciting partnership, Quality Marine, in collaboration with Tropical Marine Center (TMC) in the UK and ecocean, have embarked on a program that centers on ranching species using night light traps.
In this innovative approach, post-larval fish are drawn to light and gather in specially...
MARINE FISH AND INVERTEBRATES TO AVOID
While selecting good quality animals and then properly quarantining them is vital for acquiring long-lived specimens for your aquarium, some species start the process with one or more strikes against them. Knowing which species have extra challenges helps...
Using “Artificial Intelligence” resources to treat fish diseases
With the development and release of ChatGPT in 2022, “AI” as an informational resource is becoming more commonplace. This term is in quotes because the current methods are not true Artificial Intelligence. Instead, what the...
Not an article but a brief video rundown of coral photography done at a LFS.
Linckia laevigata: An Analysis of Plausible Causes of Mortality in Captivity
By: Malcolm Levison
The indisputable beauty of Linckia laevigata has led to this fragile organism becoming an icon of the global aquarium trade. However, survival rates in captivity are tragically low. Epitomizing...
R2R Username: @Olys_Tank
Tank Thread: My Reef Tank 2019
Introduction:
Hello, Reef2Reef! I've been in the hobby for around 28 years. It all started when my mother decided to get her children some pets. As some family members suffered from asthma, we couldn't keep any animals with hair or fur...
R2R Username: @jose.morejon14
Reef Showcase: Jm_reefer
Introduction:
Hello everybody! I’m Jose Luis Morejon Vitali. You probably know me as my Instagram account, Jm_reefer. I'm a 29-year-old Italian guy. I have had a passion for aquariums since I was young since my father and I managed a...
Aquarium Myths and Misinformation
c. 2023 Jay Hemdal
Over the last 50 years, I’ve heard a number of myths and possible misinformation applied to aquariums and the husbandry of the animals contained in them. Most of these seem to go unchallenged; at least they keep showing up online, long...
I have been waiting on the OSIX for the OR3 150's for some time and I finally got my hands on them a couple weeks ago. It seemed like a long wait, but I can say without a doubt that it was well worth the wait. Orphek has hit it out of the park with OSIX. The ability to dim my OR3 150's gives me...
Algae, unavoidable companions.
Algae are undoubtedly one of the inhabitants of a reef tank that cause the biggest headaches to hobbyists. In a world idealized by aesthetics, we might wish that these living beings were out of our system, however, this wish makes no biological and ecological...
R2R Username: @Alex Costa
Build Thread: Rebirth
Introduction
Hello everybody. My name is Alex.
I currently have a 2000-liter tank that was set up in 2015 when my previous 750-liter tank became too small for the fish and corals.
Sadly, on a trip to my parent's house, a power outage was...
The cherry anthias, also known as the Sakura anthias (a.k.a. Sakuradai (さくらだい) in Japan), is a large, attractive and very hardy member of the family Serranidae (groupers and their allies) and the sub-family Anthiinae (the anthias). Click on the PDF link on the right (or below on your phone)...
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Super coral farming at Monsoon Aquatics upgrades to Orphek Amazonas 960 iCon reef LED Lights
Super coral farming at Monsoon Aquatics upgrades to Orphek Amazonas 960 iCon reef LED Lights
Check out these awesome corals under our Amazonas 960 iCon units!
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Orphek has established a strong presence in Australia for many years and has been chosen as the LED lighting...
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We're thrilled to announce the second edition of the Nano Tank Showdown! We're bringing you another thrilling competition between Lou Schiavo of World Wide Corals @WWC and @aquaman.shalom of @ESHOPPS.INC! This time, we're taking the excitement...
R2R Username: @Swiss Frag Reefer
Build Thread: RedSea Reefer 425XL / SPS Corals
Introduction
Hi my name is Thomas Schwegler (@Swiss Frag Reefer)! Thank you for giving me the opportunity to present my reef tank here on Reef2Reef! I am originally from Switzerland, but (since a couple of years...
image via @Reefahholic
Unveiling the Perfect Bed: Choosing the Right Substrate for Your Saltwater Reef Tank
Welcome, reef enthusiasts! When it comes to creating a thriving saltwater reef tank, one crucial decision often overlooked is choosing the right substrate. The substrate not only...
image via @razarmi
Ready for Reef Stars: Identifying the Perfect Time to Add Coral to Your Aquarium
Hey there, reef lovers! Are you so excited and think you're ready to introduce the "stars of the show" to your saltwater aquarium? You can't have a reef tank without coral can you? Well we're...
Capturing the Beauty: A Quick Tip Guide to Better Photos and Videos of Your Saltwater Reef Aquarium
Hey there, fellow reefers! We know how much you love showcasing the stunning beauty of your saltwater reef aquarium to the world. That's why we're here to share some valuable tips on taking...
image via @JMacedo and his Reef Of TheMonth
10 Considerations for Setting Up Your New Saltwater Reef Aquarium
Setting up a new saltwater reef aquarium is an exciting venture that requires careful planning and consideration. As a community of avid reef hobbyists we have compiled a list of the...
R2R Username: @Ancient Mariner
Build Thread: Custom 100 gallon built in stair landing with slide access
Introduction
I'm Ken Figueroa from Decatur, Georgia USA, and I'm honored that my reef has been picked as the May 2023 Reef of the Month. The tank is built into a staircase landing with an...
