The state of Michigan has introduced a new regulation requiring those who sell live aquatic organisms to register with the Department of Natural Resources with descriptions of the organisms they intend on selling. At times it is unclear if this legislation refers to aquatic life in the...

The state of Michigan has introduced a new regulation requiring those who sell live aquatic organisms to register with the Department of Natural Resources with descriptions of the organisms they intend on selling. At times it is unclear if this legislation refers to aquatic life in the...

Just out of curiosity, has anyone ever ordered saltwater fish online from a LiveAquaria or other site? A lot of them give a 14-30 day guarantee on fish. I've only ever bought from local establishments but I'm wondering what some people's experiences have been with this. Anyone have any input?

We've all read or unfortunately have been a victim to reef safe menses. I'm going to share my experience with you about keeping several of these safe hit or miss species. My tank is relatively small (29gal.)and is un-filtered and un-skimmed. Because it is so small and economical. Expecially...

Setting up a new tank should have water in it and the next day or two would like to get a few fish in it pretty quick will be putting live rocking it right away along with some lives and wondering if anybody is ever used the nitrifying bacteria read many things online about it and watched...

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When the United States Fish and Wildlife first published the charges against me, I posted that much of it was heavily exaggerated or untrue and most of it would eventually "blow over." The Judge finally recognized an over ambitious prosecutor, and I didn't go to jail or pay $500,000.00 in...

Does anyone have experience with the eheim classic canister filter. I was reading reviews and im surprised by all the positive reviews. Im only using it on a turtle tank. Just wondering what people have thought that used them. If you have other suggestion let me know its a 75 gallon system and i...

Anyone else see this? Big trouble brewing for the future of aquarium LEDs

I'm setting up a planted freshwater tank and am looking for suggestions on good LFS that carry freshwater plants and fish and have a great reputation/staff. I'm down in monroe, but anything south of 696, or as far west as ann arbor i'm willing to drive to if it's a nice place. so far the only...

Dear Members, I am sad and happy to inform you that Michiganreefers.com has been sold to new owners. It’s been a pleasure and honor doing this site and working with you guys and the members at large since I started Michiganreefers.com back in 2003. The notes and messages I have gotten over the...

I am looking to add a few fish to my tank and been thinking about ordering some online from Saltwaterfish.com but I don't have a QT tank. Do their fish require QT time or will be safe to add them to my tank. Or should I just fork up the extra cash and buy from LFS's. Thanks for all input...

I have a tiger pistol shrimp and he is acting strange, he is darting up to the top of my tank and is just acting like he doesnt give one f***, hes going everywhere in my tank, this is the 1st time ive ever seen this behavior in the months i have had him. Should i be worried?

Like Title States. Looking for an old style maxi-jet 600. One that came in the nice green box when new. Thanks.

I have a copperband I picked up this weekend. Appeared fine. And I was told it was eating fine at LFS. I observed a feeding but it was difficult to actually observe it in the small tank with cover. Anyhow: I haven't seen him eat ANY provided food I have to offer. Mainly - Frozen Brine (which...

We currently have a culligan ro/di system in our house. however im not sure if this is going to be good enough, since im noticing the phosphates like to stick around .2 - .3.. I was wondering what would be a good alternative unit to use and also if there are certain filter media or filter...

who has one of these awesome nems and how long have you had it?