How hard is it to keep a refugium? Adding a refugium to the reef tank system can be a game changer for some reef keepers! Most experienced hobbyists agree that a Read More about How hard is it to keep a refugium?
How Macroalgae Benefits Coral Many hobbyists are constantly looking for ways to increase the health and vitality of their corals. There are many obvious ways to Read More about How Macroalgae Benefits Coral
Bulletproof Refugiums: Macroalgae Welcome to the next part of our series on how to build a bulletproof refugium. At AlgaeBarn, a lot of our customers have asked what the Read More about Bulletproof Refugiums: Macroalgae
A Closer Look at Clean Sea Lettuce AlgaeBarn is committed to doing our part to help keep the planet clean and green. It's why we're talking about the ways we can keep a Read More about A Closer Look at Clean Sea Lettuce
A Closer Look at Clean Chaeto Having always been one of our best-selling items, our Clean Chaeto literally flies off the shelf! We work hard to keep it in stock, and Read More about A Closer Look at Clean Chaeto
Ocean Pollinators We have some very exciting news to share about ocean pollinators! Marine researchers in France have just released exciting news that Read More about Ocean Pollinators
What is the Best Macroalgae for a Reef Tank? Marine aquarists and reef keepers are using macroalgae in their tanks as a source of natural filtration more frequently. Many reef Read More about What is the Best Macroalgae for a Reef Tank?
Should I Add Snails to My Refugium? If you guessed that a refugium is a wordplay on refuge and aquarium, you guessed right! A refugium is simply a tank for plant and Read More about Should I Add Snails to My Refugium?
Conservation Week: Celebrating Aquaculture Welcome to Conservation Week! Although we talk about conservation and sustainability on the regular here at AlgaeBarn, we are going the Read More about Conservation Week: Celebrating Aquaculture
To Tumble or Not to Tumble? If you decided to use a refugium for filtration of the reef tank than you most likely know how you want to stock it. But, if you’re Read More about To Tumble or Not to Tumble?
Is Sea Lettuce a Good Macroalgae for the Refugium? If you are looking for a way to control nutrient levels in the reef tank, macroalgae is a great way to do it! You may have heard about Read More about Is Sea Lettuce a Good Macroalgae for the Refugium?
What Light is Good for a Refugium? Back in the early days of the hobby, there were not many choices when it came to lighting. The basic options for light fixtures were Read More about What Light is Good for a Refugium?
How Fast Does Macroalgae Grow? A good portion of hobbyists will grow macroalgae in their reef tank systems. It has even become more common to see planted display Read More about How Fast Does Macroalgae Grow?
The Tank Booster Pack: Wholistic Reef Aquarium Balance If AlgaeBarn is known for one thing, it is our focus on natural aquarium maintenance methods. Some of our products are designed to Read More about The Tank Booster Pack: Wholistic Reef Aquarium Balance
A Remarkable Macroalgae: Chaeto in Aquaculture In honor of World Ocean Month, we will highlight some of our favorite products that help to preserve our ocean ecosystems. Chaetomorpha Read More about A Remarkable Macroalgae: Chaeto in Aquaculture
How Red Mangrove Aquaculture is Improving the Waters of the Gulf of Mexico Mangroves are trees that grow in the coastal waters in tropical and subtropical regions. The term mangrove is also used for referring Read More about How Red Mangrove Aquaculture is Improving the Waters of the Gulf of Mexico
How Red Ogo is Helping to Restore the US Pacific Coastline We are taking a dive deep into the world’s oceans and reefs! At AlgaeBarn, one of our top priorities is promoting more sustainability Read More about How Red Ogo is Helping to Restore the US Pacific Coastline
Using the Ultimate Macroalgae Pack Increasingly, aquarists are using planted refugia to conduct nutrient export and stabilize their captive ecosystems. Our ultimate Read More about Using the Ultimate Macroalgae Pack
The BIG 4 Refugium Macros It’s sort of hard to believe today that Caulerpa spp. macroalgae were once the only seaweed used in planted refugia. Well, pretty much Read More about The BIG 4 Refugium Macros
Using Ulva to Remove Excess Nutrients Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) is an extremely versatile refugium macroalgae. It’s big, verdant fronds can add a little “greenery” to a Read More about Using Ulva to Remove Excess Nutrients