Reef Dreams is Now Available Online! A Book for Every Marine Aquarium Enthusiast
Reef Dreams: The Incredible Passion Behind Marine Aquariums is now online! This work is the culmination of more than 20 years of dedication, curiosity and love for marine ecosystem studies and the reef aquarium world. In this book, I intended to convey not only my own personal experience but the lessons I’ve gained from my…
The Benefits of Incorporating a Refugium
As I was going through some old photo backups, I stumbled upon picture of the refugium I used in my marine aquarium back in 2010 (sorry for the pic quality). Seeing this photo brought back a flood of memories and sparked my interest in sharing my experience. In this article, I want to share my…
To read in one breath: A Reefbum’s Guide to Keeping an SPS Reef Tank: A Blueprint for Succes
One of the most interesting books I’ve read in these summer holidays is this: “A Reefbum’s Guide to Keeping an SPS Reef Tank: A Blueprint for Success” written by: Keith Berkelhamer. It is one of the most outstanding books, providing a huge amount of information and practical tips to reef lovers who dare to enter…
Iron in Marine Aquariums: Benefits, Dosage, Monitoring, and Risks
Iron is an essential nutrient for marine organisms. SPS corals utilize iron in the process of photosynthesis. Borneman, Eric H. “Aquarium Corals; Selection, Husbandry, and Natural History” (TFH Publications, 2001). Iron plays a crucial role in chlorophyll production. Chlorophyll, a pigment found in the zooxanthellae, is responsible for capturing light energy during photosynthesis. It has…
My Experience with Coral Growth in My Reef Aquarium
As a serious hobbyist for many years in the field of reef aquarism, the question of coral growth is perhaps one of the most captivating aspects of this hobby. Seeing the slow, but continuous, increase of such lovely organisms is rewarding and satisfying, demanding time and diligence. Stable water quality is one of the most…
How and When to Dose Phytoplankton in a Reef Aquarium: Guidelines for Providing Nutrition to Corals
One of the best diets for corals is phytoplankton. Phytoplankton is small microscopic algae rich in nutrients and plays a vital role in promoting and maintaining the health of corals. It is an important food for a number of marine organisms, such as corals. Phytoplankton has a variety of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other…
Live and Dead Rocks in a Marine Reef Tank
Reef tanks are superb for bringing the wonders of the sea into your living room. They’re an alive ecosystem that allows you to view marine life in an authentic and immersive fashion. Still, setting up a reef tank can still be a challenge for those new to the hobby. One of the most important decisions…
Understanding the Deep Sand Beds (DSBs)
Deep Sand Beds (DSBs) my first love :-). In the coming months I’ll set up another tank with this system and I’ve taken some of my notes and thought I’d digitize them with this post. In order to maximize the benefits of a DSB, it is important in my opinion to understand the maturation time…
Clownfish and their symbiotic relationships in a Barrier Reef Marine Aquarium
Clownfish, also known as anemonefish, are a captivating species of fish that have gained worldwide recognition thanks to their unique partnership with sea anemones. These small, brightly-colored fish are native to coral reefs in the Pacific and Indian oceans, where they coexist with specific species of anemones. The symbiosis between clownfish and their anemone partners…
Mastering the Flow:The Importance of Proper Flow in a Marine Reef Tank
One of the most important aspects of this wonderful activity is the water movement in the aquarium. Water displacement movement can replicate natural conditions and supply oxygen and nutrients to marine organisms that live in the ocean. For this purpose, most aquarium keepers employ pumps to move and lift water. Pumps for movement, also known…
