by MyReef Team | Jan 7, 2021 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Sea anemones are a firm favorite for many saltwater aquarium enthusiasts. Called the flower of the sea, these creatures are closely related to corals. They are beautiful and interesting and are found all over the world. Known for their long tentacles that...
by MyReef Team | Jan 6, 2021 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Copepods and amphipods are an essential part of the food chain for marine life. They are tiny crustaceans that are consumed by a great number of aquatic creatures. From gobies to clownfish, most of the fish in your saltwater aquarium will love to munch on these tiny...
by MyReef Team | Jan 2, 2021 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Everybody loves their fish. Wonderful to watch and easy to look after, saltwater fish bring so much happiness into hobbyists’ lives. Because they make us so happy, we want to make them so happy! So, a great way to do this is to provide them with the best and tastiest...
by MyReef Team | Jan 1, 2021 | Saltwater Invertebrates
An important part of reef tank ownership is unfortunately preventing and eradicating pests and parasites. This includes flatworms, which are a nasty pest as they can become so numerous that they block out light that corals’ tissues need or begin to consume the coral...
by MyReef Team | Dec 23, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Did you know that crabs are not just good at looking cool in your saltwater aquarium, but are also very handy when it comes to cleaning? Discover what cleaning crab is the best choice for you and your aquarium needs! Best Crabs For Tank Cleaning Most aquarium...
by MyReef Team | Dec 2, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
The Saltwater Clean Up Crew Having a clean aquarium is essential for the health of your animals. Corals will thrive in a clean environment that has a more constant pH. Utilizing a natural cleaning crew is beneficial as it reduces your workload, but more importantly,...
by MyReef Team | Nov 29, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Us aquarium hobbyists are always on the lookout for the next big addition to our saltwater tanks. But we rarely give a chance to the actual ‘big’ additions that will elevate our tank’s beauty and set it apart from the other tank setups we so often browse online....
by MyReef Team | Nov 25, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Why Your Saltwater Aquarium Needs Nassarius Vibex Snails Nobody likes an aquarium full of algae and debris, and this means that a clean up crew of inverts and fish is a must for any hobbyist. From crabs and shrimps, to fish and weird looking slugs, the range of...
by MyReef Team | Nov 23, 2020 | Saltwater Aquarium, Saltwater Invertebrates
Get Rid of Your Bubble Algae with Emerald Crabs We all know how annoying algae can be. Our aquariums are our pride and joy, so when algae crops up, we can get frustrated. However, there are so many different ways that we can treat algae, and most mean fun tank...
by MyReef Team | Nov 21, 2020 | Saltwater Aquarium, Saltwater Invertebrates
Some of the most exciting animals you can keep in a saltwater aquarium are shrimp! If they are put in the correct aquarium, most of the shrimps available to aquarists are reasonably easy to keep too. When given the suitable shelter and food, they thrive and help add...
by MyReef Team | Nov 11, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Feather Dusters worms are some of the most interesting creatures you can have in your aquarium. Beautiful and hypnotic, their day-to-day behavior, and way of life is just incredible to observe. Not only that, even though they are mostly stationary creatures, their...
by MyReef Team | Nov 10, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Lettuce Nudibranch or Lettuce Sea Slugs are incredibly underrated tank additions. There are no other species that are more unique, beautiful, and capable of some astonishing things than the Lettuce Nudibranch. They not only add a unique look to the tank but also help...
by MyReef Team | Nov 10, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
When visualizing the perfect saltwater tank, all aquarium hobbyists like to imagine a tank full of different, fascinating marine fauna that exhibit a range of behaviors and are a delight to observe and marvel at. The sexy anemone shrimp is one such creature that...
by MyReef Team | Nov 9, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
These colorful decapods are a delight to have in any aquarium. They add a lot of color and character and are extremely fun to observe. These shrimp-like creatures are extremely versatile, durable, and easy to care for and have become one of the most popular marine...
by MyReef Team | Nov 7, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Any saltwater aquarium thrives on diversity in species. The closer a tank is to natural reef environments, the better the health of the fish that live in it. They do not just add variety for you to observe but also provide ecological benefits to the tank by adding...
by MyReef Team | Nov 2, 2020 | Saltwater Aquarium, Saltwater Invertebrates
Ordering live creatures online can be stressful. As aquarium enthusiasts and lovers of marine life, we understand the importance of quality shipping. But success or failure in rehoming them into their new aquarium environment lies in keeping a few rules in mind. It is...
by MyReef Team | Oct 22, 2020 | Saltwater Invertebrates
The blue velvet nudibranch is a type of sea slug that is popular among marine aquarium enthusiasts. They are black in color with a few bright, electric blue lines that run along the length of its body. They have a head wider than the body and have a blue stripe...
by MyReef Team | Jul 20, 2018 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Copepods meaning “oar-feet” are a group of small crustaceans found in the sea The body of an amphipod is divided into 13 segments Amphipods are typically less than 10 millimeters Mature females bear a marsupium, or brood pouch, which holds her eggs while...
by MyReef Team | Aug 25, 2016 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Copepods: the largest biomass on earth, the fastest organism and having one of the highest nutrient dense biological makeups, The mighty Copepod is the Super food of the Ocean. This subclass of Crustecean, Copepoda, make up the largest biomass on earth.; this fact...
by MyReef Team | Jun 20, 2014 | Saltwater Invertebrates
Saltwater Aquarium Snails can be classified a few different ways but for the use of snails in aquariums, it is most helpful to think about what they eat. First consider this, unlike crabs, saltwater aquarium snails consist of a large meaty body… so if they die...
by MyReef Team | Jun 14, 2014 | Saltwater Invertebrates
I noticed several saltwater hermit crabs piled up at the front fighting for food, as I watched my saltwater aquarium after feeding time. Their antennae raised and lowered in a warning communication call. It was fascinating to watch them duck and dive for the food...