Bring it home the right way.
A friendly starting point for acclimating and caring for new arrivals. Always research each species’ specific needs.
Float
Float the sealed bag in your tank or a container of tank water for about 15 minutes to match temperature.
Drip or Add Water Slowly
Gradually mix tank water into the bag over 30–60 minutes so the animal adjusts to your water chemistry.
Dip Corals
Use a reef-safe coral dip to reduce hitchhiking pests before corals go into your display.
Keep Lights Low
Keep lights dimmed for the first day to reduce stress, especially for fish.
Quarantine
A separate quarantine tank is the best defense against introducing disease or pests.
Stability Wins
Stable temperature, salinity, alkalinity and nutrients matter more than chasing perfect numbers.
Quick Reference by Group
SPS Corals
High light, strong flow, very stable parameters. Best for established systems.
LPS Corals
Moderate light and flow. Give tentacles room — some species sting their neighbors.
Soft Corals & Mushrooms
Hardy and forgiving, great for newer tanks. Some spread quickly.
Zoanthids & Palythoa
Colorful and easy, but handle with gloves and eye protection — some contain potent toxins.
Fish
Research adult size, temperament and diet. Add peaceful fish before territorial ones.
Anemones & Clams
Need mature, stable systems and strong lighting. Anemones can move — cover pump intakes.
General educational content only. Ask the seller or the Community for species-specific advice.
