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Dendrophyllia ijimai might just need too much food
I have seen these amazing Non Photosynthetic Scleractinian (NPS) on a few occasions, mainly in exporting facilities around Indonesia. Dendrophyllia ijimai is a stunning bright orange, thick branching azooxanthellate coral. But with…
Rat-infested islands change behavior in native damselfish
An article published in Nature Ecology and Evolution has found that tropical islands infested with non-native rats have changed the ecology of the reefs around them. No surprise there then, and yet another story of how invasives can wreck native…
Xodis appointed new exclusive distributor of Neptune Systems for UK
British manufacturer and distributor Xodis have been appointed the exclusive distributor for Neptune Systems in the United Kingdom. Neptune Systems products have been in a state of flux in the UK since Brexit, and since its old ownership parted ways…
Biological filter media is back – here’s how to use it
The reintroduction of biological filter media has been one of the most significant changes in reefkeeping in the last 10 years. For decades, the Berlin Method taught us to ditch “traditional” aquarium filtration methods and instead rely on the microbial…
Kamoer’s KH Carer is fully Hydros integrated
Wholesale and supply shop CoralVue has announced that Kamoer’s KH Carer Alkalinity Controller will be fully integrated into their Hydros Controller platform. We love it when brands work together to provide a richer user experience, and seeing as CoralVue distributes…
Aqua Illumination launches new Blade LED Light Fixture
Aqua Illumination has taken a big leap with the launch of an all-new light fixture called Blade. A change in form factor from the well-known AI fan-cooled models, Blade is a slimline passively cooled LED striplight that can be used…
Our choice of tanks supplied with lids – Reef Builders Gear Guide
Our way of reefing overwhelmingly favors open-topped tanks. They are easier to light, keep cool, and maintain, but due to jumping fish, evaporation, and rising heating bills there will always be a demand for saltwater aquariums with closed hoods. Here…
Acropora derawanensis is a true gem!
It’s been a long time since we talked about this very fine coral and recently, during a dive trip, I got lucky and came across one. It’s one of our all-time favorite Acropora and this particular specimen was a lot…
KHManager is D-D’s KH Carer Collab
D-D The Aquarium Solution has teamed up with Kamoer to produce their own tailored version of the upcoming KH Carer alkalinity-controlling device for Europe. The KHManager is an app-controlled, stand-alone device, which automatically samples and tests your tank water, then…
The Polyp Pros Sumped Tank is slickest-looking frag tank we’ve seen
Acrylic tank manufacturers The Polyp Pros have added a new frag-ready tank to their range, this time with a sump and cabinet. For those who haven’t seen their products before The Polyp Pros offer super sexy acrylic frag tanks with…
Video: How to Set Up the Red Sea Complete Reef Care Program
When Red Sea changed its popular dosing system from seven parts to a controlled ratio…
A whopping 62 species reported as new from the Coral Sea Marine Park
Reef Builders Alumni and master ichthyologist, Yi Kai, has teamed up with a star studded…
Breaking New Ground
Vibrant Corals and Fish Ushers in the First Legal CITES-Compliant Malaysian Coral Imports to the…
Tunze Launches English YouTube Channel
Known for its bulletproof pumps and German engineering, Tunze has also been big on YouTube…
