are bio balls good saltwater aquarium

Should I use Bio Balls in my sump? I’d Suggest This Instead

There are many saltwater aquarium owners who use bio balls in their sump, as previously, there wasn't much else available on the market.  Since technology has changed so much over the years there are always newer and better methods being ...
Dosing Nitrates in a Saltwater Aquarium

How To Dose Nitrates In a Saltwater Aquarium

Some saltwater aquarists run into nitrate deficiency issues a few weeks after setting up a reef tank. This may be due to the the skimmer or roller mat being far too efficient at doing the job they were designed to ...
Can I use Tap Water in my Saltwater Aquarium?

Can I Use Tap Water in a Saltwater Aquarium?

As a new hobbyist, you may be wondering if it is okay to use tap water in a saltwater aquarium? After all, we use dechlorinated tap water right out of a faucet to top up fresh water tanks. Can't be ...
Do you need fish in a frag tank

Do You Need Fish In A Frag Tank?

When deciding to run your own frag tank, your main motivation is to grow corals out.But given that you now have another tank, should you take the opportunity and add a few fish that you like.  Aside from the splash ...
frag tank fish

Do I Need To Cycle A Frag Tank?

The main purpose of a frag tank is to house coral frags. When asking, 'Do you need to cycle a frag tank?', what you are really asking is what requirements need to be met to ensure coral frags remain healthy, ...
How many snails should I have in a saltwater tank?

How Many Snails Should I Have in my Saltwater Tank?

I’ve seen many questions being asked about how many snails to keep in a saltwater aquarium.  Snails make your life easier!  They make up part of the clean up crew that feed on algae and detritus in your tank.  These ...