October 2010
Announcement: October 2010 Kindle / Nook eReader Edition Available
Kindle and Nook / Sony eReader editions are now available for this issue!
Feature Article: Types of Phosphorus in a Reef Aquarium and Comments and Observations of Removal by Protein Skimming
This testing makes it clear this protein skimmer did remove phosphorus, although the process may not be particularly effective as a sole method of P control, and phosphate could accumulate in the system if other removal mechanisms are not used.
Aquarium Chemistry: Regeneration of Granular Ferric Oxide Media with Sodium Hydroxide
For aquarists who keep non-photosynthetic corals that require massive feeding, have large tanks, or a dense fish population the costs of regular GFO replacement can be significant. With a few simple tools and techniques we can easily regenerate GFO so that it can be reused several times over.
Aquarium Invertebrates: Metasepia pfefferi – the aptly named Flamboyant Cuttlefish
The Flamboyant cuttle is one of the most amazing animals I have encountered in the wild or in captivity. They are beautiful, masterful predators that live fast and die young. It is my hope that one day they will be bred in captivity and readily available for all cephalopod enthusiasts.
AmericanReef Video Podcast: Coral Farming 101
AmericanReef.com talks with Todd Melman about coral farming.
Video: Aquariums - David Saxby's Reef Aquarium (extended version)
Check out this awesome 1,200 gallon aquarium owned by David Saxby.
Reefkeeping Events: What's Happening in Your Area?
Check our Events calendar to see if a conference, frag swap, or club meeting is happening in your area.
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