Marine Tank Articles
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22 articles
Mixed-Coral Tank Layout Planning | Co-existence Examples for SPS, LPS, and Soft Corals
When culturing different types of corals in a single tank, understanding each group's ecological niche—including their position in the food chain, light requirements, and water flow needs—and realizing competition avoidance through placement is key to success...
Choosing Substrate for Coral Tanks: Comparing Bare Bottom, Powder Sand, and Live Sand with Maintenance
The choice of substrate for a saltwater coral tank is directly connected not just to appearance but also to water quality management and the ecology of marine life. Here we organize the characteristics of bare bottom, powder sand, and live sand, and the management approach suited to each.
Saltwater Aquarium Quarantine (QT) Systems | Pathogen Management and Setup Methods for New Introductions
Explaining the importance of quarantine (isolation) processes when introducing new corals and organisms, along with practical setup methods. An implementation guide to realize preventative husbandry, from QT tank sizing and feeding to pathogen checking procedures and timing for introduction to the main tank.
Protein Skimmer and Reactor Coordination | Equipment Role Division and Placement Tips
In a coral aquarium, effective operation of multiple equipment requires proper role division and placement of protein skimmers, calcium reactors, and dosing systems. This guide covers the operating principles of each device, considerations for coordination, and system-wide balance.
Calcium Reactors for Reef Tanks | Maintaining KH and Calcium Automatically with CO2
An overview of the automatic maintenance system for KH and calcium using a calcium reactor—distinct from manual dosing or dosing pumps—along with key considerations for setup.
Saltwater Tank Evaporation Management and ATO (Auto Top-Off System) | Tips for Maintaining Stable Salinity
An overview of how water evaporation affects salinity concentration, manual evaporation countermeasures, and key points to keep in mind when implementing an ATO (Auto Top-Off system).
Live Rock Curing and Aquascaping: Foundations and Layout Basics
This article explains the curing procedures for live rock after receiving it—a key component of biological filtration—and the fundamentals of aquascaping with consideration for future coral placement.
Marine Aquarium Water Changes: Methods, Frequency, and Water Quality Maintenance Tips
A comprehensive guide covering why water changes are essential for marine aquariums, recommended frequency, specific procedures, and important precautions.
Protein Skimmers: Their Role, Selection, and Adjustment | Equipment That Supports Water Quality in Coral Aquariums
Protein skimmers remove dissolved organic matter from coral aquariums through foam fractionation. This guide explains how they work, how to choose the right one, and tips for adjusting the foam after installation.
Coral Tank Additive Management | How to Maintain the Three Essential Elements: Calcium, KH, and Magnesium
How to stabilize the three essential elements (calcium, KH, and magnesium) that corals use for skeletal formation through daily additive management. An explanation of how to choose an approach, understand consumption rates, and think through troubleshooting.