Archive for 'Saltwater Fish' Category
Aquarium Fish International Subscription
Have you thought about subscribing to Aquarium Fish International? Let me just say that this is one of my favorite magazines, and something I look forward to receiving in the mail every month. In fact, the articles in Aquarium Fish International are actually what inspired me to write about saltwater aquarium fish, coral and the [...]
Equipment List for Phytoplankton Culture
Here is a list of the equipment you will need to culture a phytoplankton species such as Nannochloropsis occulata at homeEquipment List 48″ Shop light 2 x 48″, 40 Watt fluorescent bulbs On/off Timer Air pump ~10 ft. Flexible airline tubing ~ 3 ft. Rigid airline tubing Multi-outlet airline splitter/valve 3-4 x 1 Gallon water [...]
Five Starter Fish Every Saltwater Hobbyist Should Avoid
Starting up a saltwater reef tank can be an intimidating venture. You may experience some sticker shock from the prices of the fish, and perhaps awe at the seemingly endless array of choices in front of you. There are many opinions about what makes an ideal starter marine fish, but this article is intended mostly to [...]
Five Saltwater Starter Fish for Beginners
What makes a fish species good starter fish for newcomers to the saltwater aquarium hobby? It has to be hardy (tolerant of a range of tank conditions), have vibrant colors, be relatively non-aggressive and inexpensive. Two of the species listed here are actually aquacultured, which means they are born and raised in captivity–specifically ask for aquacultured fish [...]
Best Book for Anyone Who Wants to Breed Saltwater Fish
Interested in Breeding Saltwater Fish? Then get this book first, it’s the best book for anyone interested in breeding saltwater fish. This is by far my favorite book on my bookshelf. I have read through it, cover to cover at least 5 times, and I have referred to it probably fifty times. In The [...]
