How to Mix your Tanks Salt Water Not only do you need to mix your saltwater before filling your tank the first time, but you will also need a supply of saltwater on hand for performing weekly water changes. Unlike freshwater aquariums, you cannot simply squeeze in a few drops of aquarium water conditioner and…

What should you be doing daily Along with feeding my fish twice daily (once in the morning and once in the evening), I top off fresh water lost to evaporation—usually about a half gallon a day, depending on the humidity level in my home. This process can be fairly easily automated, however, eliminating even this…

Once a week, it’s a good idea to test your ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and phosphate levels with quality test kits to ensure your tank isn’t experiencing a spike in any of these compounds. As a reef keeper, I also test calcium and alkalinity to make sure they’re in the proper range. Once your system has…