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The Best Algae Eaters for a Clean, Thriving Planted Aquarium

The Best Algae Eaters for a Clean, Thriving Planted Aquarium

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Why Replacing Your RO/DI Filters Is Essential for a Healthy Aquarium

Why Replacing Your RO/DI Filters Is Essential for a Healthy Aquarium

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Starting Your First Planted Aquarium: The Best Hardy Plants for Beginners

Starting Your First Planted Aquarium: The Best Hardy Plants for Beginners

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Year Of The Reef Build Series

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25: Equipment Care That Protects Your Reef

25: Equipment Care That Protects Your Reef

In Year of the Reef, Episode 25, Jess takes a deep dive into the essential equipment checks and cleaning routines that every aquarist should build into their schedule. From ensuring pumps run efficiently to keeping sensors accurate and plumbing clear, this episode shows how proper equipment care can prevent failures and keep your system stable for the long term.

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24: Coral Killers: How to Prevent and Eliminate Reef Pests

24: Coral Killers: How to Prevent and Eliminate Reef Pests

Tiny, nearly invisible pests can devastate your corals before you even know they exist. In today’s episode, Jess breaks down the most common (and most destructive) coral pests—Aiptasia, flatworms, nudibranchs, acropora-eating flatworms, red bugs, and more.

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23: Keeping your sand clean

23: Keeping your sand clean

A clean sand bed isn’t just about looks—it’s vital for the health and stability of your reef tank. In this episode of Year of the Reef, Jess breaks down how to keep your sand bed pristine, prevent algae blooms, and support your tank’s natural ecosystem.

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22. Stop Cloudy Water in Your Reef Tank

22. Stop Cloudy Water in Your Reef Tank

Want your reef tank to look like the ones you see in magazines — crystal-clear, vibrant, and alive? In this episode of Year of the Reef, Jess breaks down exactly how to achieve and maintain sparkling clear water in your...

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21. Break the Algae Cycle in Your Reef Tank

21. Break the Algae Cycle in Your Reef Tank

Tired of fighting algae in your reef tank — only to see it come back again and again? In Episode 21 of Year of the Reef, Jess breaks down how to break the algae cycle for good. Learn what really...

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20. Aquarium Automation Explained

20. Aquarium Automation Explained

Consistency is the secret to a thriving reef tank — but life happens. Travel, busy schedules, or simple forgetfulness can throw your saltwater aquarium out of balance. That’s where aquarium automation steps in.

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