Mini-Aquariums
College classes are beginning, but that doesn't mean you have to give up on pets just because you live in a dorm or small apartment. Mini-aquariums can be....

250W HQI (Double Ended) MH Retrofit Reflectors
I just got these in! I've been waiting to see them. They are very nice well built reflectors. Not flimsy at all. Vented, and they include a nice heavy glass shield. They are available in a 150w version also if there is interest? I dont have too many right now-I wanted to get a look at them....

Just another question
Ok I was noticing that a lot of the higher end tanks on this site have timed lighting including dawn and dusk and I think that is so cool and I am sure that it is great for the tank. I on the other hand don't have that luxury and turn on my tank whenever I get up turn it off when I go to bed. I there a problem with the inconsistency or is it just not as good as it could be? .

As they grow, they take up required nutrients from the water column. The use of macroalgae in marine aquariums is a matter of personal preference, but can provide the hobbyist with an affordable, natural means of exporting excess nutrients from the aquarium. Many hobbyists grow and harvest purposeful macroalgae, such as Chaetomorpha, Gracilaria, Halimeda, and Caulerpa somewhere in their systems in order to assist in the control and export of excess nutrients. By carefully cultivating and harvesting the macroalgae on a regular basis, you a More

At this point an aquarist might feel overwhelmed by the plethora of lamp types, styles and wattages. If I hear one more aquarium light manufactures tout yet another watt-per-gallon "rule of thumb" for reef invertebrates, I think I shall laugh myself to incontinence. For any such rule to be remotely useful, one must know the depth of water illuminated, the needs of th More

native fish tank As everyone knows, Metal Halide bulbs run hot. This heat can caused thermal expansion in the acrylic. Allegedly, it can also soften the acrylic also making failure more likely. Failure will typically occur as a crack radiating from a corner cut. Most available tanks have quarter inch radius corner rounds. Acrylic tanks are not cut with right angle cu More

Reply to tips for aquarium shots?

Photography is a still of life posted a reply:

Id say a dark room, no flash, and a wide aperture. Try using different camera speeds if you have a manual setting on your camera.
Use a tripod or a stack of books to mount the camera in position, you can then .

African Cichlid Care
The methods of care for African Cichlids can vary, and it is vital that beginners to learn how to maintain ideal aquarium conditions. Once you have created the ideal environment for your African Cichlids, you may refer to the following guidelines for maintaining their nutritional ....

September Meeting
Forum: Chattanooga Reefers Aquarium Club Posted By: salt newbie01 Post Time: August 22nd, 2006 at 10:29 PM.

Choosing a Filtration System for Your Saltwater Aquarium
With such a wide variety of filtration methods to choose from, filter selection can be mind boggling. Canister, Wet/Dry, Live Rock and Live Sand are just a few of the....