Green hair algae can be a real nuisance but it is easily preventable and if you are unfortunate enough to have it take over your tank it is fairly simple to cure. Once it starts to grow in your tank it can get take over in a very short span of time. It can cover ever surface in your aquarium in a matter of weeks if not treated which is exactly what I discovered for the first … [Read more...] about Green Hair Algae Removal
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Aiptasia (Glass Anemone) Removal
I discovered this weekend that I had the beginnings of an Aiptasia infestation in my 29 gallon biocube. After spending a little time on Google I selected a very quick and effective method for eradicating this pest from my aquarium. This method is informally known as "Death by Fire!" Aiptasia is a species of anemone that is known for stinging other more desirable corals. … [Read more...] about Aiptasia (Glass Anemone) Removal
My LFS – Southwest Reef Company
As an aquarist I feel a responsibility to support my Local Fish Store (LFS). Albuquerque, NM only has one LFS that has a primary focus on saltwater aquariums. There were more options in Albuquerque at one time but it is tough for LFS's to compete against large chain stores such as PetCo or PetSmart. There are also a large number of resources available online that sale most … [Read more...] about My LFS – Southwest Reef Company
Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 9
Well it is week 9 of my Oceanic BioCube 29g saltwater reef aquarium. I decided to add Frogspawn coral to the tank this week. You can see them in the video below. It has added interesting movement to the tank and I think it frames out the tank nicely. In other news the pavona coral appears to be declining somewhat. I discovered that my salinity levels were a little on the … [Read more...] about Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 9
Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 8
I've decided to start posting a new video weekly of my saltwater aquarium so that you can see how the tank progresses (or digresses should tragedy strike). This video was taken on week 8 since I first put the sand in the tank. I wish I had started this from week 1, but oh well. I'll do that with the next aquarium. Hope you enjoy it, and please let me know if you have any … [Read more...] about Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 8
