Green is the way to go and researchers at the University of South Florida recently discovered a green sea slug that has evolved over time to produce its own chlorophyll making it the first animal to actually produce the substance…
Hydor announces new Koralia Evo Nano in two models
Hydor is set to release two new Koralia Nano versions of its redesigned Evolution series shortly giving nano reefers reason to rejoice. A small footprint at only 2 1/2 inches each and available in a 240 GPH and 425 GPH…
First Glimpse: New Hydor Evo Koralia pumps unboxed
Thanks to the good folks at Hydor USA, we here at Reef Builders were able to secure some of the new Koralia Evo circulation pumps to put to the test and so far, our impression is really favorable. We will…
Euro-Reef products and support shifted to Reef Dynamics
Recent rumors about Euro-Reef changing hands to a new company called Reef Dynamics are proving to be true. A quick call over to Euro-Reef takes you to a voicemail message stating as of January 1, 2010 Euro-Reef will no longer…
AquaMaxx 14,000K MHs compare very closely to Radium 20,000K
In a side-by-side comparison the latest AquaMaxx 400W 14,000K metal halide bulbs are shown to be very similar to Radium 400W 20,000K bulb in spectral output providing a more economical option for your reef. Lighting guru Sanjay Joshi put the…
ORA joins efforts to rescue sea turtles affected by recent cold weather
ORA Farms is joining the battle to help rescue and rehabilitate thousands of sea turtles suffering thermal shock from cold coastal waters due to the recent cold weather that has been impacting the southern United States and Florida in particular.…
Coral reefs proved to be evolutionary “hotspot”
A new study has found coral reefs account for more new species than any other tropical marine habitats. Through analysis of fossil records going back 540 million years ago, researchers have analyzed the rate of evolution and discovered new species…
Drive-by view of cell size and scale
The University of Utah Genetics Science Learning Center has a fun, animated view that puts various cell sizes in perspective. The online resource, aptly named “Cell Size and Scale,” allows you to go from coffee bean to carbon atom and…
Royal Nature uses evaporated seawater for new aquarium salt
Royal Nature, a new aquarium salt developed and manufactured in Israel, is coming on the scene using evaporated seawater instead of the typical industry norm of base materials from mines. In development the past few years, the Royal Nature salt…
JBJ LED 28G Nano Cube unboxed
Thanks to the folks at JBJ-USA, we were able to get our hands on the latest addition to the JBJ Nano Cube line–the new JBJ 28g Nano Cube LED for a full-on review. While this tank won’t be up and…