A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to saltwater aquarium maintenance, including daily, weekly and monthly reef tank care, water changes, testing, salinity, alkalinity, nitrate, phosphate, lighting, flow, feeding, filtration and coral health.
Learn saltwater aquarium maintenance for reef tanks, including daily, weekly and monthly care, water changes, testing, salinity, alkalinity, nitrate, phosphate, lighting, flow and coral health.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Compare LPS, SPS, and soft corals so you can choose the best coral type for your reef tank based on care level, lighting, flow, nutrients, growth style, and experience.
Compare LPS, SPS, and soft corals to find the best coral type for your reef tank based on care level, lighting, flow, nutrients, growth style, and reefkeeping experience.
Scott Shiles, May 07, 2026
A comprehensive saltwater aquarium water change guide from Extreme Corals covering how often to change water, how much to change, RO/DI water, salinity, temperature, alkalinity, nitrate, phosphate, and coral-safe maintenance tips.
Learn how to change water in a saltwater aquarium, including how often to change reef tank water, how much to change, RO/DI water, salinity, temperature and coral-safe water change tips.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive reef tank lighting guide from Extreme Corals covering LED reef lights, PAR, blue spectrum, coral placement, lighting schedules, soft coral, LPS, SPS lighting, and light acclimation.
Learn the best reef tank lighting for corals, including LED reef lights, PAR, blue spectrum, lighting schedules, soft coral, LPS, SPS placement and light acclimation.
Scott Shiles, May 15, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to reef tank pH and alkalinity, including how they are interrelated, ideal targets, low pH, alkalinity swings, testing, dosing, gas exchange, water changes, and coral health.
Learn how reef tank pH and alkalinity work together, what causes low pH and alkalinity swings, and how to maintain stable water chemistry for healthy coral growth.
Scott Shiles, May 07, 2026
Learn how to care for Acropora coral in a reef tank with practical SPS guidance for lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water changes, stability and long-term growth.
Learn how to care for Acropora coral in a reef tank with tips for lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water changes and stable SPS water parameters.
Scott Shiles, May 11, 2026
A comprehensive Hammer Coral guide from Extreme Corals covering Hammer Coral care, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, branching vs wall hammers, aggression, growth, and online buying tips.
Shop Hammer Corals and learn complete Hammer Coral care, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, branching vs wall hammers, aggression, growth and buying tips.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to Rhodactis mushroom care, including lighting, flow, placement, water parameters, feeding, growth, detachment, compatibility, fragging, common problems and mushroom coral buying tips.
Learn Rhodactis mushroom care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, growth, detachment, compatibility and mushroom coral care tips.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Clove Polyp guide from Extreme Corals covering Clove Polyp care, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, spreading, growth control, and soft coral reef tank tips.
Shop Clove Polyps and learn complete Clove Polyp care, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, spreading, growth control and soft coral reef tank tips.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Find out how to properly care for your new Bounce Mushroom with this "how-to" guide on the requirements for healthy Bounce Mushroom from the #1 place to buy corals online!
Read along to find out the Lighting, Water Flow, Feeding, Placement & more when it comes to the care of your new Bounce Mushroom
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
How to Frag Corals: Complete Reef Tank Propagation Guide From Extreme Corals
Learn how to frag corals safely with this comprehensive reef tank guide covering tools, safety, SPS, LPS, soft corals, mushrooms, Zoanthids, mounting, healing, and aftercare.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Finding what type of fish to put into your tank can be a daunting tasks full of hours of research. Here we will break down a few top choices of fish for your reef tank.
With the right care and attention, you can create a thriving and beautiful reef tank that will provide a home for a variety of fascinating fish.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to reef tank water parameters, including temperature, salinity, pH, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate, ammonia, nitrite, dosing, water changes, testing schedules and coral health.
Learn reef tank water parameters including temperature, salinity, pH, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate, what to test, what to dose and how to keep coral chemistry stable.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Scott Shiles of Extreme Corals shares how scuba diving and reef tank keeping are connected through coral care, reef observation, ocean appreciation and a lifelong love of marine life.
Scott Shiles of Extreme Corals shares how scuba diving and reef tank keeping are connected through coral care, ocean appreciation, reef observation and a lifelong love of marine life.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Determining which reef tank to purchase can be difficult for many reasons. One of those reasons is the variety of sizes across the market. Each coming with it's on pros and cons.
