Plexaurella nutans is a gorgonian sea rod commonly called the Giant slit-pore sea rod, which grows to over 1 meter tall with thick, branching, and often club-ended branches. It is characterized by a brownish-tan to lavender color and has unique slit-shaped apertures where the polyps emerge, creating a "fuzzy" or "dimpled" surface when extended. This photosynthetic, zooxanthellate coral is found in the Caribbean and South Florida, and it feeds on plankton.
Appearance
Height: Colonies can grow to over 1 meter tall.
Colony form: Moderately branched, bushy, or tall with sparse branching.
Branches: Thick, cylindrical, and moderately robust, with diameters of 7-18 mm. They often have club-shaped or bulbous tips.
Apertures: Distinctly slit-shaped, often raised on small mounds, giving the surface a dimpled or fuzzy appearance.
Color: Ranges from tan, yellowish-brown, or light brown to gray or sometimes mauve.
Biology and Ecology
Habitat:
Found on patch reefs, outer slopes, and fore reefs in depths from 3 to 49 meters.
Diet:
A mixotrophic species; it feeds on zooplankton using its polyps and also contains symbiotic photosynthetic algae (zooxanthellae) in its tissues.
Axis:
The internal axis is heavily mineralized with calcite.
Location:
Found in the waters of South Florida, Bermuda, and throughout the Caribbean Sea.
Chrysiptera talboti, or Talbot's Demoiselle, is a small fish (up to 6 cm) characterized by a bright yellow head and pelvic fins, a purplish-grey body, and a prominent black spot on its dorsal fin. It has a distinctive black anal papilla, a pinkish tinge to its body, and is often found solitary in reef depressions.
Appearance
Body: Purplish-grey or pearly grey with a pinkish tinge.
Head and pelvic fins: Bright yellow.
Dorsal fin: A large black spot is located at the base of the spinous part of the dorsal fin, usually over the last four spines.
Anal fin: A black anal papilla is present.
Size: Reaches a maximum length of about 6 cm (2.4 inches).
Behavior and habitat
Habitat: Inhabits coral-rich areas, such as seaward reef slopes and deep lagoons.
Social behavior: Usually solitary, but can be found in groups in its natural habitat. In an aquarium, they are known to be territorial, especially as they mature, and may become aggressive toward other damselfish.
Activity: Active and diurnal (active during the day).
Temperament: Can range from peaceful to moderately aggressive, depending on age and environment.
Other characteristics
Diet: Feeds on zooplankton and planktonic crustaceans in its natural habitat. In captivity, they will accept flakes, pellets, and meaty foods.
Reproduction: Oviparous (egg-laying) and protandric hermaphrodites, meaning they are born male and change to female as they age
Entacmaea quadricolor е вид морска анемона, известна още като "балонна анемона" или "четирицветна анемона", която е силно желана за соленоводни аквариуми заради живите си цветове и способността си да развива балоновидни накрайници на пипалата си при интензивно осветление. "Електриково зеленият" вариант се отличава с ярък, блестящ зелен цвят на пипалата, които могат да достигнат до 12 инча (30 см) в диаметър при идеални условия. Тези анемони се грижат за симбиотична връзка с рибите-клоун, които намират защита в техните жилещи пипала, а в замяна ги защитават от хищници и им помагат да се захранват.
Общо описание
Окраска:
Има ярки, наситени зелени пипала, които блестят и се люлеят в аквариума.
Размер:
Може да достигне до 30 см (12 инча) в диаметър, но в аквариум обикновено остава по-компактен.
Признаци:
Под силно осветление развива отличителни балоновидни накрайници на пипалата, които се смаляват и придобиват по-удължена форма при недохранване или недостатъчна светлина.
Поведение и екология
Симбиотична връзка:
Известен е със симбиотичната си връзка с различни видове риби-клоун.
Хранене:
Храни се с малки риби, планктон и други морски организми, които улавя с жилещите си пипала. Препоръчва се допълнително хранене с парченца месо от скариди, крил или други ситни риби.
Грижа и поддръжка
Светлина:
Изисква интензивно осветление, за да развие характерните балоновидни накрайници.
Хранене:
Препоръчва се директно хранене поне веднъж седмично.
