The ocean floor brims with a plethora of different creatures. Housing flora and fauna in all shapes, sizes, colors, and functions, the ocean floor is one of the richest and most diverse ecosystems in the world. One main habitant in this varied and fascinating setting...
One of the best ways to keep your aquarium inhabitants happy and healthy is to try creating a tank environment that is as close to the natural environment as possible. One way to do this is to introduce amphipods to your tanks as an additional food source, not only...
Spider Decorator Crabs also known as Camposcia Decorator Crab is a rare and unique creature that will add so much character and natural behavior to your tank. Ever wondered how certain elusive species go about their day in the wild? Well, the Spider Decorator Crab is...
Nano tanks are becoming more and more popular. They allow so many marine life lovers to have a bit of nature in their home, no matter how stretched for space they are! Just like bigger saltwater aquariums, it is great to have inverts in the tank to keep it clean. They...
Having a saltwater aquarium means that you can bring so many cool animals into your home. If you are starting out at the hobby, the amount of information out there can be a bit overwhelming! There are so many different fish, inverts, corals, and plants that could be...
When it comes to saltwater aquariums, there are so many amazing creatures that you can bring into your tank. There are so many wonderful fish and cool corals, and every creature brings its own individuality and flair to the aquarium. Because of the great choice of...
There are so many interesting creatures that you can have in your saltwater aquarium, and sea sponges are one of them. They are found amongst coral reefs in the wild and are sometimes confused with corals. However, these creatures are actually pretty different from...
A wonderful thing about having a saltwater aquarium is the way it allows you to care for an amazing range of aquatic life. You are creating a little ecosystem in your own home, and allowing loads of different creatures to thrive and live under your care. It is really...
The vast majority of sponges are colorful, easy to keep when healthy and correctly transplanted, readily available and inexpensive. While they traditionally haven’t been a mainstay of aquarist tanks as they are stationary and are perhaps not as exciting as active...
Crabs are an amazing crustacean. There are so many wonderful and weird species of crabs out there, and lots are suitable for saltwater aquariums! Many of these are also pretty easy to look after, so suitable for beginner hobbyists. Today we are taking an in-depth look...
Some of the most exciting animals you can keep in a saltwater aquarium are shrimp! If you keep them in the right conditions, shrimp are generally very easy to look after too. You will need to provide them with suitable shelter to hide in so that they feel more...
If you are new to the saltwater aquarium hobby, you might have heard about macroalgae and how you need them in your tank or your refugium. But, you will have also heard that algae is a pest and can overrun saltwater aquariums. That algae, however, is microalgae. So...
The practice of quarantining new aquarium arrivals, or sick tank-mates, is a crucial aspect of proper aquarium husbandry. Surprisingly, many aquarium hobbyists either neglect or decide not to quarantine new additions to the aquarium. Yet using quarantine tanks is...
The pencil urchin (Eucidaris tribuloides) is a species within the genus Eucidaris, and can also be known as the mine or club urchin. It has a brown body that is often mottled, with stubby, thick spines that radiate out in all directions. Each spine is surrounded by a...
No saltwater aquarium enthusiast is safe from the dreaded hair algae. It doesn’t matter if you are new to keeping aquariums or are a veteran with many years under your belt, sometimes the dreaded green stuff can take over at any given moment! It is one of the most...
Most saltwater aquarium enthusiasts provide their fish, crustaceans, and corals with live feed. It is a great way to give them a natural diet and helps your ecosystem develop and mature. A popular live feed for saltwater aquariums is brine shrimp. Perhaps you...
When it comes to corals, beginner saltwater aquarium hobbyists might shy away from hard corals. A lot of information online discusses the difficulty of caring for hard corals and suggest that only soft corals are suitable for those of us who have just started our...
Most living organisms are vulnerable to abrupt changes in their environment, so any changes must be made gradually. It’s the equivalent of stepping out of a lovely air-conditioned building straight out into a hot summer’s day at 120° F. The sudden change can be...
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. However, they do need some time to acclimate to a new environment....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
