I know we’ve all seen more than our fair share of rebadged controllable DC return pumps but this one from Dai Bao is different in a way that really matters. Virtually all of its features will be commonplace by now;…
Aberrant Cleaner Wrasse From Philippines is Out of this World!
Wrasses are not a group of reef fish that don’t deviate from their template too much, but when they do it can be quite spectacular. Case in point is this aberrant cleaner wrasse, Labroides dimidiatus, fished up in the Philippines by…
This Huge Soft Coral Reef Tank in Taiwan is Incredible!
The National Museum of Marine Biology & Aquarium in Pingtung Taiwan is fulled with lots of great coral reef science, and some incredible saltwater aquariums. One of these has to rank among one of the most impressive soft coral displays…
Taiwan Aquarium Store Touring: Masa Na and He Bei Aquarium
There’s a whole world of reef aquarium culture in far flung places of the world, and we’re committed to bring as much of it to you guys as humanly possible. While touring Taiwan last week I streamed a couple of…
My Favorite Corals: Yellow Tip Acropora echinata
The yellow tip Acropora echinata from ACI Aquaculture is a very interesting SPS coral with a whole lotta potential. This coral was shipped to me for safekeeping right before hurricane Irma and boy has this frag developed into a very noteworthy…
Finally A basic USB Air Pump For Emergencies & DIY Skimmers
The Jiyin Air Stone is a type of DC powered air pump with an actual USB connection. For years I’ve searched for a pump like this for several years now and while I’ve found some that have a built-in battery, and…
These Breeder Mandarin Crocea Clams Are Untouchable
Mandarin Crocea Clams are a particular variety of Tridacna crocea with a psychedelic pattern that is reminiscent of the popular aquarium fish. Many of the giant clam species can have truly wild colors and patterns but the ‘Mandarin’ pattern is one…
Maxspect Fragnifier Is A Unique Approach To Coral Inspection
The Maxspect Fragnifier is a cute name that also describes what this device is designed for: magnifying coral frags. Unlike the circular Portal and other accessories like it, the Fragnifier from Maxspect is actually rectangular in shape and outline and is…
Rio XP Is The Company’s Newest Line of Propeller Pumps
The Rio XP is the newest line of propeller pumps from the company which was one of the first to bring this kind of flow to aquariums. Rio released the Seio propeller pumps shortly after the launch of Tunze’s Turbelle…
Leo3 Smart is the Last Smartphone Housing You’ll Need To Buy
The Leo3 Smart is a universal housing by EasyDive which should be the last dive case you’ll ever need for your smartphone. This sturdy metal enclosure has ample room inside for a wide variety of smartphones and it comes with a…