Особености:
The Orangeback fairy-wrasse (Cirrhilabrus aurantidorsalis) is a small, colorful fish known for its vibrant orange back, which contrasts with a magenta stripe along its body and a shimmering belly. Males are more intensely colored, especially during courtship, and have a dark red "crown" marking. They inhabit coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific, live in small groups with one male and several females, and are popular in the aquarium trade for their peaceful nature and activity level.
Appearance
Coloration:
Has a brilliant orange or golden-orange back, a magenta stripe running the length of the body, and a belly that can be pink, blue, or purple.
Male features:
Males have more intense colors and a dark red crown-like marking on the head. During courtship, their colors intensify significantly.
Female features:
Females are less vibrant, with a reddish-brown body, white face, and white belly.
Body shape:
Slender and elongated body.
Habitat and behavior
Habitat:
Found in the Indo-Pacific, specifically in the eastern Tomini Bay and Lembeh Strait, on reef slopes and edges with rubble areas.
Social structure:
Lives in small groups (harems) consisting of one male and several females. All are believed to start as females, with some transforming into males.
Temperament:
Peaceful and active fish, making them suitable for reef aquariums. They are reef-safe and will not harm corals or invertebrates.
Jumping:
Known to be good jumpers, so a tight-fitting lid on the aquarium is essential.
Diet
Primary food: Zooplankton.
Aquarium diet: Readily accepts a variety of meaty foods, such as frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and other high-quality flakes, pellets, and frozen/live foods.
The Acanthurus japonicus, or Powder Brown Tang, is an Indo-West Pacific surgeonfish with a laterally compressed, oval body that can reach up to 21 cm in length. Its coloration varies based on its mood, from brown to blue to yellow, but it is distinguished by a prominent white band between the mouth and eye, a bright orange stripe on the dorsal fin, and a yellow band on the caudal peduncle. It is a herbivorous, territorial fish that typically lives in small to large aggregations in reef environments.
Physical description
Body shape: Oval and laterally compressed.
Size: Can grow up to 21 cm (8.3 in) in length.
Coloration:
The body color can range from brown to blue to yellow, depending on the fish's emotional state.
A wide, white band runs from the lower part of the eye to the upper lip.
A bright orange or pink band is present along the soft-rayed part of the dorsal fin.
The caudal peduncle is black with a yellow base.
Fins:
Dorsal fin: Has 9 spines and 28–31 soft rays.
Anal fin: Has 3 spines and 26–29 soft rays.
Caudal fin: Is truncate.
Pectoral fins: Have yellow bases.
Habitat and behavior
Habitat: Lives in clear lagoon and seaward reefs in the Indo-West Pacific, typically in shallow, exposed areas.
Diet: Herbivorous, feeding on algae and seaweed.
Social behavior: Can be found alone or in small to large aggregations. They are territorial and can be aggressive towards other fish, especially other tangs or conspecifics, which can lead to fights.
Oxycirrhites typus, or the Longnose Hawkfish, is a small marine fish known for its very long, pointed snout, white body, and a grid-like pattern of red stripes and bars. It typically grows up to 13 cm (5.1 inches) and has a tuft of cirri on its dorsal fin spines. The fish is often found perched on gorgonians and black corals in tropical reefs.
Key features
Appearance: White body with a network of horizontal and near-vertical red lines. Its most distinctive feature is a greatly elongated, pointed snout.
Dorsal fin: Has a tuft of cirri (small, hair-like projections) at the tip of each dorsal fin spine.
Size: Reaches a maximum length of 13 cm (5.1 inches).
Habitat: Inhabits tropical reefs in the Indo-Pacific region, often found at depths of 10 to 100 meters. It prefers to perch on gorgonian sea fans and black corals.
Behavior: Known to be a stationary hunter, observing its surroundings from a single perch. It is sometimes kept in the aquarium trade.
Diet: Primarily feeds on small crustaceans and zooplankton.
The ATI Essentials Mixed Reef set 2x2.7 L is a two-part, ultra-concentrated liquid supplement for mixed reef aquariums that supplies major and trace elements to promote coral growth, coloration, and health. It simplifies aquarium maintenance by providing a ready-to-use, highly concentrated solution that doesn't require mixing, with a simple equal dosage for both parts. The formula includes elements like calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity, as well as essential trace elements, and is optimized to help reduce nitrates and phosphates in tanks with higher fish loads.
