AmericanReef

AmericanReefChannel

Science EN ↓ 134 episodes

This podcast is dedicated to helping an aquarists keep a successful saltwater and coral reef aquarium. We do it by talking to saltwater professionals and seeing how they do it.

Author

AmericanReef

Episodes

How to prevent and eliminate reef tank pests | Bristle Worm Video 26.05.2022 8:15

On this episode of AmericanReef we discuss how to prevent and eliminate reef tank pests, specifically the Bristle Worm. Send any questions to americanreef@me.com

Reef keeping parameter ratios between 20 of the hobbies most successful coral growers Video 15.03.2022 22:42

On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike shares the results of comparing various Reef keeping parameters between 20 of the hobbies most successful coral growers and reef keepers. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

A simple (and free) tip to help increase your coral growth - From Mike Video 04.01.2022 22:29

On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike shares with us a simple pro tip for getting faster coral growth in your saltwater and coral reef tank. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

The benefits Mike saw by feeding phytoplankton and rotifers in his saltwater reef tanks Video 08.10.2021 26:29

On this episode of americanreef we talk with Mike about growing and feeding phytoplankton and rotifers for your saltwater and reef tank. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com

What Mike Paletta learned about coral reef keeping and saltwater fish during COVID-19 Video 22.07.2021 26:35

On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike Paletta talks to us about what he learned about coral reef keeping and saltwater fish during the COVID-19 pandemic. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Tang Tank Update - Americanreef saltwater reef keeping video Video 07.06.2021 27:38

On this episode of AmericanReef, we discuss all the changes made to the Tang Tank since the last video. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Tim's Reef Tank - Battling RTN and a Kalk overdose - New to Saltwater Reef aquarium Video 20.02.2021 45:38

On this episode of AmericanReef, Tim discusses how he has been battling RTN and a Kalk overdose with his beautiful 400 gallon reef. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Three Pro ReefKeeping Tips from the Pros at Top Shelf Aquatics - americanreef Video 26.10.2020 10:41

On this episode of AmericanReef, Kevin from Top Shelf Aquatics gives us 3 pro tips for the saltwater and coral reef tank owner. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

SanJays monti and soft coral tanks update - Setting up a saltwater aquarium Video 26.10.2020 29:43

On this episode of Americanreef, SanJay talks about his two other saltwater tanks, the softie and monti tanks. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Paletta 500 Update - the effects of CO2 Video 22.07.2020 45:47

On this episode of Americanreef, we have an update to the Paletta 500 gallon reef tank and the growth of some of those new frags from the last video. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Sanjay has a new tank and Mike and Sanjay discuss why they like it so much - Americanreef saltwater Video 01.06.2020 17:36

On this episode of Americanreef, SanJay set up a new aquarium and Mike and Sanjay discuss why they like it so much. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

1 Year Update on the Paletta Nano - before he breaks it down - Saltwater Tank Upgrade Americanreef Video 03.04.2020 20:33

On this episode of Americanreef, Mike is upgrading the Nano. We discuss what that upgrade will look like and why he wants to upgrade. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Mike added new coral to his big reef tank | Mike & Sanjay Top Shelf Aquatics frag grow out | Part I Video 10.02.2020 51:35

On this episode of Americanreef, Mike is adding 20 frags to the 500 gallon reef tank. He will also demonstrate what he believes is the best way to mount and clean the coral frags, As well as talk about his thoughts on coral placement. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

PSU Reef Tank 2009 - lighting filtration flow & chiller - 10 gallon saltwater fish tank setup Video 10.02.2020 25:24

On this episode of Americanreef, we travel back in time to what I feel was one of the first (hobbyist maintain) successful beautiful large SPS dominated reef tanks in America. In this episode, we are checking out the old school life support systems like filtration, lighting, chilling and dosing. If you have a 10 gallon saltwater fish tank setup and want to upgrade, check out this video for great i...

How to build your own coral reef rock structures - TSA Custom Rock Work Video 18.12.2019 16:50

On this episode of Americanreef, we're going to check out how to build your own custom coral reef rock structures. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Part II - Growing Healthy Colorful Corals - Top Shelf Aquatics - Aquaculture Farm Design Video 12.11.2019 36:30

On this episode of Americanreef, we had back out to the Top Shelf Aquatics aquaculture facility to get a tour of the components including the life support and lighting systems used to power the farm. Send all the questions too, Americanreef@me.com

One of the first successful beautiful large SPS dominated reef tanks in America Video 01.11.2019 29:53

On this episode of Americanreef, we travel back in time to what I feel was one of the first (hobbyist maintain) successful beautiful large SPS dominated reef tanks in America.

Growing Healthy Colorful Coral Quickly -The Top Shelf Aquatics State of the Art Aquaculture Facility Video 07.10.2019 32:17

On this episode of Americanreef, we talk to the professionals to see how they grow healthy, vibrant, hard to get coral as fast as humanly possible. In this segment, we have a high-level overview of their new aquaculture facility. Send all questions over to Americanreef@me.com

Kevin's Filtration Room - Three Reef Tanks One Skimmer Video 30.08.2019 22:11

On this episode of Americanreef we go back to visit Kevin and he gives us a tour of the filtration room that handles the life-support for his beautiful SPS dominated tank. Please send any questions to Americanreef@me.com

SanJay and Mike - new changes to Sanjay's saltwater reef tank - ozone and Nyos Torq to name a few Video 24.07.2019 47:11

On this episode of Americanreef, Mike and I visit Sanjay to talk about some of the changes he has made on his main display tank. As always, Please send any questions to Americanreef@me.com

Reminder - The Top Shelf Aquatics Live Sale Starts Today and Noon - Coral Savings up to 80% Video 27.06.2019 37:12

This is the sale talked about in the previous video. It only happens approximately 4 times a year and this weekend is one of those times. Win free corals and other free prizes while at the same time getting some of the coolest rarest corals that exists in the hobby. In this video, we get to hear from one of the owners of Top Shelf Aquatics on how the sale works and how to get some of the best deal...

Kevin's Showpiece Reef Aquarium Video 05.06.2019 43:41

On this episode of Americanreef, we have another tank tour. In this video, we are showcasing Kevin's amazing reef tank. Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com

Mike is improving the filtration on the new 500 gallon tank Video 03.05.2019 52:35

On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike improved the filtration on the new 500 gallon tank and Top Shelf Aquatics rules! Send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Mike Paletta - Feeding Tips and Tricks & Tank Updates - feeding fish that won't eat Video 11.04.2019 27:06

On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike shares some of the tips and tricks that he uses when feeding his aquariums. Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com

Finding and Eradicating Pests - Starting a reef tank Video 11.03.2019 40:51

On this episode of AmericanReef, we visit the professionals at TopShelf aquatics and discuss how they find and eradicate reef tank pests using jewelers glasses, antibiotics and lots of other fun stuff!! Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com