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The Ultimate Guide to Quarantining Saltwater Fish

Introduction Quarantining saltwater fish is one of the most critical steps in maintaining a healthy, disease-free reef tank. Yet, many aquarists overlook or rush through this process, leading to catastrophic losses. This book provides an [...]
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A Guide to Better Reef Tank Maintenance

Maintaining a reef tank requires dedication, consistency, and an understanding of the delicate balance that keeps marine life thriving. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced reef keeper, following a structured maintenance routine is essential [...]
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How to Stop Saltwater Fish Aggression: Tips for a Peaceful Reef Tank

A peaceful saltwater aquarium can be a joy to watch, but sometimes fish aggression can disrupt the harmony of the tank. Whether it’s a new fish getting bullied, territorial disputes, or food-related aggression, understanding how [...]
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How to Add Saltwater Fish to Your Reef Tank

Adding new fish to your reef tank is exciting! But you need to do it the right way to keep your fish happy and healthy. Follow these steps to safely add saltwater fish to your [...]
Aquarium Maintenance

A Simple Guide to Reef Tank Heaters and Temperature

Heaters are really important for keeping the water in your reef tank at the right temperature. Fish, corals, and other sea creatures need the water to stay warm and steady, just like in their natural [...]

Selecting Fish for Your Reef Tank

Whether you are new to the hobby or have salty thumbs saltwater aquarium fish are the first love and the biggest reason why most people get into the hobby. I’ve been keeping aquariums since I […]

Top 10 Nano Reef Tank Fish

What’s going on SaltNation! Jeff here, with another salty article for your wet thumbs. Today, I want to take a look at the best saltwater fish for a nano reef tank. A few weeks ago […]

Types of Saltwater Aquariums This is a general introduction into the three types of saltwater aquariums. There are three defined types of saltwater aquariums, that you my choose from. Each of them have their benefits and drawbacks, […]

The Truth About Saltwater Aquarium Cost

I recently read an article from Bloomberg.com titled “The Real Cost of a Saltwater Aquarium: Recreating the Ocean” and after reading it I came to the conclusion that Bloomberg.com has no business writing about saltwater […]

20 ways to Improve Your Aquarium Husbandry

What is Aquarium Husbandry? The first time I heard the term aquarium husbandry I was at a bit of a loss, even with my back ground in environmental science. I never conceded using that term […]