Current USA Solana XL

Posted by gerard on March 13, 2009 under Products & Reviews | Be the First to Comment

Current just released 2 new versions of the Solana. They call it the Solana XL. Both 60 gallon and 67 gallon’s are available. Not sure about the price yet. If anyone knows please fill us in. Keep reading for the spec’s.

AquaticLife Internal Mini Protein Skimmer 115

Posted by gerard on March 9, 2009 under Aquarium Info, Products & Reviews, Reef Info | Read the First Comment

Check out this new nano protein skimmer. I wonder if this will fit in the back chamber of my biocube. I may pick one up to replace the cheesy biocube skimmer. I am not very fond of the airstone you need in that one.

Anyone have any reviews of it yet? read more....

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JBJ 28 Gallon Nano Cube Quad PowerCompact Bulb w/ Cabinet Stand and Arctica MINI Chiller – $599.99

Posted by gerard on February 26, 2009 under Products & Reviews | Be the First to Comment

Marine Depot is taking pre orders on this Aquarium with stand and chiller if you can believe it for only $599.99. If your in the market for a new nano I would definitely check this deal out. CLICK HERE to go to MARINE DEPOT

28G Nano Cube CF-QUAD, The Ultimate Reef Series Biotope!

JBJ introduces the newest addition to the 28G family of reef biotopes. The new CF-Quad is equipped with an integrated 105 Watt Compact Fluorescent Quad Lamp and state of the art Electronic Ballast for high intensity light output with low energy consumption. The 28G CF-QUAD definitely is the most value packed all-in-one in its class and price level. It offers almost 50% more light output than competing CF brands, 2 Powerheads, an Ocean Pulse Duo Wavemaker, removable transparent filter basket (for easy Refugium conversions), designated Heater column, designated Protein Skimmer column (sold separately), 2 Cooling Fans, and 4 Nite-Vu LED’s with their own power supply.

The revolutionary CF-QUAD boasts 105 watts of high intensity daylight light output with our 10K/7100K combo compact fluorescent lamp. It utilizes a very compact size while delivering MEGA lumens to your corals. The quick-disconnect harness makes changing the lamp quick & easy. Nite-Vu LED’s are strategically placed on all four corners to even distribute moonlight throughout the aquarium. All LED’s are pre-wired individually for easy replacement, consume less than 1 watt of power, but are strong enough to illuminate nocturnal behaviors. read more....

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Fish o’ the day | Clown Trigger

Posted by gerard on October 20, 2008 under Saltwater Fish | Be the First to Comment

This species is a primarily marine species. This fish is found in Tropical Indo-Pacific and Red Sea coastal waters from 1-75 metres in depth (3-250 ft). This fish is generally uncommon or rare throughout its range, which includes East Africa to South Africa, through to Indonesia, and all the way to Japan and New Caledonia.

The clown triggerfish is most commonly found around coral reefs. It lives in clear coastal to outer reef habitats. It also occurs in clear, seaward reefs near steep drop-offs.It also resides in the Great Barrier reef.

Anatomy and appearance
The fish can reach up to about 50 cm (20 in) in length. It has strong jaws which can be used to crush and eat sea urchins, crustaceans and hard-shelled mollusks. This fish has unique coloration. The ventral surface has large, white spots on a dark background, and its dorsal surface has black spots on yellow. There is a vertical, white (slightly yellow) stripe on the caudal fin. The brightly painted yellow mouth may be used to deter potential predators. This fish has a form of camouflage that is, or is similar to, countershading. From below, the white spots look like the surface of the water above it. From above, the fish will blend in more with the coral reef environment.

In the aquarium
Because of its attractive coloration, this fish is one of the most highly prized aquarium fish. Like many other triggerfish, it can require a large aquarium and be aggressive towards other fish. It should not be kept with small fishes. It will also prey on invertebrates in the aquarium. This fish can become tame enough to be hand-fed, however one should beware of the fish’s sharp teeth.

Buy at saltwaterfish.com.

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Fish o’ the day | Coral Beauty Angel

Posted by gerard on October 17, 2008 under Saltwater Fish | Be the First to Comment

The Twospined Angelfish, Dusky Angelfish, or Coral Beauty (Centropyge bispinosa), is an omnivorous marine angelfish. Some individuals have a dark purplish blue body with yellow to red stripes, and usually an electric blue rim; in others are orange stripes dominate, with the purple distributed in spots. Some bright orange forms are very similar in appearance to the golden angelfish, Centropyge aurantia. The twospined angelfish is native to the Indo-Pacific where it lives in coral reefs and lagoons. It reaches a maximum length of 3 inches (8 cm). It eats algae.

When kept in an aquarium they are distributed throughout the tank. They prefer reef tanks over fish only tanks, but are suitable for both. This species does not seem to be suitable for beginners, as the difficulty is rated high.

Buy at saltwaterfish.com.

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