Brett’s Reef

    The most daunting task for a beginner saltwater aquarium owner is choosing the right live rock to use in their aquarium.  There are many different choices between the origin of the live rock, the size, porosity and price.  Many beginning reef keepers are confused by the concept of using live reef rock as filtration […]

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  I have been using Cyclop-Eeze for several years now and I can say that it is a pretty good fish food to supplement your saltwater fish’s diet.  Cyclop-Eeze is made from tiny crustaceans that are high in antioxidants and highly unsaturated fatty acids (HUFA’s). 
  Cyclop-Eeze comes freeze dried in a can (like a powder) a […]

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    When receiving corals online or through a reputable dealer or from a fellow reefkeeper, It is important to obtain the healthiest specimens.  There are many reasons for picking healthy specimens but one extremely important reason is that you don’t want to expose your saltwater reef aquarium to unwanted parasites or disease. 
   One way of making sure you are […]

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    Pictured above is a green Sinularia coral, one of nine colonies my main tank has.  These corals are a very hardy soft coral that is similar in shape to colt (Cladiella) and tree (Nepthea) corals.  Many beginner reefers often mistake the three, however you can tell the difference by looking at the stalk.  The Sinularia […]

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  A sump can do a lot for your saltwater aquarium.  It provides a place to hide all of your equipment,  and it increases your tank’s water capacity.  Two very important things when you want to have a nice display reef aquarium  but when designed correctly it can also be a place to trap detritus, filter […]

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