Key features
Two-part liquid system:
The set includes two 2.7 L bottles containing essential major and trace elements for your aquarium.
Highly concentrated:
The formula is approximately 5 times more concentrated than traditional Balling solutions, making the 5.4 L set space-saving.
Ready to use:
No mixing or preparation is required, saving time and effort.
Simple dosing:
Both parts of the solution are dosed in equal amounts, which can be adjusted based on the aquarium's specific needs for alkalinity and calcium consumption.
Comprehensive elements:
It provides a complete supply of major elements like calcium, magnesium, and alkalinity, plus trace elements like iodine, iron, and zinc, without causing unwanted accumulation.
Nutrient reduction:
The included "KH Complex" contains organic KH sources that help reduce nitrates and phosphates, making it ideal for mixed reefs with higher fish stocking.
Stabilizes parameters:
Helps stabilize water chemistry, which promotes better coral growth, metabolism, and coloration.
Low-temperature crystallization:
At low temperatures, crystals may form in the bottle. You can dissolve them by warming the bottle in a warm water bath. If operating at cold temperatures, it's recommended to dilute both solutions 1:1 with RO water.
Aqua PHOS - Phosphatabsorber for salt and fresh water removes up to:
Phosphat: ca.40.000mg/kg
Silikat: ca.10.000mg/kg
Copper: 8.000mg/kg
Used granulat is also fertilizer for plants.
EasyPumpe 2.0 - DC24V - 12000 l/h is packed with new innovations that make your aquarium setup and maintainace very easy, safe and efficient. The 6 pole 3 Phase motors are very stable and run very quietly. This means a longer lifespan and high efficiency.
Model
Leistung/W
Flow /L/H
Hmax./m
EP-12000
85
3600 - 12000
5
These pumps come with
run- dry protection
Overcurrent protection
Blocking protection
Features
the easypump uses safe 24V DC
Ceramic axis - providing long life
6 pole 3 Phase motor - very quiet
for fresh and marine water
includes digital controller with power display
settings are retained on power failure
includes fittings for 20 mm, 25 mm and 30mm hose (EP-6000 and 8000)
includes fittingsfor hose up to 40 mm (EP-12000)
no metal screws on pump -> no rust
2 Years warranty
EasyPumpe 2.0 - DC24V - 6500 l/h is packed with new innovations that make your aquarium setup and maintainace very easy, safe and efficient. The 6 pole 3 Phase motors are very stable and run very quietly. This means a longer lifespan and high efficiency.
Model
Leistung/W
Flow /L/H
Hmax./m
EP-6000
48
1950 - 6500
4
These pumps come with
run- dry protection
Overcurrent protection
Blocking protection
Features
the easypump uses safe 24V DC
Ceramic axis - providing long life
6 pole 3 Phase motor - very quiet
for fresh and marine water
includes digital controller with power display
settings are retained on power failure
includes fittings for 20 mm, 25 mm and 30mm hose (EP-6000 and 8000)
includes fittingsfor hose up to 40 mm (EP-12000)
no metal screws on pump -> no rust
2 Years warranty
Aqualight Amino 20 - 1000 ml
Aminosäuren sind für den Aufbau des Korallengewebes und der Farbpigmente unerlässlich. Amino-20 enthält wichtige Aminosäuren in optimaler Zusammensetzung für alle Korallen. Metabolismus und Ernährung der Korallen wird gefördert, das Korallenwachstum stabilisiert. Das Resultat ist ein gesundes, farbenprächtiges und kräftiges Korallengewebe.
Dosierung: 10ml auf 100Liter 2x wöchentlich
Aqualight Iron - 1000 ml
für Meer- und Süßwasser
Eisen ist ein besonders wichtiges Element, das in allen Gewässern vorkommt. Es spielt bei vielen lebensnotwendigen biologischen Vorgängen eine zentrale Rolle. Ohne Eisen keine Photosynthese, kein Sauerstofftransport im Blut, kein Plankton, kein Leben generell.
da Eisen verbraucht wird, muß entspechend nachdosiert werden um lebensnotwendige Prozesse aufrecht zu erhalten.