Reef tanks come in so many different sizes and now Nano Tanks have taken over for new hobbyists. Is a Nano Tank right for you and your newly purchased Live Corals?
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive reef chemistry guide from Extreme Corals explaining why measurable nitrate can support coral color, tissue health, nutrient balance and long-term reef tank stability.
Learn why some nitrate in reef tanks can benefit coral health, color, tissue fullness and biological balance, plus safe nitrate ranges and how to manage high or low nitrate.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
A comprehensive guide from Extreme Corals explaining the difference between hard corals, soft corals, LPS corals and SPS corals, with care tips for lighting, flow, placement and water chemistry.
Learn the difference between hard and soft corals, including LPS, SPS, soft coral care, lighting, flow, water parameters, beginner choices and mixed reef planning.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn the differences and similarities between Acanthophyllia, Indophyllia, and Cynarina corals, including appearance, lighting, flow, feeding, coloration, and reef tank placement.
Compare Acanthophyllia, Indophyllia, and Cynarina corals in reef aquariums with tips on appearance, lighting, flow, feeding, placement, and care requirements.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to reef tank water testing, including salinity, temperature, pH, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate, ammonia, nitrite, testing schedules, and coral-safe stability tips.
Learn reef tank water testing for healthy live corals, including salinity, pH, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate, ammonia, nitrite and coral-safe stability tips.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to build a healthier reef aquarium with the right tank setup, equipment, water quality, beginner corals, reef-safe fish, maintenance habits, and long-term sustainability.
Learn how to build a thriving reef tank with proper setup, filtration, lighting, water parameters, beginner corals, reef-safe fish, maintenance, and sustainable reefkeeping tips.
Scott Shiles, May 08, 2026
Learn how to care for rare and exotic corals with advanced reef tank techniques for water quality, lighting, flow, acclimation, feeding, disease prevention, and propagation.
Learn advanced coral care techniques for rare and exotic reef tank species, including lighting, flow, acclimation, disease prevention, propagation, and water quality.
Scott Shiles, May 08, 2026
Learn how to choose, place, and care for SPS corals in a reef tank, including Acropora, Montipora, lighting, flow, water parameters, stability, pests, and online coral buying tips.
Shop SPS corals for reef tanks and learn how to care for Acropora, Montipora, and other small polyp stony corals with lighting, flow, placement, and stability tips.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
A comprehensive Torch Coral guide from Extreme Corals covering Torch Coral care, compatibility, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, aggression, tank mates, water parameters, and buying tips.
Shop Torch Corals and learn complete Torch Coral care, compatibility, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, aggression, tank mates, water parameters and buying tips.
Scott Shiles, May 15, 2026
Learn how to care for zoanthids in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, growth, feeding, pest prevention, palytoxin safety, and long-term zoa garden success.
Learn zoanthid coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, growth, pests, safe handling, water parameters, and how to build a colorful zoa garden.
Scott Shiles, May 08, 2026
Navigating the Light: A Comprehensive Approach to Coral Acclimation Under LED Illumination
Discover expert strategies to acclimate corals to LED lighting, safeguarding reef ecosystems while enhancing brilliance. Explore essential tips now for a thriving underwater sanctuary.
Scott Shiles, May 07, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide explaining coral symbiosis, zooxanthellae, reef lighting, nutrients, flow, bleaching, coral color, water chemistry, and long-term coral health.
Learn coral symbiosis in reef tanks, including zooxanthellae, lighting, nutrients, water flow, bleaching, coral color, water chemistry and long-term coral health.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to reef safe fish, including beginner fish, gobies, blennies, clownfish, wrasses, tangs, fish compatibility, quarantine, coral safety, and how to introduce fish to a reef tank.
Learn how to choose reef safe fish for coral reef aquariums, including beginner fish, gobies, blennies, clownfish, wrasses, tangs, compatibility, quarantine and coral safety.
Scott Shiles, May 06, 2026
Learn how to choose online corals for your reef tank, including soft corals, LPS, SPS, seller reputation, shipping, acclimation, quarantine, placement, lighting, flow and long-term coral health.
