The new model of the Inland DFS-100 ReefKeeping Saw is out, and with a few new tweaks it is now an even more efficient coral propagation machine for the home coral farmer. Sent to us for review, this saw is…
Thrive Water Lab full spec rundown reveals lots of high technology
The Thrive Water Lab made a huge splash when it was announced a couple of months ago. We have fielded more questions and had more discussions about the Thrive Water Lab than just about other device since it was revealed. The aquarium…
Incredible xanthic triggerfish makes its way to Elos Aquastudio New York
Xanthic Undulated Triggerfish have been firmly lodged in our minds ever since FAMA featured one on their front cover in the nineties. Anyone remember the title story “Melekeok’s Golden Triggerfish”? Although that initial xanthic Balistapus undulatus was from Palau, every few…
SeeClear MagSleeves bring new life to algae magnets
Sometimes the best ideas are also the simplest ones, as evidenced by the new MagSleeve from SeeClear. Matt Conrad and the acrylic scratch repair experts at SeeClear specialize in making old acrylic tanks clear again, and they wanted a way for their…
Branching Leptoseris gardineri shows up in Sea Dwelling’s Furnace
Branching Leptoseris gardineri is a very unusual species of this now-popular genus which we have drooled over in books and photographs for over a decade. In pictures it seems so delicate and brittle that we long relegated this species to being…
Envvy is Eshopps’ trademark for cell phone and tablet cases
Envvy is a new trademark by Eshopps which appears to be gunning for our portable electronics. Recent filings reveal the Eshopps Envvy mark registration to cover “Bags and cases specially adapted for holding or carrying portable telephones and telephone equipment and…
The Raindrop repeat cycle timer has lots of practical aquarium applications
The Raindrop repeat cycle timer is an easy device to overlook but its unique feature set makes it useful for lots of things. Looking more or less like a typical 24hr light timer, the Raindrop is different in that its…
Urbain Appeltan’s reef is an impeccable aquarium filled with fish and coral
This masterpiece coral aquarium is a reef system belonging to Urbain Appletan, a Belgian reefer who has made somewhat of a name for himself. This same aquarium with a different lighting configuration had already been voted the best reef tank…
Seachem HydroTote is a collapsable jug for fresh and saltwater transport
The Seachem HydroTote is another practical product which should appeal to lots of casual reefers and especially the retailers that sell pre-mixed saltwater. The HydroTote is a collapsable water jug, the likes of which you might take camping which basically…
Captive bred clarion angelfish becomes a reality at Bali Aquarich
Bali Aquarich has been a trailblazer of captive bred angelfish, first with the Annularis angels and now with captive bred Clarion angelfish. While small annularis angelfish are cheap enough that you may see them and their captive bred counterparts in…