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Millie Sheppard

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Millie is a passionate aquarist who caught the fishkeeping bug in high school and has been addicted ever since.
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A flat looking Miarmi Hurricane Chalice Coral in a saltwater aquarium
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Chalice Coral Care: Fragging, Feeding, Tank Light & Flow

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: September 14, 2023
Hey there, welcome to our care guide about the amazing Chalice Coral! If you are looking for a…
CCare Guides
An Arrow Crab swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Arrow Crab 101: Diet, Mates, Breeding & Behavior

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: September 14, 2023
We hope you are ready to learn about an alien-looking crab! It is great to know the Arrow…
CCare Guides
A lobo coral showing its vibrant colors in a saltwater aquarium
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Lobo Coral Care: Discoloration, Frag, Diet, and Tank Setup

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: September 14, 2023
Who wouldn’t want a coral in their aquarium that goes by the name of Tequila Sunrise Lobo? The…
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The 4 Best 10-Gallon Saltwater Tanks

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: September 6, 2023
We get it, there are many saltwater nano tanks out there and since 10 gallons is quite popular,…
CCare Guides
A Purple Firefish swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Purple Firefish Care: Diet, Size, Mates, Diseases and Reefs

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: August 14, 2023
Welcome to our Purple Fish care guide! This fish is beginner friendly so highly recommended to all those…
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A Scoly coral showing its bright colors
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Scoly Coral Care Guide: Fragging, Mates, Feeding and Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: August 14, 2023
Scolymia or Scoly Corals are a captivating addition to any marine tank. With their easy-going nature and ability…
CCare Guides
A Sun Coral showing its bright colors
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Sun Coral Care Guide: Fragging, Feeding and Flow

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: August 14, 2023
If you are looking for a bright coral that does not need lots of light then the Sun…
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A Dwarf Lionfish swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Dwarf Lionfish 101: Fuzzy, Zebra, Diet, Mates and Tank Size

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: August 14, 2023
We really like the Dwarf Lionfish because these creatures are small yet mighty, boasting striking colors and unique…
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A War Favia Coral showing its colors in a saltwater aquarium
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Favia Brain Coral Care: Feeding, Growth, Frag and Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: August 14, 2023
Favia corals are popular choices among reef enthusiasts due to their stunning colors and unique patterns. In this…
CCare Guides
Bubble algae spreading in a saltwater aquarium
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Bubble Algae Eating Fish, Cutting it Open and Removal

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: July 20, 2023
Welcome to our Bubble Algae Removal Care Guide! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced hobbyist, we’ve got you…
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An Acan Coral showing its colors in a saltwater aquarium
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Acan Coral Care: Fragging, Mates, Tank Flow and Light

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: July 20, 2023
If you’re fascinated by the colorful and mesmerizing beauty of Acan corals, you’ve come to the right place.…
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A Midas Blenny hiding from predators
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Midas Blenny Care: Breeding Care, Diet, Tank Size & Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: July 20, 2023
Hey there, welcome to the exciting world of the Midas Blenny! If you are a fan of blennies…
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A Copperband Butterflyfish swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Copperband Butterflyfish Care: Diet, Lifespan and Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: July 20, 2023
Hey there, fellow saltwater aquarists! Welcome to our guide on caring for the mesmerizing Copperband Butterflyfish!  These vibrant…
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Two Bumblebee Snails hiding in a saltwater aquarium
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Bumblebee Snail Care: Diet, Mates, Size and Tank

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: September 14, 2023
Welcome fellow saltwater aquarists! The tiny and charismatic Bumblebee Snails are a fantastic addition to any saltwater aquarium,…
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A Blastomussa Coral showing its colorful nature in a saltwater aquarium
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Blastomussa Coral: Types, Care, Diet, Mates and Fragging

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
Welcome to our friendly guide on caring for the stunning Blastomussa Corals. These vibrant and resilient corals are…
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A Doctorfish Tang swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Doctorfish Tang 101: Mates, Diet, Tank Size and Setup

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
If you’re seeking an addition to your aquatic family that exudes both beauty and charm, then look no…
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A Citron Clown Goby swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Clown Goby 101: Types, Diet, Mates, Tank Size & Setup

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: September 7, 2023
Welcome to our Clown Goby care guide! If you’re a saltwater aquarist looking to add a touch of…
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An Ocellaris Clownfish or "Nemo" swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Ocellaris Clownfish Care Guide: Diet, Size & Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: June 9, 2023
Welcome to our Ocellaris Clownfish care guide! If you’re a saltwater aquarist with a love for the magical…
CCare Guides
Different Clove Polyps in a saltwater aquarium
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Clove Polyps Care: Diet, Size, Colors, Mates & Breeding

