As you may already know, one of our biggest projects at The Fish Reef are brand new tank installs, but did you know we can also revamp an old tank? If you have an old fish tank that may be collecting dust, or you were given a tank as a gift but have no idea […]
Corals are animals, as they do not produce their own food. Coral benefit from a symbiosis of animal and plant life. Coral (or coral polyps) are small organisms with soft bodies. They are made up of a protective skeleton made of limestone. This is called a “calicle” and it’s the harder base of the coral. […]
Need an easy and convenient way to get an idea for your aquarium rock scape? Look no further than our store floor in front of our beautiful freshwater tank-a full table of sand and rock with measurements to help gauge what the rock scape can look like in your tank. Once you’re satisfied with your […]
Desktop aquariums are available now at The Fish Reef in Centennial, Colorado. Desktop tanks are perfect for hobbyists of all kinds, whether beginners or more experience hobbyists. They make a great addition to offices for a relaxing and peaceful addition to the current age of at home work. Desktop aquariums also make it easy to […]
The Fish Reef wants everyone to know that we are a different kind of fish store, and what better way than when we display it on social media? If you’re not already following us on Facebook and Instagram, you can find us @thefishreef and just search “the fish reef” on Facebook and YouTube.
As you may already know, one of our biggest projects at The Fish Reef are brand new tank installs, but did you know we can also revamp an old tank? If you have an old fish tank that may be collecting dust, or you were given a tank as a gift but have no idea […]
Freshwater tanks. Saltwater tanks. What about ponds? We at The Fish Reef go further beyond just custom tanks because we also build koi ponds. The process requires more than our usual install team but we get it done. If you’re curious about adding a koi pond to your backyard or property, please reach out to […]
Is aquarium water testing really necessary?Absolutely! In a newly set up aquarium, water testing is critically to avoid fish loss as ammonia and nitrite rapidly rise. In an established aquarium, water testing is important to ensure the continued health of your fish. Test kits should be considered an important part of the operating expense associated with keeping […]
Here are a few illnesses you need to look for as a fish owner. Ich (or Ick) : This can be noticed when you see white spots that make it look like your fish was sprinkled with salt or sugar. The fish may also move their gills quickly, become slow or rub against the tank. This […]
Aquariums can be large, awkward and heavy to carry. Did you know they also require a fair amount of plumbing and time? Smaller tanks are more manageable and the set up helps to acquaint you with your tank, but if you have a larger tank or you simply don’t have the time to set it up-that’s […]