Learn how to buy corals online with confidence, including coral types, seller reputation, shipping, acclimation, quarantine, lighting, flow and reef tank care.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to sustaining live corals in reef tanks, including water quality, lighting, flow, nutrients, coral selection, feeding, placement, disease prevention, and long-term coral health.
Learn how to sustain live corals in reef tanks with essential care tips for water quality, lighting, flow, nutrients, coral selection, feeding, placement, disease prevention and long-term coral health
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to Donut Coral care, including Cynarina, Acanthophyllia and Scolymia-style LPS corals, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, compatibility, tissue recession and buying tips.
Learn Donut Coral care for reef tanks, including Cynarina, Acanthophyllia and Scolymia-style corals, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, tissue recession and LPS care tips.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Dive into the Depths: Crafting Your Reef Tank Haven
Explore the essential equipment needed to cultivate vibrant marine ecosystems in our comprehensive guide. From foundational tanks and filtration to advanced controllers and reactors, discover how to create and maintain your aquatic haven with expertise. Whether a novice or seasoned enthusiast, unlock the keys to nurturing thriving corals and fish while exploring optional tools that elevate your underwater sanctuary.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide explaining why reef keepers choose Extreme Corals for live corals, WYSIWYG coral shopping, soft corals, LPS corals, SPS corals, Zoanthids, coral care resources, shipping, and reef experience.
Learn why reef keepers buy live corals from Extreme Corals, including WYSIWYG coral shopping, soft corals, LPS, SPS, Zoanthids, coral care guides, shipping and reef experience.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to live coral care, including soft corals, LPS corals, SPS corals, water parameters, lighting, flow, nutrients, placement, pests, fragging, and long-term coral health.
Learn live coral care for reef tanks, including soft corals, LPS corals, SPS corals, water parameters, lighting, flow, nutrients, placement, pests, fragging and long-term coral health.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
A comprehensive, experience-based Wellsophyllia coral care guide from Extreme Corals covering lighting, flow, placement, water parameters, feeding, tissue health, pests, aggression and long-term LPS coral success.
Learn Wellsophyllia coral care from Extreme Corals, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, tissue health, pests, aggression and long-term LPS coral success.
Scott Shiles, May 07, 2026
A comprehensive, experience-based Hammer Coral care guide from Extreme Corals covering lighting, flow, placement, water parameters, feeding, branching vs wall hammers, aggression, growth and common problems.
Learn Hammer Coral care from Extreme Corals, including Euphyllia lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, branching vs wall hammers, pests, aggression and growth.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Bubble Coral in a reef aquarium, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, acclimation, pests and long-term LPS coral health.
Learn Bubble Coral care for reef tanks, including Plerogyra lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, acclimation and stress signs.
Scott Shiles, May 06, 2026
A practical, experience-based guide to keeping Acanthophyllia healthy, inflated, colorful, and safe from the handling and placement mistakes that often damage these prized LPS corals.
Learn how to care for Acanthophyllia corals in a reef tank with practical guidance on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water chemistry, acclimation, and common mistakes to avoid.
Scott Shiles, May 03, 2026
Learn which Trachyphyllia corals are best for beginners, how to choose the right one for your reef tank, and how to care for them successfully long term.
Discover the best Trachyphyllia corals for beginners, including care tips on lighting, placement, feeding, water flow, and choosing the right open brain coral.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Scolymia corals in reef tanks, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, acclimation, pests and common stress signs.
Learn Scolymia coral care for reef tanks, including doughnut coral lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, acclimation, pests and stress signs.
Scott Shiles, May 08, 2026
Learn how to keep torch coral healthy in a reef tank with the right lighting, water flow, feeding, placement, and stable water chemistry for long-term success.
Learn how to care for torch coral in a reef tank with tips on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, spacing, and water stability for healthy long-term growth.
Scott Shiles, May 11, 2026
Learn how to care for zoanthids in a home aquarium with the right lighting, water flow, feeding, placement, and pest prevention for long-term growth and color.
Learn how to care for zoanthids in a reef tank with tips on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water quality, propagation, and pest prevention.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn how to choose corals for sale online or locally, including soft corals, LPS, SPS, lighting, flow, water parameters, quarantine, pests and beginner coral care.
Learn how to choose healthy corals for sale, including soft corals, LPS, SPS, lighting, flow, water parameters, quarantine, pests and beginner coral care.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn how to care for Scolymia corals in a reef tank with the right lighting, flow, feeding, placement, and stable water conditions for long-term success.
