Saltwater Fish

‘Reef safe’ is a term used in the aquarium industry to indicate if a particular species of saltwater fish or invertebrate is okay to add to a marine tank with live rock or corals. Perhaps you’re new to the aquarist trade and want to start small. You may be asking yourself, ‘which fish are reef […]

Hawkfish or cirrhitidae are a family of marine fish typically found among tropical coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific Ocean. Their colorful appearance, vibrant personality, and active nature make them a favorite among many saltwater aquarium hobbyists. But are they considered invert safe? In other words, will they eat cleaner shrimp in a captive aquatic environment?

Clownfish have long been a favorite among saltwater aquarium hobbyists. With their vibrant patterns, unique personality, and active nature they make the perfect choice for almost any marine tank. If you have a single clown and are thinking of keeping more, you may be wondering how many you can house in the same aquarium? Can

Flame hawkfish are a type of marine fish found naturally in the tropical reefs of the Pacific Ocean. Their unique appearance, vibrant personality and bright red coloring make them a consummate favorite in the aquarium trade. A hardy fish that can adapt to a variety of water conditions, these bottom-dwellers make a great addition to

Tangs (or surgeonfish as they’re sometimes called) are bright, beautiful fish that make a welcome addition to any extra-large, well-established saltwater aquarium. These fish (surgeonfish, tangs) come in a variety of colors and are a joy to observe in captivity. If you have a marine tank and are thinking of introducing yellow tangs (in particular),

Trying to catch a damselfish in a tank is no easy feat. These fish are very fast and can dart in and out of artificial plants, rocks, and other decorations to avoid capture. So, if you need to remove a damsel from your aquarium, what should you do? The best way to remove a damselfish

Damsels are a great addition to any saltwater aquarium. Their active nature and brilliant coloring make them a pleasure to observe. They’re also hardy, easy to feed, and can tolerate less-than-ideal water conditions. If you’re interested in keeping damselfish, you may be wondering which species make the best tankmates? Well, I have the answer for

Damselfish are a type of saltwater fish that are relatively small with vibrant coloring. Bright shades of blue, red, and yellow add interest and ‘life’ to any marine aquarium. But don’t let their small size fool you! This little fish can hold its own in a community tank which begs the question, ‘why are damselfish