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admin    November 24, 2018   CATEGORY: Aquarium Maintenance ,Livestock ,Saltwater Aquariums

Our Favorite Types of Coral for Saltwater Aquariums

Beautiful coral is one of our favorite elements of saltwater aquariums. The fact that they vary so extensively by nature is fascinating, and the colors, shapes, and details add exciting color and character to your fish tank. Because so many types of coral for saltwater aquariums exist, swapping them or adding new ones into your tank is a fun way to redesign your aquarium and give it a new look.

If you’re a new hobbyist, you probably want some of everything. At the same time, the many categories and subcategories of coral can be very confusing and overwhelming.

We’ll help you narrow it down with our list of the best types of coral for saltwater aquariums.

Best Types of Coral for Saltwater Aquariums

1. Leather Corals

Leather corals are suitable for all kinds of light and water qualities, and they are available in virtually every color under the rainbow.

Varieties of leather corals include:

  • Toadstool Leather
  • Long Polyping Leather
  • Rasta Leather
  • Yellow Fiji Finger Leather
  • Blue Devils Finger Leather

2. Mushroom Corals

Mushroom corals are strong and grow in many shapes and colors. They are fairly aggressive, so they’ll need a lot of space.

Some types of mushroom corals are:

  • Lavender Mushroom
  • Green Fluorescent Mushroom
  • Bullseye Rhodactis Mushroom
  • Spotted Mushroom
  • Mushroom Anemones
  • Disc Anemones

3. Euphyllia Corals

Euphyllia hammer coral is one of our favorite types of coral for saltwater aquariums. We love their color, and they are sturdy enough to last. For aquarium design and fish tank installation services, contact Seatech Aquariums.

Euphyllia Hammer Coral

Corals in the Euphyllia family are among our favorite for their vivid color and fascinating appearance, and they are easy to maintain. They have a variety of colors and do very well in reef aquariums.

Our favorites include:

  • Hammer Coral
  • Frogspawn
  • Torch Coral

4. Gorgonians, also known as Alcyonacea

Gorgonian Sea Fan and Soft Coral are pictured underwater. They are among the favorite types of coral for saltwater aquariums.

Gorgonian Sea Fan and Soft Coral

Gorgonians resemble tree branches or twigs. The soft coral is also known by the term sea fan or sea whip, and the individual polyps form colonies that can be several feet high.

Types of gorgonians include:

  • Red Gorgonian
  • Purple Bush Sea Fan
  • Encrusting Gorgonian
  • Bushy Sea Rod
  • Pacific Encrusting Gorgonian

5. Zoanthid Corals

Zoanthid are among the top types of coral for saltwater aquariums.

White Encrusting Zoanthid

Zoanthid corals are polyp corals that do very well in reef aquariums, and we love the flair they add to aquarium designs.

Some types are:

  • Rastas
  • Super Metallic Blue
  • Amazing Superman
  • Golden Oranges
  • Eyes of Jupiter

6. Small Polyp Stony Coral

Stony corals within the SPS family are also among the corals we prefer to use in our aquarium designs. They are strong, easy to work with, and a beautiful addition to your saltwater aquarium.

Some of our favorites include:

  • Branching Acropora
  • Montipora Capricornis

Contact Seatech for Saltwater Aquarium Design

If you need help determining the best types of coral for your saltwater aquarium, contact Seatech Aquariums. We’ll help you create or redesign a beautiful, colorful, and vibrant environment for your wildlife.

 

The best types of coral for saltwater aquariums will last a long time and beautify your fish tank. Contact our aquarium maintenance technician if your aquarium needs a redesign, for general aquarium maintenance services in the greater Phoenix area, or to have a fish tank installed.

 

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admin    January 26, 2015   CATEGORY: Fish Facts ,Industry News and Tips

Some Cool Facts About Fish that You Didn’t Know

I thought I would pass along some interesting facts that fish tank owners may not be aware of or have any ideas about the ‘why’ or ‘why not.’

How do fish sleep?

I know that most tank owners create an ambience with lighting so that at some point, it is low and/or diffused, that allows fish to rest. Since fish do not have ‘eyelids’ like you and I, I often wondered if and how fish sleep especially during those low-light tank times. Sleep to a fish is when they reduce their activity and metabolic rates. Once this happens, they seem to ‘float’ or hover in place like dancing seaweed. Sometimes they seek out a ‘safe’ spot – like burrowing in mud or among corals. It’s like finding a suitable nest so they can perform restorative functions, similar to a human’s need for daydreaming. Just to be still and quiet for a time helps reduce stress and even in their quite times, they are always on the lookout and ready should danger or predators approach.

Do fish drink water?

My next thought is do fish drink the water that they are swimming in. Freshwater fish live in water that is less salty than what is found inside their bodies. So they need to intake small amounts of water by osmosis through their tissues. Saltwater fish live in water that contain larger amounts of salt than what is found inside their bodies. They must take in larger amounts in order to live. Both fish drink water in order to equalize their bodies to their surroundings.

Do fish have a hearing?

Now I begin to wonder if fish can hear or detect sounds. We’ve all tried to catch a fish with our bare hands at one time or another without success. Think about the mechanics of a school of fish. They act in mass by swimming in the same direction and when one changes, they all change. Why? They coordinate their movements using the flow of water across their lateral line system. Any change in direction changes the flow of water, and then passes on to the next fish, and the next, and the next.

Why do fish behave oddly?

Finally, have you ever seen fish act ‘funny’ or display some ‘odd’ behaviors? If a fish flutters its fins or quivers and shakes in front of another fish, they use that as a defensive behavior. Fish can show submission as well. They either lie on their sides when another fish comes towards them, or they float motionless in a heads-up position.

For those of you that have wrasse or parrotfish in your tanks, they often scratch or bank their heads on a piece of coral. It’s not serious – just a way to help remove clotted salt from their gills. If other fish species do this, then they may be showing signs of having parasites or your water pH levels are too low. Some fish, like Catfish, Gobies, Triggers and others dig ‘pits’ in your gravel. This is their natural instinct for building a home, just like they would do out in the open waters. Gnawing on your coral? Wild Parrotfish are known to eat corals, and Triggers may use corals to sharpen their teeth.

If you want more help in coming to know your fish and making sure they stay healthy, call Seatech Aquariums today! Seatech caters to all types of clients – from large corporations to individuals with home aquariums. Jimmie and Mike will be able to help you figure out a plan, get started and enjoy your aquarium for years to come.

Need an aquarium check-up? Then Jimmie is the go-to guy. He will come out, assess your aquarium, make suggestions, and get your tank clean, sparkling, and well-maintained.

Don’t let your aquarium suffer the blues!! Let Seatech create the beauty of the ocean right in your own home.

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