It’s pretty well known that light has a direct correlation with the health of aquatic animals, including fish, shrimp, and snails. But how does it affect corals? Will they grow differently when exposed to different light intensities and colors? Since I asked myself this question quite often a few years ago, I decided to devote …
Most fish owners light their coral tanks in a way that feels right. Some do it in a way that makes their tank look pretty. Others are looking for ways to benefit their corals. But how much light exactly do corals need? This is a question I have asked myself countless times in the past. …
Most fish owners know that fish do not do well with light that lasts all night. Since they have no eyelids, they are not able to sleep. But little is known about corals and how they react when exposed to light all night, be it blue, white, red, or green. Since this has occupied my …
Most aquarists know that blue light is the ideal choice for corals. But not everyone likes it or how their reef tank looks in it. This automatically raises a question that I have personally asked myself countless times in the past: Can we just use white light in a tank containing corals? In this article, …
Corals are known to benefit from blue light, as it penetrates the water effectively and allows zooxanthellae to perform photosynthesis. However, less is known about other colors such as green. How do corals react to this color? Can aquarists use it in their reef tank? These are questions I asked myself all the time when …
We all know that aquarium corals do great with blue lights. However, less is known about red light and its role in coral growth. There is a common debate claiming that red light contributes to the photosynthesis of algae, and is therefore essential for corals as well. However, some researchers argue just the opposite. So, …
We all know that blue light is a common practice in reef tanks. Some aquarists even claim it makes their corals glow brightly. But how do corals actually react to blue light? Is it good to use this color in a coral tank? These are the questions I constantly asked myself in my early days …
Many fish owners know that blue light can benefit fish, as it helps them transition from day to night. But what about shrimp? Can we use blue light with them as well? Is there anything special we need to know first? Over the years, I’ve learned all about these questions, and now I’m ready to …
Even after years of experience, I acknowledge that raising mystery snail eggs can be challenging. That is especially true for those who are new to this hobby, as these little things raise tons of questions. Therefore, after a lot of trial and error, I decided to combine the most frequently asked questions into one article. …
Mystery snails can become a nuisance, especially when they lay eggs and proliferate rapidly. When I first had to deal with this issue, I wondered if I could use these eggs to feed my fish. And frankly, I’m glad that I’ve asked. Being opportunistic feeders, aquarium fish will eat whatever fits in their mouths, including …