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Paletta 500 - 1 year update - dinoflagellates and perfect flow
Over the past year Mike has made some changes to his 500 gallon reef. On this episode of AmericanReef Mike will discuss those changes. As well as a dinoflagellate issue and how he solved it. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com
Replace an aquarium stand when the aquarium has fish, coral, water, rocks, and even sand
On this episode of AmericanReef, we look at how Mike replaced his aquarium stand on the sunlit Paletta tank. As always, send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com.
Save hundreds of dollars in electricity - the new Tunze 6105 ECO
On this episode of AmericanReef, we talk about how the Tunze 6105 ECO pays for itself when comparing it to the other name brand circulating pumps. Send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
The Last Aquarium Stand You'll Ever Buy - Best Fish Tank Stand for your Aquarium
On this episode of americanreef, we are going to check out and assemble one of the best aquarium stands you can buy for a fish tank. Send all questions to americanreef@me.com
Avoid feeding flake and pellet foods - the new reef keeping hobbyist
On this episode of Americanreef, we explain why new hobbyists should avoid feeding flake and pellet foods to their saltwater coral reef aquarium. As always comments and concerns questions to americanreef@me.com
Some of the coolest neon torch & goniopora corals - SBB Corals unboxing - introduce corals aquarium
On this episode of AmericanReef, we see how Shane from SBB corals, packs and ships his corals. As well, what they look like after they have been acclimated. Send any questions to americanreef@ me.com
Speed up your water changes for less than $10, using a simple homemade tool - the pre-primed siphon
On this episode of AmericanReef we discuss a simple homemade tool every reef keeper will need, use and love. Send any questions to americanreef@me.com
Meet Brian and his cool reef shop - ReefCo Aquariums - Per Google reviews - it's a 5-Star shop
On this episode of AmericanReef, Brian owner of ReefCo Aquariums, gives us a virtual tour and a glimpse of what it's like to run and operate a LFS. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
3 pro tips for the saltwater and coral reef tank owner
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
Sanjay has a new tank and Mike and Sanjay discuss why they like it so much
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
How to build your own coral reef rock structures - TSA Custom Rock Work
How to build your own coral reef rock structures - TSA Custom Rock Work
Mike Paletta - Feeding Tips and Tricks & Tank Updates - feeding fish that won't eat
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
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
other fun stuff!! Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com
How to Stop Coral Die Off - Keeping your saltwater reef tank pest free
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a look at how the professionals handle coral die-off. As well, how to keep your saltwater reef tank pest free. For more reef keeping videos head on over to americanreef.com
The Paletta 500 Gallon Reef Tank Build Out - Phase I - starting a large saltwater tank
On this episode of Americanreef, the Paletta 500 gallon reef tank buildout, now has water in it! Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com.
The Paletta 500 has arrived - how to move and install large aquariums
On this episode of Americanreef, the Mike Paletta 500 gallon aquarium has arrived and it is time to unload it. Please send any questions to Americanreef@me.com
Designing the largest retail nano fish and Invert system in Florida (Maybe the US)
This week on AmericanReef, Kevin from Top Shelf Aquatics reviews the specifics of designing the largest retail nano fish and Invert system in central Florida and maybe the United States! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
The Tang Tank Busted at the Seam - Saltwater Reef Tank Fails - Silicone Failure - Aquarium Disaster
This week on AmericanReef, We review the lessons learned when my 110 Gallon Tang Tank busted at the seam! As always, send all questions to Americanreef@me.com
Top Shelf Aquatics - Behind the Curtains at One of the Premier Retail and Online Coral & Fish Stores
On this episode of Americanreef, we take a peek behind the curtains at one of the premier online and retail fish and coral shops in the country, Top Shelf Aquatics located just a few short minutes from Walt Disney world, Universal Studios and downtown Orlando Florida. As always, send any questions to Americanreef@me.com
The Paletta ELOS SPS Dominated Show Tank - 12 Months of Hell - Growing SPS Coral
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike talks about the first 12 months of hell now that it's 15 months into the Elos SPS dominated tank. As always, send any questions to americanreef@me.com
Tunze Smart Controller 7000 - A Pre-configuration Checklist
On this episode of AmericanReef, we review some basic details that will make configuring the Smart Controller 7000 a bit easier if you follow them before turning the unit on.
Why Tunze Stream 3 is a new approach to powerheads - AmericanReef reefkeeping video
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a closer look at the Tunze Stream 3! Please send any comments to AmericanReef@me.com.
Paletta Elos Project - Part III - ReefKeeping Videos - AmericanReef
On this episode of AmericanReef, we now have 10 weeks of progress on Mike's new 90 gallon reef tank. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Tunze Products Released at InterZoo 2016 - stream 3 - smart controller 7000 - calcium automat
On this episode of AmericanReef, we have a discussion with Roger about the new Tunze products released at Interzoo 2016. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
Part II of the Elos Tank Project - Aquascaping - ReefKeeping Videos
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike Paletta is aquascaping the Elos reef tank. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com
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