Water Quality Articles
A list of coral keeping articles about "Water Quality".
17 articles
Soft Coral Soft Rot Disease and Tissue Collapse | Slime Secretion Abnormalities, Infection Treatment and Prevention
Soft Rot Disease in soft corals is a fatal disease in which the flexible skeletal portions rapidly decompose due to bacterial infection. The disease's onset involves multiple environmental factors, with rapid water temperature fluctuations (±3°C or greater), nutrient excess, water quality deterioration, and physical stress to the specimen serving as primary triggering factors.
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.
Acropora (ミドリイシ) Care Fundamentals: The Three Pillars of Light, Flow, and Water Quality
Master the essentials of Acropora care through the three pillars of light, water flow, and water quality. This guide covers the baseline parameters to succeed with SPS for the first time and tips for observing your corals to prevent bleaching.
Coral Acclimation and Introduction Procedure: First Steps to Welcoming a New Specimen
Essential steps and key points for acclimating corals when introducing them to your tank. Explains how to equalize temperature and water quality, and what to observe after introduction.
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).
Saltwater Aquarium Algae & Algae Management | How to Identify Brown Algae, Cyanobacteria, and Dinoflagellates
Explains how to identify and basic countermeasures for algae and organisms prone to occur in saltwater aquariums, such as brown algae, cyanobacteria, and dinoflagellates.
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.
Preventing White Spot Disease in Saltwater Fish | Daily Observation Habits and When to Consult Experts
Rather than prescriptive treatments for white spot disease common in saltwater fish, this guide explores prevention through daily observation and water quality management, and clarifies when to seek expert consultation.
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.
Aeration and Gas Exchange in Reef Tanks — Understanding Nighttime pH Decline and Dissolved Oxygen
This article covers how and why pH drops in reef tanks at night, the impact on dissolved oxygen levels, and practical approaches to improve gas exchange.