Learn how to care for Scolymia corals in a reef tank with tips on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water stability, and beginner-friendly long-term care.
Scott Shiles, May 04, 2026
Learn how to care for live corals in a reef tank with beginner-friendly tips on lighting, water quality, flow, feeding, placement, and choosing the right starter corals.
Learn how to care for live corals in a reef tank with beginner tips on lighting, water quality, feeding, flow, placement, and choosing beginner-friendly coral species.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how to keep Goniopora corals thriving in a reef tank with expert advice on lighting, flow, feeding, water parameters, placement, and compatibility.
Learn how to care for Goniopora coral in a reef tank with expert tips on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, compatibility, and stable water conditions.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Exploring the Exquisite World of Acropora Corals: A Comprehensive Guide for Reef Aquarium Enthusiasts
Discover essential tips for keeping acropora corals in 'The Beginner's Guide to Keeping Acropora Corals: What You Need to Know'.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn how to order live corals online and add them to a reef tank safely, including coral types, shipping, unboxing, acclimation, placement, lighting, flow and water quality.
Learn how to choose, order, acclimate and care for live corals in a reef tank, including soft corals, LPS, SPS, shipping, lighting, flow and water quality.
Scott Shiles, May 06, 2026
Learn how to care for Alveopora coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, quarantine, acclimation, pests and stress signs.
Learn Alveopora coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, quarantine, acclimation and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn how to care for Bubble coral in a reef tank with the right lighting, water flow, placement, feeding, spacing, and stable water quality for long-term success.
Learn how to care for Bubble coral in a reef tank with tips on lighting, flow, placement, feeding, compatibility, and water quality for healthy long-term growth.
Scott Shiles, May 07, 2026
Learn how to care for Lobophyllia corals in a reef tank, including color, compatibility, feeding, placement, water flow, and the ideal tank conditions for long-term success.
Learn how to care for Lobophyllia corals in a reef tank with tips on colors, compatibility, feeding, placement, lighting, water flow, and healthy long-term growth.
Scott Shiles, May 04, 2026
Creating a Thriving Underwater World: A Guide to Coral Reef Aquariums
Dive into the vibrant and serene world of coral reef aquariums. Discover the beauty and benefits of bringing a slice of the ocean into your home, from selecting the perfect tank and beginner-friendly corals to maintaining a healthy environment and tackling common challenges
Scott Shiles, May 04, 2026
Learn why Sinularia leather coral is a great addition to reef tanks, including its appearance, beginner-friendly care, compatibility, growth habits, and aquarium benefits.
Discover the benefits of Sinularia leather coral in reef tanks, including easy care, visual appeal, compatibility, growth, and how it supports a healthy aquarium.
Scott Shiles, May 11, 2026
Discover how to set up and maintain a coral frag tank to grow and propagate coral fragments, promoting conservation and expanding your coral collection.
A coral frag tank is a specialized aquarium designed for growing and propagating coral fragments, promoting conservation and sustainability. These tanks offer a controlled environment, making them ideal for expanding coral collections and supporting reef ecosystems. Proper setup and maintenance, including appropriate lighting and water quality, are essential for successful coral growth.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Essential Tips and Techniques for Maintaining Vibrant and Healthy Blastomussa Corals
Blastomussa corals are a vibrant and hardy choice for reef aquariums, perfect for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike. This guide covers essential care tips, ideal tank conditions, and troubleshooting common issues to help you maintain healthy and beautiful Blastomussa corals.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Essential Tips for Thriving Toadstool Leather Corals in Your Aquarium
Learn how to care for Toadstool Leather Corals with tips on lighting, water flow, and placement to ensure a healthy and vibrant aquarium environment.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn how to identify Acanthophyllia, Cynarina, and Indophyllia corals, compare their care needs, and choose the right fleshy LPS coral for your reef tank.
Compare Acanthophyllia, Cynarina, and Indophyllia corals with care tips on identification, lighting, flow, feeding, placement, and reef tank compatibility.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how to care for Lobophyllia coral in a reef aquarium with practical guidance on lighting, water flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, compatibility, color, growth, troubleshooting, and long-term LPS coral health.
