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The Bird Wrasse, (Gomphosus varius) is a member of the family Labridae, known commonly as the wrasses. A beautiful fish reaching a length of almost twelve inches, the Bird Wrasse, like all wrasses is a protogynous hermaphrodite. This means that all bird wrasses are born female, and then...

Green Toadstool Leather Corals are among the most popular corals in all of the marine aquarium hobby. We still believe them to be under-rated. Sarcophyton in general were one of the first corals to be kept successfully in aquariums because their preferred wild habitat is one that is fairly...

The Island Boxfish just landed at Quality Marine for the first time! When considering keeping this boxfish in an aquarium, it is important to provide them with a suitable environment that includes plenty of hiding places, live rock, and open swimming space. Providing a varied diet is essential...

The Curly-Que Pistol Shrimp is one of the coolest creatures in the ocean! This tiny shrimp has a unique weapon that allows it to stun prey and defend itself: a specialized claw that snaps shut with a loud popping sound. The snap is so powerful that it creates a shockwave and a cavitation...

The Wild Brazilian Reidi Seahorses are available in an array of different colors that can change based on their environment. In house, they are being fed a mix of Nutramar Live Brine Shrimp and Gamma Frozen Brine Shrimp. Click to learn more

Zoanthids are the first “coral” for many marine aquarium keepers and it's easy to see why. They come in a wild myriad of colors, most of them are quite hardy and grow quickly under good conditions. Among our staff favorites here are our Caribbean Ultra Zoanthids. You don't recognize the name...

The Squire's Wrasse is a “new” fish in the aquarium hobby. While the fish has obviously existed for a very long time indeed, it was only recently classified as its own species by Fenton Walsh in 2014. Its scientific name, Cirrhilabrus squirei, comes from Lyle Squire and family, who were...

The fish we usually call the “Julii Cleaner Wrasse” here in North America has a few other common names worldwide like “Yellowband Tubelip,” which makes sense when you see the adult coloration and exaggerated lips. The “Yellow Tail Wrasse,” which is unimaginative, but also accurate for both the...

The Blue Spiny Lobster is a very unique species that will look remarkable roaming around your aquarium. Their vibrant patterns are very appealing to the hobbyist. They are known to make sounds within in your aquarium, which is incredible to experience. They can grow quite large, so they will...

The Starry Night Octopus (Callistoctopus luteus) got its name from all their bright white spots because it resembles a night’s sky. They are extremely strong and master escape artists, so be sure to secure all of your rockwork and have a tight fitted lid. In house, we are feeding this octopus...

The Pacific Pearlfish (Carapus dubius) is a very unique and odd species! They are known to inhabit the body cavities of pearl shells, pen shells, Laevicardium cockles and sea cucumbers, which is a sight to see! In house, we are feeding them our Nutramar live Artemia nauplii (baby brine shrimp)...

Clownfish have long been one of the most popular fish and considered to be one of the best starter fish in the marine aquarium trade. Advances in culturing techniques have allowed commercial farms in the US and around the world to grow thousands of clownfish each year for the marine ornamentals...

Many Butterflyfish have reputations for being challenging to keep, as many of them have very specific diets, and Yellownose Butterflyfish have an undeserved reputation as they are not obligate corallivores (something that eats only coral). In the wild, Yellownose graze on algae and the...

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Learn more about some new fish and corals arriving at Quality Marine for the 1st time. http://aquanerd.com/2018/01/quality-marine-receives-five-species-from-australia-for-the-first-time.html More info and photos in the link above...

Some time ago I made the decision to try and source all my livestock from Captive Bred Fish Stock and Cultured Corals. My choice in no way condemns or condones any other sustainable and ethical choices. It is simply my own choice. Due to my experiences and sometimes, seemingly uphill struggle...

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Fish Facts with Quality Marine, Episode 2 - Dragonets Scooter, Red Scooter, Ruby Red, Green and Red Mandarin, and Spotted Mandarin!

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