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Maintenance

Techniques, tips, and complete guides for proper maintenance of your saltwater reef aquarium.
  1. Handling Vermetid Snails - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 4

    Handling Vermetid Snails - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 4

    Vermetid snails are one of the most frustrating pests for reef tank owners. These small, tube-shaped snails can spread quickly, irritating corals and disrupting the natural beauty of your aquarium....
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  2. Automated or Old School - What’s BEST for Your Reef Tank?

    Automated or Old School - What’s BEST for Your Reef Tank?

    BRStv hosts, Jason, Josh and Brian discuss aquarium automation and share their personal experiences using technology in their aquariums. While automation can save you time and help you maintain a...
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  3. Managing Bubble Algae - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 3

    Managing Bubble Algae - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 3

    Bubble algae, commonly from the genera Valonia and Ventricaria, are green algae characterized by their smooth, bubble-like structures. While their appearance might seem intriguing, they can become a...
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  4. 6 Tips To Transform Your Tank In A Hurry

    30 Minute Makeover - 6 Tips To Transform Your Tank In A Hurry

    The holidays are a time for gathering with friends and family, and if you’re an aquarium enthusiast, your tank is likely to be a showpiece in your home. Whether your guests are seasoned...
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  5. Common ATO Mistakes and How To Avoid Them!

    Common ATO Mistakes and How To Avoid Them!

    1. Improper Sensor Placement When using an ATO inside a sump, the sensor should only be placed in the pump chamber. This is because that is the only place where the water level will change with...
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  6. How To Handle Bryopsis - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 2

    How To Handle Bryopsis Algae - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 2

    Bryopsis algae: two words that can strike fear into the heart of any marine aquarium owner. This invasive, fern-like algae can quickly overrun your tank if left unchecked, but don’t...
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  7. Are Water Changes All a Reef Tank Needs?

    Can Water Changes Alone Keep My Reef Tank Parameters Stable?

    Can I maintain a stable reef aquarium without water changes? While it is "possible" to maintain a reef aquarium without water changes, it's not recommended as a viable, long-term approach. ...
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  8. Help! I Wrecked My Tank - How To Get Rid Of Aiptasia

    How To Get Rid Of Aiptasia - Help! I Wrecked My Tank Ep. 1

    . Aiptasia are small, invasive anemones that can appear in reef tanks. They are often called glass or rock anemones. They reproduce rapidly and sting corals, causing stress and potential death...
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