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 1, 2023
Welcome, fellow saltwater aquarists, to our comprehensive care guide for the delightful Clove Polyps! These colorful organisms feature…
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A Bicolor Blenny resting on some corals
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Bicolor Blenny 101: Diet, Diseases, Size, Mates & Tank

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
Greetings, fellow saltwater aquarists! We’re thrilled to present to you our comprehensive care guide for the delightful Bicolor…
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Dwarf pencilfish inside a community aquarium
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35 Peaceful Community Fish For Your Tank (Updated List)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 15, 2023
Picking some community fish for your freshwater aquarium can seem a little intimidating at first. With so many…
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A turtle in a tank that has one of the best turtle filters
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11 Best Filters For Turtle Tanks (2023 Update)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 14, 2023
Getting a reliable turtle tank filter is very important if you want the best for your pet. But…
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A fire shrimp swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Fire Shrimp Care Guide: Size, Reef Safety, Diseases & Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: September 7, 2023
Welcome to the wonderful world of red fire shrimp care! If you’re looking to add a splash of…
CCare Guides
A Mimic Tang swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Mimic Tang Care: Tank Size, Nutrition, Mates & Diseases

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
If you’re seeking a captivating addition to your home aquarium, the Mimic Tang is sure to mesmerize you…
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A Gem Tang swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Gem Tang Care: Nutrition, Diseases, Tank Size & Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
Gem Tangs have a high price tag because they are not easy to find and transport, so it…
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A turtle tank heater warming the water
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Top 5 Best Turtle Tank Heaters (2023 Review + Extras)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 14, 2023
Finding the best turtle tank heater is something that a lot of new owners struggle with. They may…
CCare Guides
A powder brown tang swimming in a saltwater tank
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Powder Brown Tang 101: Diet, Mates, Tank & Reef Safety

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
The Powder Brown Tang could be a great addition to your saltwater tank as long as you are…
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A chevron tang swimming in a saltwater tank
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Chevron Tang Care Guide: Lifespan, Diet, Mates & Tanks

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 9, 2023
The Chevron Tang is a stunning fish species that is popular among aquarium enthusiasts. These fish are known…
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An aquarium that needs a lower pH
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How To Lower The pH In Your Aquarium Without The Hassle

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 5, 2023
Learning how to lower the pH in your aquarium is an essential skill when it comes to maintaining…
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Clown Tang swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Clown Tang Care: Diet, Tank Size, Mates and Breeding

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
Clown Tangs are not an easy fish to keep in your saltwater aquarium so make sure you learn…
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Purple Tang swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Purple Tang 101: Diet, Tank Setup, Lifespan & Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
Even though Purple Tangs are a bit pricey and somewhat aggressive, they are beautiful and rewarding fish species…
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A Salarias-fasciatus looking for algae to eat
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Lawnmower Blenny: Color Change, Diet, Tank Size & Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 10, 2023
Hello there! If you’re thinking about getting a Lawnmower Blenny, you’ve come to the right place. The Blenny…
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Chocolate Chip Starfish resting in a saltwater aquarium
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Chocolate Chip Starfish Care: Diet, Reef Safety & Tank Size

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 20, 2023
This post could’ve been about baking chocolate chip cookies but we decided to stay within our field of…
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Acrylic aquarium tunnel
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The Best Acrylic Fish Tanks For Sale In 2023

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 14, 2023
If you’re looking to pick up a new tank, an acrylic fish tank is something you’re probably considering. …
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Sexy Shrimp in a saltwater aquarium
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Sexy Shrimp Care Guide: Dance, Diet, Tank Size & Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 1, 2023
There are many pretty shrimp but there is only one Sexy Shrimp! These shrimp are not only good…
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A beautiful fish with a good name
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1,700+ Good Fish Names For Your Pet (Massive List)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 15, 2023
Picking a good fish name is harder than it seems. There are so many to choose from! If…
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Our 2023 Fluval FX6 Canister Filter Review: What A Beast!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 14, 2023
The Fluval FX6 is the cream of the crop when it comes to canister filters. Plain and simple.…
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Fluval FX4 Canister Filter Review (Updated For 2023)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: June 14, 2023
The Fluval FX4 canister filter is one of the best options for your aquarium. In fact, if you…
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Picasso Triggerfish swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Picasso Triggerfish Care Guide: Size, Tank Mates, & Diet

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Published: February 27, 2023
Pablo Picasso is known as the co-founder of the Cubist movement which takes apart objects and analyzes them…
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Aquarium filter floss creating very clean water
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Aquarium Filter Floss 101: Info + Our Recommendation

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • Updated: July 5, 2023
Aquarium filter floss is foreign to a lot of new aquarists. With so many things to learn, beginners…

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