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It has been some time since i last update my tank thread now, and i think i should do some update now to join in the fun More photo of the double chamber FR i install. The first chamber was filled with Rowa carbon and the second chamber with Rowa P04 remover , reason being some said that Carbon may leech back some P04 in the water , so the P04 remover in the second chamber shall do it;s job. I love having the extra space in the cabinet after i rebuild my sump tank.

Yap, was there on friday to buy some addictive and drink kopi. The royal blue would be stunning .

Click through to see the images. This article is republished with permission from Coralscience.org. Please visit Coralscience.org to read more accessible scientific articles about coral reef research. Reef corals, also known as stony corals or scleractinian corals, represent hundreds of species that deposit calcium carbonate (mainly aragonite) frameworks. Soft corals, as the name indicates, possess fleshy colonies with embedded calcite (another form of calcium carbonate) sclerites. Their sclerites function as supportive structures, aid in defense against predation, and may help the colony to withstand drag forces caused by water flow. Since such sclerites do not form continuous structures, soft corals have long been considered as insignificant reef builders. Now, our study shows that at least one group of soft corals can consolidate discrete sclerites into solid reef structures. In 1997, a colony chunk of the soft coral Sinularia found in Kenting National Park, southern Taiwan, initiated this study. This block of coral flesh was dislodged by a storm and left on the beach. It contained desiccated tissue and a solid boulder of consolidated sclerites underneath. In subsequent surveys at the site, Sinularia sclerite boulders were both found on land and in the sea. Boulders weighing over one hundred kilograms (220 lbs) and numerous rolling stones of sclerite rocks were found throughout the beach. Core samples indicated a high abundance of sclerite rocks in the uplifted coral reefs; it was estimated that uplifted reef of the area contained approximately thirty to forty percent of sclerite boulders. Section radiographs of an 18.5 kilogram (41 lbs) boulder showed regular density banding similar to trees and massive reef corals, which indicated a distinct periodicity in its deposition. Close-up of the surface of a sclerite boulder on land (photograph: Dr. Ming-Shiou Jeng). The coral reef of the area showed a soft coral cover of over fifty percent. Living colonies were core-sampled for examination of sclerite rocks. Approximately ninety percent of sampled Sinularia colonies, representing 22 species, contained significant sclerite rock layers underneath the colony. Situated between coral tissue and the solid sclerite rock was a thin transition zone of loosely cemented sclerites, demonstrating the sclerite consolidation process. Under a scanning electron microscope (SEM), sclerites at the colony base were found to be cemented by amorphous calcium carbonate, which covered the sclerite surface microstructure. When examining the fast-growing soft coral Sinularia gibberosa under a transmission electron microscope (TEM), inside the colony base where sclerites are consolidated, granular vesicles were found to be distributed among the sclerites, which may be secreting calcium carbonate adhesives. Core sample of a living colony showing coral tissue with sclerite rock attached underneath (photograph: Dr. Ming-Shiou Jeng). It is now clear that the ''sclerite rock'' phenomenon is actually common on coral reefs around the world. In addition to the previous records from the Red Sea and Okinawa Islands, we have found living Sinularia colonies together with sclerite rocks on reefs where alcyonacean soft corals are abundant. This study, however, revealed a continuous sclerite rock-forming zone in Sinularia colonies from the subtidal zone to uplifted reefs of Nanwan Bay, southern Taiwan. Now, what is the relevance of octocorals being important reef builders? Fleshy octocorals are able to inhabit more turbid environments than scleractinian corals. Therefore, species from the genus Sinularia are capable of accreting material into reef structures in areas where scleractinian coral communities cannot develop. References Jeng M-S, Huang H-D, Dai C-F, Hsiao Y-C and Benayahu Y (2011). Sclerite calcification and reef-building in the fleshy octocoral genus Sinularia (Octocorallia: Alcyonacea). Coral Reefs DOI: 10.1007/s00338-011-0765-z. Konishi K (1981). Alcyonarian spiculite: Limestone of soft corals. Proc. 4th Coral Reef Symp. 1: 643-649. Schuhmacher H (1997). Soft corals as reef builders. Proc. 8th Int. Coral Reef Symp. 1: 499-502. View the full article

The led come with pink bulb too? That would be nice on corals and fish. Especially red mushroom and prata

Didnt see it maybe there is one or two more. you can call them to check .

