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  1. Why It Matters: Wild Caught vs. Captive Bred in the Saltwater Hobby

    Wild Caught vs. Aquacultured: What’s the Best Choice for Your Aquarium?

    One of the most important decisions we face as aquarists today is whether to stock our tanks with wild caught or aquacultured livestock. Maybe you never considered how that fish got to your local...
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  2. Reef Tank Pest Eradication vs. Management Explained

    Reef Tank Pest Eradication vs. Management Explained

    At some point in reefkeeping, you’ll come across pests, algae, or fish diseases. When that happens, you have two choices: prevent them entirely or keep them under control once they show up. We...
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  3. Decorative vs Utilitarian Fish: What's the Difference?

    Stocking Your Saltwater Aquarium with Decorative and Utilitarian Fish: What's the Difference?

    When stocking a saltwater aquarium, it’s easy to get swept up by color and personality. But not every fish is just for show. In fact, the healthiest and most self-sustaining reef tanks often...
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  4. Coral Habitat or Fish-Friendly Aquascape - What's Best for Your Saltwater Aquarium?

    Coral Habitat or Fish-Friendly Aquascape - What's Best for Your Saltwater Aquarium?

    Discover the key differences between coral-focused and fish-friendly aquascaping in saltwater aquariums. Learn how to design a reef that meets the needs of your tank's inhabitants.
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  5. Bottled Bacteria vs. Live Rock Seeding: Best Methods for Cycling a Reef Aquarium

    Bottled Bacteria vs. Live Rock Seeding: Best Methods for Cycling a Reef Aquarium

    Cycling a new reef aquarium is a critical step in establishing a healthy and stable environment for marine life. Two prevalent methods for initiating this process are using bottled bacteria and...
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  6. Softies vs LPS vs SPS: What Corals Are Right for Your Reef Tank?

    Softies vs LPS vs SPS: What Corals Are Right for Your Reef Tank?

    Starting a reef tank is exciting, but choosing the right corals for your system can make or break your long-term success. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the three main categories of corals:...
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  7. Should You Use an AC or DC Return Pump For Your Reef Tank?

    Should You Use an AC or DC Return Pump For Your Reef Tank?

    Choosing the right return pump for your reef tank setup can have a major impact on its performance, efficiency, and long-term reliability. While there are many types of pumps used in saltwater...
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  8. Simple or Complex Filtration: What's Right for You?

    Simple or Complex Filtration: What's Right for You?

    Simple vs. Complex Filtration: What’s Right for Your Saltwater Aquarium? One of the most important—and often debated—topics in saltwater aquarium keeping is filtration. How much do you really...
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