Learn Lobophyllia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, color, compatibility, growth, and Lobo brain coral health tips.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Unlocking the Secrets of Frogspawn Coral: A Dive into Coral Biology and Ecology
Frogspawn coral, scientifically known as Euphyllia divisa, captivates marine enthusiasts with its delicate yet resilient nature. This blog delves into the fascinating growth patterns, reproductive strategies, and environmental adaptations that allow frogspawn coral to thrive in dynamic marine environments. By understanding these mysteries, we gain deeper insights into the complexity and beauty of coral reef ecosystems.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Learn how to care for Ricordea corals in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, propagation, pests and common stress signs.
Learn Ricordea coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, propagation, pests and common mushroom coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Learn how corals grow in reef tanks, including coral anatomy, zooxanthellae, hard vs soft corals, calcium, magnesium, lighting, flow, nutrients, fragging and beginner coral care.
Learn how corals grow in reef tanks, including coral anatomy, zooxanthellae, hard vs soft corals, calcium, magnesium, lighting, flow and beginner care.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Learn how seasonal changes affect coral health in reef tanks, including temperature swings, lighting changes, salinity, feeding, equipment checks and coral stress signs.
Learn seasonal coral care for reef tanks, including temperature control, lighting changes, salinity, feeding, maintenance, coral stress signs and seasonal stability tips.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Learn how to quarantine new corals before adding them to your reef tank, including quarantine setup, lighting, flow, water parameters, coral dips, pest inspection and safe acclimation.
Learn how to quarantine corals before adding them to your reef tank, including pest inspection, coral dips, quarantine setup, water parameters and safe acclimation.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Learn how modern reef tank technology can support coral health, including LED lighting, automated testing, smart controllers, dosing systems, feeders, skimmers and flow pumps.
Learn how reef tank technology improves coral care with LED lighting, automated water testing, smart controllers, dosing, feeders, skimmers and flow pumps.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Learn how coral aggression works in reef tanks, including sweeper tentacles, chemical warfare, coral spacing, compatible placement, pruning, carbon use and long-term reef tank space management.
Learn how to manage coral aggression in reef tanks, including sweeper tentacles, chemical warfare, coral spacing, pruning, carbon use and compatible coral placement.
Scott Shiles, May 01, 2026
Learn the truth behind common coral care myths, including feeding, lighting, water flow, nutrients, nano tanks, coral spacing, acclimation and reef tank success.
Debunk common coral care myths about feeding, lighting, flow, nutrients, nano tanks, coral spacing and acclimation so your reef corals stay healthier.
Scott Shiles, May 07, 2026
Learn how to read coral health signs in a reef tank, including color, polyp extension, tissue condition, growth patterns, and the most common signs of stress.
Learn how to tell if your coral is healthy or stressed with tips on color, polyp extension, growth, tissue recession, lighting, water quality, and reef tank stability.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Discover the best corals for reef tank time-lapse videos, including torch coral, Xenia, green star polyps, zoanthids, frogspawn, Scolymia and Acanthophyllia.
Discover the best corals for time-lapse videos, including torch coral, Xenia, green star polyps, zoanthids, frogspawn, Scolymia and Acanthophyllia.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Explore 10 hardy beginner corals for new reef tanks, including soft corals and LPS corals that offer color, movement, manageable care, and strong early success.
Discover the best beginner corals for first-time reef keepers, including hardy soft corals and LPS corals that offer color, movement, and manageable care.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Explore the future of reefkeeping, including smart tank automation, coral aquaculture, reef lighting, flow control, nano reefs, aquascaping and better long-term coral survival.
Explore the future of reefkeeping with smart tank automation, coral aquaculture, reef lighting, nano reefs, aquascaping trends and sustainable coral care.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Unlock the Secrets of Coral Nutrition: Photosynthesis, Prey Capture, and Nutrient Absorption
Learn how corals feed and thrive through photosynthesis, prey capture, and nutrient absorption. Explore the science of coral metabolism and reef tank care
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Discover the Best Corals for Your Setup: Whether You Have a Nano, Mixed, or SPS-Dominant Tank
Choosing the right coral for your reef tank can be overwhelming. This guide breaks down the best corals for different setups—whether you have a nano tank, mixed reef, or SPS/LPS-dominant system. Find the perfect coral and start building your dream reef today.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how to care for Acanthastrea Bowerbanki coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Acanthastrea Bowerbanki coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, fragging, pests and common LPS problems.
