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When temperatures climb during a UK heatwave, reef aquarium owners often find themselves fighting a battle against rising water temperatures. Unlike tropical reefs in the wild, our home aquariums have limited water volume and can heat up surprisingly quickly. A few degrees may not sound significant, but for sensitive corals, fish and invertebrates, prolonged exposure to excessive temperatures can lead to stress, bleaching, oxygen depletion and even livestock losses. If your r

Quick Answer: How Do You Ship Coral Frags in the UK? The best way to ship coral frags in the UK is to secure them in dedicated coral shipping containers, such as the Purbeck Polyps Coral Shipping Containers, rather than shipping them loose in bags. The frag should be mounted on a plug or tile, placed in a sealed container with saltwater, packed inside an insulated box, and sent using a next-day delivery service. This method minimises movement, reduces damage, and helps ensure

Once a mainstay of every reef tank - with advances in Care of SPS and LPS corals the humble leather coral has fallen somewhat out of fashion.

Beginners guide to caring for zoa and palythoa corals