Blue.. But price a little ex. 45 each if i remember it correctly.

Update from SL yesterday. Golden butterfly angelfish, AT, Queen angel, potter angel, flame angel, rusty angel, Neon globy, yellow tang, starkei damsel, lepoard wrasse, yellow head jawfish ect...

there was previously a review done on this salt found here ; You can also find REDSEA salt in Aquamarin. They are coming out the new salt which come with blue packaging and it is suppose to be better in term of higher KH .

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or you can try contacting Derrick from Pacific cool. His no is 9797 9910, i would vote him for his excellent services and price. Tell him you are from Singapore Reef Club, and he give good prices to our members

Sad to see another nice reefer decomm. Hope you come back soon

How about in JB ? Was tyring to look for a list of LFS there which is nearer to us hmm..

Click through to see the images. About Coralscience.org: Coralscience.org was founded in 2008 by Tim Wijgerde to help bridge the gap between science (coral science in particular) and society, and to stimulate awareness for our fragile planet and its ecosystems. Coralscience.org publishes articles about coral reef research, readable to science-oriented individuals, divers, aquarium staff and advanced aquarists. We hope to stimulate discussion about coral reefs, the oceans in general and the earth's climate. We believe science should be made both accessible and understandable to all mankind. Coral Science is a non-profit project, and is supported by scientists from various research institutes. Coral Science is published by Coral Publications. Coral Science's team is comprised of leading coral researchers from around the world (including Advanced Aquarist author Dana Riddle). Visit Coralscience.org to read scientific articles and watch exclusive videos pertaining to coral reef research. Advanced Aquarist will start publishing select articles from Coral Science starting tomorrow. An Advanced Aquarist is an educated aquarist, and we can think of few sources with more reliable and digestible scientific information than Coral Science! View the full article

Click through to see the images. Introducing the Chalice Family One type of large polyp stony coral (LPS), the aptly named Chalice is a term used when referring to a small group of cup coral species. The Pectiniidae family of calcifying coral contains six different genera commonly found in the trade and is a wonderful display of color and form. These genera include: • Echinophyllia • Echinopora (Though Faviid and not Pectiniid, it is included here because of similar morphology) • Oxypora • Mycedium • Pectinia • Physophyllia • Echinomorpha This list of chalices is put in order of most commonly found to seldom, if hardly ever found in the hobby. The most colorful and diverse, the top two “echinos” are often interchanged with identifications and are the most common examples of chalice. With his successful cultivation of the famous Echinopora lamellosa “Blue Chalice” Steve Tyree probably coined the term itself. He has maintained this specimen in one of his aquariums since 1995. Captive Cultivation Often found for sale in small fragments, chalices can range in price from low to exorbitantly expensive. Because these corals reproduce both asexually and sexually, those lucky collectors who obtain the most intense color combinations can easily propagate them through some very simple techniques. For plating chalices, you can simply cut or snap off a piece from their thinner structure, making sure to remove a fragment that has one or more “eyes” or feeding polyps. Some cultivators utilize a wet operating band saw to cut sections from larger colonies in an attempt to minimize inducing stress upon the piece. This technique works well for encrusting chalices. In my opinion the best way to cultivate chalice corals and especially for more sensitive specimens is suspending the chalice colony on rocky overhangs. This technique will cause them to 'drip' tissue from the main colony site creating an entirely new colony. What genus is this? Chalices are often difficult to ID due to their similarities. Feeding Chalices Chalices are stony corals, therefore requiring sustained levels of calcium carbonates along with other trace elements to thrive. Thankfully, their diets are very easily managed, as they are capable of gaining nutrition through two ways. With their tentacles extended, chalice corals can absorb microscopic reef food like phytoplankton and Nannochloropsis (1-15microns), as well as capture larger food items like mysid shrimp and oyster eggs. Pulling the larger prey items to digestive filaments lying underneath each polyp site, the growth rates of chalice corals are highly influenced by a technique called “target feeding.” This process involves the use of pipettes to administer coral food directly over each polyp location. Chalice are nocturnal feeders, but they will readily adapt to a daytime feeding schedule and this ability makes their presence in the tank during lighted hours that much more rewarding. The Pectiniidae family also harbor zooxanthellate symbionts and so will derive additional nutrition through photosynthesis. With proper lighting accommodations and diverse feeding opportunities chalice corals can achieve amazing growth structures and striking colors combinations. Beware though, as these species also contain “sweeper” tentacles with which they use to capture food and defend their territory. This scenario requires proper placement allowing additional room for long stinging tentacles. The foliacious growth form of Echinopora lamellosa in Terry Siegel's reef tank More on Aquarium Care Hobbyists have found chalices do well in varying conditions of lighting and flow, so they are most commonly placed in middle to lower portions of the tank. For example, lighting recommendations for chalice corals are low to moderate and some hobbyists have reported moving specimens into shaded areas to combat bleaching while others state they derive great color from intense metal halide or LED lighting. Often due to misidentification or incorrect classification, this large swing in husbandry conclusions, coupled with the broad taxonomic range, only adds to discussions on how to properly cultivate the chalice collection. In the wild, the different Pectiniidae species can grow into the shape of a cup, or encrust over live marine rock, sometimes form plates (laminar), or fold over itself in a fabulous display of shape and texture. They are usually collected in sizes ranging from 6 inches to around two feet. Unfortunately, this is a slow growing family of corals, and most will take years for a small fragment to achieve this shape or size in the marine aquarium. For this reason most hobbyists have set up additional smaller “nano” tanks in order to view and appreciate their collection of chalice frags. Hobbyists who can stomach the wait for their frag to grow into something worth putting in a display will utilize the rockwork and ambient conditions to influence the ecomorphology of their piece. Warning: Highly Addictive I myself am a victim of the chalice craze and my collection has me glued to my tank day and night observing their captivating colors and waiting for feeding opportunities. I hope you find this lineage of coral as fascinating as I do and take the opportunity to own one of these species, as it will only add to evolution of your Marine hobby! View the full article

