Learn how to place corals correctly in a reef tank based on lighting, flow, aggression, growth pattern, and sandbed versus rockwork placement so your corals stay healthier and grow better long term.
Learn how to place corals in a reef tank with practical tips on lighting, flow, aggression, spacing, sandbed placement, rockwork zones, and long-term coral growth.
Scott Shiles, April 30, 2026
Learn how coral overfeeding affects reef aquariums, including signs of excess food, nitrate and phosphate spikes, algae growth, coral stress, tissue recession, water quality problems, and how to feed corals safely without harming your tank.
Learn if you can overfeed corals, including signs of overfeeding, algae risks, nitrate and phosphate spikes, coral stress, water quality issues, and safe feeding tips.
Scott Shiles, April 30, 2026
Learn how to choose the best live corals for your reef tank, including soft corals, LPS, SPS, mushrooms, zoanthids, beginner options, WYSIWYG corals, and coral buying tips.
Discover the best live corals for reef tanks, including soft corals, LPS, SPS, mushrooms, and zoanthids, plus tips for choosing healthy corals from ExtremeCorals.com.
Scott Shiles, April 29, 2026
Learn which snails, hermit crabs, shrimp, urchins, starfish, and other reef-safe invertebrates can help maintain a cleaner reef tank, control algae, process detritus, support the sandbed, and protect coral health.
Learn the best reef tank cleanup crew invertebrates, including snails, hermit crabs, shrimp, urchins, starfish, algae grazers, sand sifters, detritus eaters, and stocking tips.
Scott Shiles, April 29, 2026
Learn how coral microbiomes work, why beneficial bacteria and zooxanthellae algae matter, and how stable water quality, lighting, feeding, nutrients, and reef tank husbandry support healthier corals.
Learn how coral microbiomes support coral health through beneficial bacteria, zooxanthellae algae, nutrient cycling, immunity, color, bleaching resistance, and reef tank stability.
Scott Shiles, April 29, 2026
Discover five eye-catching corals that can bring color, movement, shape, and personality to a home reef tank, with practical guidance on Goniopora, Hammer Coral, Bubble Coral, Discosoma Mushrooms, and Elegance Coral.
Explore five standout corals for reef aquariums, including Goniopora, Hammer Coral, Bubble Coral, Discosoma Mushroom Coral, and Elegance Coral, with care and placement tips.
Scott Shiles, April 29, 2026
Learn how to dip new corals safely before adding them to your reef tank, including why coral dipping matters, what pests to watch for, step-by-step technique, common mistakes, and how to protect long-term coral health.
Learn how to dip new corals before adding them to your reef tank. This practical guide covers coral pests, dip technique, quarantine tips, common mistakes, and safer coral acclimation.
Scott Shiles, April 29, 2026
A practical reef tank guide to lighting, flow, feeding, placement, and long-term care for Symphyllia wilsoni coral.
Learn how to care for Symphyllia wilsoni coral in a reef tank, including ideal lighting, gentle flow, safe placement, feeding tips, water stability, and common mistakes to avoid.
Scott Shiles, April 29, 2026