Scott Shiles, May 11, 2026
Learn how to care for Acanthophyllia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, sandbed placement, feeding, water parameters, tissue health and common stress signs.
Learn Acanthophyllia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, sandbed placement, water parameters, tissue damage and common Meat Coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Bounce Mushroom corals in reef tanks, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, vesicle health, propagation and stress signs.
Learn Bounce Mushroom coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, vesicle health, propagation and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Cynarina coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, sandbed placement, feeding, water parameters, tissue health and common stress signs.
Learn Cynarina coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, sandbed placement, water parameters, tissue damage and common Meat Coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 10, 2026
Learn how to care for Echinophyllia Chalice Coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Echinophyllia coral care for reef tanks, including Chalice Coral lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Elegance Coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, sandbed placement, feeding, water parameters, aggression, tissue health and common stress signs.
Learn Elegance Coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, sandbed placement, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, tissue recession and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Favia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Favia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common brain coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Euphyllia corals in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Euphyllia coral care for reef tanks, including torch, hammer, frogspawn and grape coral lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how to care for Fungia Plate Coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, sandbed placement, feeding, water parameters, movement, regeneration and common stress signs.
Learn Fungia Plate Coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, sandbed placement, water parameters, tissue health, regeneration and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Favites coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Favites coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common War Coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn how to care for Green Star Polyps in a home reef aquarium with the right lighting, flow, feeding, placement, and maintenance for healthy long-term growth.
Learn how to care for Green Star Polyps in a reef tank with tips on lighting, flow, placement, feeding, growth control, and water stability for long-term success.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Goniastrea coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Goniastrea coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Hammer Coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, growth, fragging and common stress signs
Learn Hammer Coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, brown jelly disease and growth tips.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Indophyllia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, sandbed placement, feeding, water parameters, tissue health and common stress signs.
Learn Indophyllia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, sandbed placement, water parameters, tissue damage and common Button Coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Lobophyllia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Lobophyllia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common Lobed Brain Coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Micromussa corals, also called Micro Lords, with practical reef tank guidance for lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, compatibility and long-term growth.
Learn Micromussa coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, compatibility, growth, fragging and common stress signs.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how to care for Mycedium chalice coral, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Mycedium coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common chalice coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Pectinia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and stress signs.
Learn Pectinia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Platygyra Maze Brain coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and stress signs.
Learn Platygyra coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common Maze Brain Coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Sinularia Leather coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, shedding, allelopathy, feeding, water parameters, propagation and stress signs.
Learn Sinularia Leather coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, shedding, allelopathy, water parameters and propagation.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Symphyllia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, aggression, fragging and common stress signs.
Learn Symphyllia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how to care for Symphyllia Wilsoni coral in a reef tank, including cooler temperatures, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, aggression, fragging and stress signs.
Learn Symphyllia Wilsoni coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, cooler water, placement, water parameters, sweeper tentacles and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 05, 2026
Learn how to care for Symphyllia Wilsoni coral, including cooler temperatures, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, aggression and stress signs.
Learn Symphyllia Wilsoni coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, cooler water, placement, parameters, sweeper tentacles and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn how to care for Toadstool Leather coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, shedding, water parameters, feeding, compatibility, propagation and stress signs
Learn Toadstool Leather coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, shedding, water parameters, propagation and common problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Wellsophyllia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, sandbed placement, feeding, water parameters, tissue health and common stress signs.
Learn Wellsophyllia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, sandbed placement, water parameters, tissue damage and common Open Brain Coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn how to care for Trachyphyllia open brain coral, including lighting, flow, sandbed placement, feeding, water parameters, tissue health and common stress signs.
Learn Trachyphyllia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, sandbed placement, water parameters, tissue damage and common open brain coral problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn why Jawbreaker mushrooms are so prized in reef tanks, how to care for them, what makes them valuable, and how to keep their colors and growth on track.
Learn why Jawbreaker mushroom corals are so popular, how to care for them, and what lighting, flow, growth, and water conditions help them thrive in reef tanks.
Scott Shiles, May 14, 2026
Learn the best corals to add during summer, including mushrooms, zoanthids, Candy Cane corals, Ricordea, Green Star Polyps and practical reef tank cooling tips.
