Livestock

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  Clams

  Giant clams are among the most spectacular invertebrates for reef aquariums. Species in the genera Tridacna and Hippopus are prized for their vibrant colors, impressive size, and the symbiotic zooxanthellae algae that provide them with nutrition through photosynthesis. These clams require strong lighting, good water quality, and stable calcium and alkalinity levels to thrive in the home aquarium.

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  Ermaphytic Sceleterian Corals

  LPS and SPS are acronyms for Large Polyped Stony and Small-Polyped Scleractinian corals. LPS corals are among the most beautiful due to their fleshy texture, vibrant colors, and movement in water currents. SPS corals are the fundamental reef builders with incredible growth rates - their skeletons create the backbone of reef structures.

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  Fish

  This gallery showcases the diverse array of tropical marine fish suitable for reef aquariums. From iconic clownfish and colorful tangs to elegant wrasses and schooling anthias, reef fish bring life and movement to any tank. Each species has specific requirements for diet, tank mates, and water parameters that should be considered before adding to a reef system.

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  Gorgonians

  Gorgonians are species of octocorals with eight-petaled tentacles and mostly have a tree-like shape. They have a colonial coenenchyme supported on an axial skeleton made of a proteinaceous material called gorgonin, which is similar to substance in animal horns. They require good water flow to deliver nutrients and prevent algae growth on their tissue.

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  LPS Corals

  LPS (Large-Polyped Scleractinian) corals are among the most beautiful corals in the hobby due to their fleshy texture, vibrant colors, odd sizes and shapes, and their ability to move and sway in water currents. They are generally more forgiving than SPS corals and make excellent choices for intermediate reefkeepers. LPS corals typically prefer moderate lighting and water flow.

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  Odd Critters

  This gallery showcases the diverse world of reef invertebrates and odd critters that make up the cleanup crew and interesting inhabitants of marine aquariums. From colorful shrimp and decorative crabs to fascinating sea stars and useful snails, these creatures play important roles in maintaining a healthy reef ecosystem.

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  SPS Corals

  SPS (Small-Polyped Scleractinian) corals are the primary colonizers and fundamental reef builders. They have incredible growth rates and their skeletons create the backbone of reef structures. These corals were once thought impossible to keep in home aquariums but are now common in advanced reef tanks. They require stable water parameters, strong lighting, and high water flow.