Overview
At AquaTouch we consider education to be a very important part of
maintaining a successful marine aquarium. This is the area of our Website where we pass on
information that we have learned over the years. It is our hope that this information will
help you be a successful hobbyist and avoid learning things the hard way. Through
education and sharing information we will avoid the frustration of losing animals and
spending money on useless or unneeded equipment.
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This is our news letter, it contains information about fish and invertebrates as well as
tips for maintaining your aquarium.
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AquaTouch's recommendations for live stock acclimation.
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Look here for information on lighting a reef tank, when to change out your lamps, or
trouble shooting lighting problems.
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This article contains important information about Mycobacterium marinum. This a
bacterium which can cause a disease in humans commonly known as Fish Tank Granuloma.
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This is a link to Web Site with information on First Aid and Medical treatment for
stings and injuries from marine animals.
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This is a full set of instructions for building your own surge bucket. If
you are
a Do It Your self kind of person and have a reef tank, take a look at these
plans.
- Algae
Information on identification and control of some problem algae.
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Lighting
An article to help navigate the many choices of aquarium lighting technology
and their application.
- Refugiums
A how-to guide for introducing a micro-habitat on your reef tank. Also
includes information on what they are and how they work.
- Testing
Aquarium water chemistry fundamentals. Covers what to test for and why.
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Saltwater Success
A guide to creating a successful marine aquarium.
- Protein Skimming Basics
An introduction to the concept of protein skimming and their application on
marine aquariums.