Discover the best summer corals for reef tanks and learn heat-safety tips for keeping corals healthy during hot weather, temperature swings and power outages.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how to care for Pectinia coral in a reef tank, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, aggression, fragging, stress signs and long-term health.
Learn Pectinia coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, sweeper tentacles, fragging and common stress signs.
Scott Shiles, May 11, 2026
Learn complete zoanthid coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, zoa gardens, common problems, pests and long-term growth.
Learn zoanthid coral care for reef tanks, including lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, zoa garden tips, pests and common zoa problems.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Learn why zoanthids stay closed in reef tanks, including lighting changes, flow problems, pests, unstable parameters, algae, fish nipping, shipping stress and zoa pox.
Find out why zoanthids stay closed and how to fix common reef tank problems like lighting changes, poor flow, pests, algae, unstable parameters and stress.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Uncovering the Threats That Lurk in Plain Sight in Your Reef Aquarium
Learn how to protect reef corals from common pests and predators, including Acropora-eating flatworms, Montipora nudibranchs, sundial snails, Aiptasia, hitchhiker crabs, and other reef tank threats.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn the must-have reef tank equipment for coral health, including lighting, flow pumps, skimmers, ATO systems, heaters, test kits, controllers, dosing tools and maintenance accessories.
Learn the essential reef tank tools and accessories for coral success, including lighting, protein skimmers, ATO systems, test kits, flow pumps and maintenance gear.
Scott Shiles, May 13, 2026
Explore the best beginner corals for new reef tanks, including zoanthids, mushrooms, Green Star Polyps, leather corals, Duncan, Candy Cane, Xenia, Hammer and Clove Polyps.
Discover the best beginner corals for first-time reef keepers, including hardy soft corals and LPS corals that offer color, movement, easy care and reef tank success.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how the coral microbiome affects reef tank health, including zooxanthellae, beneficial bacteria, nutrients, stress, disease resistance, coral color, probiotics and stability.
Learn how the coral microbiome supports coral health, color, growth and disease resistance, including zooxanthellae, beneficial bacteria, nutrients and reef tank stability.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how reef tank lighting affects coral growth, color, photosynthesis, PAR, spectrum, placement, lighting schedules, and coral health for soft corals, LPS, and SPS corals.
Learn how reef tank lighting affects coral growth, color and health, including PAR, spectrum, lighting schedules, coral placement, bleaching risks, and beginner reef lighting tips.
Scott Shiles, May 12, 2026
Learn how we recommend setting up a coral quarantine tank before adding new corals to your reef aquarium, including equipment, lighting, flow, dipping, observation, pest control, and long-term success.
Learn how we set up a coral quarantine tank before adding new corals to a reef aquarium. This guide covers equipment, lighting, flow, dipping, observation, pests, and safer coral introduction.
Scott Shiles, May 15, 2026
Scott Shiles, May 15, 2026
Learn how to care for hammer coral in a reef tank with expert guidance on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, compatibility, and the most common mistakes that affect long-term Euphyllia health.
Learn how to care for hammer coral in reef tanks with tips on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, and keeping Euphyllia healthy long term.
Scott Shiles, May 15, 2026
Learn how we care for Goniopora corals at ExtremeCorals.com, including lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water chemistry, common mistakes, pest and disease issues, and how to keep flowerpot corals thriving long term.
Learn how to care for Goniopora coral in reef tanks with expert tips on lighting, flow, feeding, placement, water parameters, common problems, and long-term flowerpot coral success.
Scott Shiles, May 18, 2026
A comprehensive mushroom coral comparison from Extreme Corals covering Rhodactis, Discosoma, bounce mushrooms, Jawbreaker-style mushrooms, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, growth and collector types.
Compare Rhodactis mushrooms and Discosoma mushrooms, including bounce mushrooms, Jawbreaker-style mushrooms, lighting, flow, placement, feeding, growth and collector types.
Scott Shiles, May 15, 2026
A comprehensive Extreme Corals guide to Duncan Coral care, including Duncanopsammia lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, growth, fragging, closed polyps, compatibility, buying tips and LPS coral care.
Learn Duncan Coral care for reef tanks, including Duncanopsammia lighting, flow, placement, feeding, water parameters, growth, fragging, closed polyps and LPS coral care tips.
Scott Shiles, May 26, 2026
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