Articles related to "Tropical Reefs"

Herbivorous fishes, like the queen parrotfish, need protection from overfishing in order that they can keep algae growth on degraded tropical reefs under control.

These beautiful reef animals are easy enough for the beginning reef aquarist yet beautiful and interesting enough for the expert reef keeper and serious collector.

Algae-grazing parrotfishes are not protected and are often available in the tropical aquarium trade. Conservation-minded aquarists should, however, boycott their sale.

A beautiful, healthy saltwater aquarium is all about balance, and Fiji Gold is the only all-natural supplement with immediate observable results.

While this fish is readily available to aquarists, its high captive mortality combined with its ecological function, make it a poor choice for the home aquarium.

A toxin found in fish in near-shore tropical waters can cause some horrible illness in humans.

Hardy, colorful and commonly available, flasher wrasses are some of the best reef aquarium fishes for everyone from beginners to experienced reef aquarists.

It is important to raise the calcium level in a new marine aquarium to a level that will support calcium-dependent organisms. Here is how to achieve optimal results.

Tropical herbivorous fish play a critical role in both the natural ecosystem and in the aquarium. Learn which ones should be in your aquarium.

If you want to purchase a Peppermint Shrimp to take care of aiptasia in your tropical reef tank, make sure you are actually getting L. wurdemanni.

Turbo, Margarita, Nassarius, and Bumble Bee Snails are readily available and commonly recommended as part of a saltwater tank's clean-up crew, but the buyer should beware

Wrasses are some of the most interesting, colorful and suitable tropical marine aquarium species available for either a reef tank or fish-only system.

These gorgeous tropical fishes too often die of starvation in captivity. Provide them with a large, mature tank, however, and they will be the centerpiece of your tank.

These two commonly available filefishes make great first filefishes for the tropical marine aquarist looking for a peaceful fish for a fish-only saltwater aquarium.

There are not many angelfish appropriate for the reef tank, but, of the ones that are, the Bellus Angelfish is one of the best.

Federal policies are not working to protect deep-sea essential fish habitat. Cold water corals need more attention drawn to them, just like tropical corals.

William Trubridge travelled halfway across the world from New Zealand to The Bahamas to become the world record holder in free diving. He's the world record holder for C

Algae are a reality in the marine aquarium, but unsightly nuisance algae can drive you nuts. Here are four fishes to fight nuisance marine algae in the saltwater aquarium

Miami Beach is ripe and ready for the spring break season. Pre-hurricane season, sun-drenced beaches, and temperatures in the 80's make it the place to be in 2009.

Marine ecosystems with a range of species and healthy populations prove most resilient and adaptable to environmental change. Here's why.

Corals and zooxanthellae algae depend on each other for survival in a symbiotic relationship called mutualism.

An overview of Costa Rica's best dive sites brings divers large pelagic species to the West and an abundance of coral to the East making for an excellent diving vacation.

Four percent of the world's coral bound for the marine aquarium industry come from the Solomon Islands. Learn about these islands and the challenges they face.

This industry leading marine aquarium retailer has elected to self-regulate certain saltwater species in the name of education and conservation.

Hardy, colorful and small, basslets make fantastic beginner fishes for the novice saltwater aquarist.

While not a beginner fish, Batfishes can easily be the centerpiece of a large saltwater aquarium. Here are two species to try.

The blue eye tang is a beautiful, reef-compatible marine fish that, with a little information, is not difficult to keep and will provide years of biological algae control

Made famous by the Prince of Wales in the early 19th century when he built the magnificent Pavilion and partied as only he knew how, Brighton still has a raffish air.

Captive-bred saltwater aquarium fishes are important to the hobby, but so are sustainably collected wild fishes.

Chalice corals are very popular with reef aquarists. This article looks at some of the most popular chalice corals and provides the necessary husbandry information.

Fire Corals are a common problem when diving on coral reefs. They look like normal type corals, but can deliver a substantial sting when brushed with bare skin.

While it is tempting to generalize about groups of fishes, such generalizations can often lead to problems. Such is the case with a few species of Dwarf Angelfishes.

While anthias have a reputation as being "expert-only" fishes, a few species are appropriate for the intermediate aquarist.

Calcium is one of the most important parameters to monitor in a tropical reef aquarium. The easy-to-use and very accurate Salifert test kit is the industry standard.

Considered difficult-to-keep, anthias are some of the most beautiful fishes available to the marine aquarist. Understanding their needs makes it possible to have success.

While not for everyone, the Warty Frogfish is a fascinating marine fish appropriate for the home aquarium if the aquarist is prepared to meet the fish's dietary needs.

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While these two incredible species are best left to the experts, given the right environment, they can thrive in the marine aquarium.

Why stay in a crowded, noisy resort when you can relax in one of Jamaica's beautiful, and truly all-inclusive, beachfront villas?

An interconnected saltwater aquarium set-up comprised of several biotope-specific tanks is a great project and a good way to learn about natural marine ecosystems.

The Hawaiian monk seal may not enter the minds of those vacationing in Hawaii. But for those wishing to conserve this endangered species, the time to act is now.