Three New Species of Rarely Seen Adelogorgia Gorgonians

Most of the new coral species that are described these days are discovered living in deep water habitats, usually where only ROVs can go. The genus Adelogorgia from the Eastern Pacific Ocean is one of those groups of Octocorals which…

The ‘First’ Hybrid Angelfish, Holacanthus townsendi

Marine aquarists love their saltwater angelfish and we at Reef Builders especially love the hybrid angelfish specimens. The way they express the genes of their respective parent species can be highly varied, leading to unique and original color patterns that are…

An Insurance Policy For The Mesoamerican Reef – Reef Resilience Webinar

Coral reefs are not only a source of wonderment for scuba divers, they also provide important ecological services. In one of the most promising developments for reef restoration, economists, insurers, and conservationists are now collaborating to leverage the ecological and protective services…

Blue Clownfish Continue To Appear in Aquarium Clownfish Strains

The holy grail of clownfish breeding used to be an all white morph but since this has been achieved in three species already, breeders have had to set their sights higher, and for an even more exotic color. A true…

Innovative Marine – NUVO EXT 40 Aquarium Giveaway
NUVO EXT Giveaway We've teamed up with Innovative Marine to give away a NUVO EXT Mini 40 gallon aquarium, along with this shiny new APS black stand. To enter all you have to do is go to the Reef Builders…
Oceanic Manta Ray Fins Now Shipping in All Colors and Sizes!

Oceanic Manta Ray fins are now shipping. These open heel fins are inspired by the manta ray, in their shape and mechanics. Manta rays glide through the water with minimal effort and can turn gracefully with a precise flick of the fin. Manta…

Ocean Wonders MAG Rock 6.0 Ceramic Frag Rack

With the growth of coral frags as an integral part of the reef aquarium hobby, so too have frag racks become a necessity for regular new coral acquisitions. Magnetic frag racks have become particularly popular, allowing reefers to make use…

Simplicity Aquatics adds 3 chamber dosing container

Simplicity Aquatics three chamber dosing container is the newest addition to the company’s small line of products. Like its other products, the dosing chamber looks clean and well build. For those dosing and using jugs, these types of containers are…

Cobalt Aquatics adds six new filter media perfect for saltwater aquariums

Digging a little deeper into the new Cobalt Aquatics Total Reef filter media we covered yesterday, we noticed it was one of nine types of new filter media they unveiled recently. Of the nine, six that are designed for use…

Living Sea Sculpture Cozumel Mexico

Living Sea Sculpture Just below the waves in Cozumel Mexico, a Living Sea Sculpture sits on the sea floor, a refuge for vulnerable coral fragments. The sculpture is located in the Underwater Museum of the Golden Divers amongst famous busts,…