Wow.. Your SPS is vey very "Hairy" lol..

haha i support you . It is so hard to resist going to LFS these days ..

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Click through to see the images. According to FIS (Fish Information & Services, a website for global seafood industry information) Gomes da Costa, a national leader in sales of canned fish, has again introduced another innovation, the only vending machine in the world with an aquarium with fish and salt water corals. The first non-refrigerated machine was installed earlier this month inside the restaurant Equilibrium, at the Academy of Competition, selling Gomes da Costa’s Tuna Salad line (three flavours: carrots, peas and potatoes - mayonnaise, potatoes and olives, and parsley and potato). The vending machine, created by JWT, translates the brand concept: "The best of the sea for you" will be taken to strategic locations, such as gymnasiums; the vending machine has been built exclusively for Gomes da Costa. Instead of the cabinet showing the traditional products, the unprecedented machine will have an aquarium. The fish will receive weekly attention by a team that specializes in aquariums. Vending machines are expected to be installed in gymnasiums and other transit points in line with the proposed product, which is joining the health-related implications and practicality. via Practical Fishkeeping View the full article

U can check out c328.

In the last 30 years, more than 90 percent of the reef-building coral responsible for maintaining major marine habitats and providing a natural barrier against hurricanes in the Caribbean has disappeared because of a disease of unknown origin. View the full article

In the last 30 years, more than 90 percent of the reef-building coral responsible for maintaining major marine habitats and providing a natural barrier against hurricanes in the Caribbean has disappeared because of a disease of unknown origin. View the full article

Continued reliance on a strategy of setting aside land and marine territories as "protected areas" is insufficient to stem global biodiversity loss, according to a new comprehensive assessment. View the full article

Endangered leatherback sea turtles migrate and forage across vast areas of the Pacific Ocean and Indo-Pacific seas and require greater international collaboration for their protection, according to a recent study. The study is based on data from 126 leatherbacks tracked by satellite and supports continuing research to improve conservation efforts for this endangered species by better understanding how oceanographic features influence their migration and foraging behavior. View the full article

Endangered leatherback sea turtles migrate and forage across vast areas of the Pacific Ocean and Indo-Pacific seas and require greater international collaboration for their protection, according to a recent study. The study is based on data from 126 leatherbacks tracked by satellite and supports continuing research to improve conservation efforts for this endangered species by better understanding how oceanographic features influence their migration and foraging behavior. View the full article

Click through to see the images. According to All Headline News: When office worker Vicky Thorney was permitted to go back into the office to collect her belongings, she discovered the goldfish when rescue workers shouted, "Hey, there are fish here, and they're alive." Small graces!Thanks for the lead, Jeff! View the full article