Saltwater Fish
So, it seems there’s been a recent spike in people wanting Sand Sifting Gobies from these genera;
- Koumansetta
- Signigobius
- Valenciennea (This is the biggest Genus I’ve seen people getting specimens from)
- Amblygobius
I figured it was time to start an article on these guys as their care is...
Fish Health Through Proper Nutrition (revised)
By @Weeb
[This article was originally posted on February 24, 2006 with the title, Fish Health Through Proper Nutrition; Updated on December 20, 2022]
Author’s NOTE: This is an evolving hobby and, in that spirit, I am bringing this article a current...
Basic Captive Propagation of Marine Fishes
C. 2003 - 2022 Jay Hemdal
Few people would argue that breeding and raising marine fishes is a much more difficult undertaking than raising freshwater species. The primary reason is that most marine fish have tiny larvae with an extended...
All of us had that one fish that when we first saw, we immediately fell in love with and were fascinated about. Perhaps that “love at first sight” lead us to learn more about it and even go further to owning one with taking all the challenges of keeping it.
To me that fish would be the slender...
Hello fellow reefers, I hope you enjoy this article about the Halichoeres wrasses we know and love. Before we start, I would like to thank @SaltyT and @Crabby48 for allowing me to use some of their photos. So, lets get into it.
The genus Halichoeres is differentiated from other genera of...
Wrasses are a very well known family of fish brought into this hobby, however one species that isn't known about as well but we often recommend for small tanks is the stunning Pseudocheilinops ataenia. These are a small species of wrasse, often maxing out around 2 inches, now one of their...
Wrasses are a very beloved family (Labridae) in this hobby, the biggest reason is obvious, they're bright, colourful, and for the most part 'reef-safe'. Cirrhilabrus are often the first genus you look at and think of when Wrasses are mentioned. I can understand why, they resemble everything...
Genus Paracheilinus: The Flasher Wrasses
@SaltyT
As many of you know, the subject of wrasses is near and dear to my heart. I’ve noticed an uptick in questions regarding flasher wrasses lately so let’s talk about them!
First, let’s discuss the biology and behavior of these wrasses. Flasher...
Sand Sifting Gobies: True vs False… what’s the difference?
by @i cant think
One thing I find interesting is how people label many gobies under the term “Sand sifting” now I absolutely adore gobies. For those of you who have seen my build threads you’ll know I have now got 7 gobies. Two of...
As many of you may know, I love my gobies but Discordipinna griessingeri has got to be my favourite. And I'm sure if you have ever kept or read about this species you will enjoy it.
Now, let's cover the first question that may spark up... What is this? So far all I've mentioned is...
Filefish in Marine Aquariums
Jay Hemdal C. 2022
Filefish, (often called leatherjackets in Australia) have enjoyed a moderate level of popularity for many years as marine aquarium fish. As a group however, there is some variation as to their relative appropriateness for particular aquariums...
Gobiidae… a commonly seen family yet one of the most intricate
@i cant think
How many of you have walked into an LFS and seen gobies of every genus and size?
I bet all of you have. I have walked into my LFS and seen gobies from 5 inch long all the way to 0.25 inch long. Gobiidae has got to be...
Best known for being featured in the movies “Finding Nemo” and “Finding Dory,” the clownfish has become a popular aquarium pet. Nemo and his dad, Marlin, are ocellaris clownfish, also called false clownfish or clown anemonefish. Anemonefish are so-named for the sea anemones in which they make...
Estimating the Need for Swimming Space for Aquarium Fishes
Jay Hemdal
For those not wishing to read the entire article, here is the basic formula for calculating the swimming space needs for active swimming species (tangs, wrasses, fusiliers, etc.)
Look up the maximum adult size of the...
Sharing some thoughts on Zebrasoma tangs. I did leave the black tang out because I personally do not have experience with them so happy to hear from those who have them to share your experiences!
Are Zebrasoma Tangs right for Your Tank?
2020-09-20 stevenliu9
Hello Everyone, Steven here. Thank...
The Harlequin Tuskfish – All Dressed Up, but Anywhere to Go?
Jay Hemdal
Arguably one of the most colorful Pacific reef fish, the harlequin tuskfish is often the premier subject for underwater photographers, and is commonly used as a subject by artists who portray the coral reef environment...
Flashlight Fish in Captivity
Jay Hemdal
C. 2020
Introduction
Flashlight fish, with their eerie green glowing photophores (light emitting organs), are arguably one of the most unique fish available to marine aquarists. One of only two families of fish kept in aquariums that are bioluminescent...
Often referred to as “The Holy Grail” of marine angelfish by hobbyists and enthusiasts, the Peppermint Angelfish (Paracentropyge boylei), has been found in the deep waters of the Cook Islands. For those new to the quest for this elusive Pomacanthid, you need to understand its significance in the...
Note from the Editor:
The article below was written by @4FordFamily, a Reef2Reef staff member, however the article was also created with the help and input from @eatbreakfast @evolved @HotRocks, all prominent members of the Reef2Reef community and marine fish experts.
The wrasse photos...
A sick tang.
Photo is from the Reef2Reef archives courtesy of @Gridlock, ©2019 All Rights Reserved.
Fish Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment by Edward J. Noga, M.S., D.V.M.
Hardcover: 536 pages
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (July 7, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0813806976
ISBN-13...
