Articles by Reefer Matt

Why You Aren’t Successful at Reefing (And How You Can Be) by Reefer Matt Matt’s clownfish “Nemo jr.” in his Elegance coral (Catalaphyllia jardinei). Hey Reefers! In this article, I’ll share some of the reasons why you might not have the reefing success that you’d like. I’ll also give my tips...

A Beginner’s Guide to Reef Aquariums By Reefer Matt Matt’s First Reef Tank! Circa 2005 Preface: This article is a beginner’s guide to reefing and does not encompass all aspects of the reef aquarium hobby. It is meant to be a basic guide to get started in reefing. All information is based on...

Demystifying SPS Coral Care by Reefer Matt Hello Reefers! I thought I’d share my thoughts and experience with SPS coral and how I care for them. In this article, I hope you’ll find something to take with you, and apply it to your tank. Matt’s 75 Gallon SPS Tank First, I’d like to start by...