About Saltwater Aquarium Guide
An independent website about saltwater and reef aquariums: how to plan one, what equipment it needs and how to look after the animals in it.
What you will find here
- A beginner path that takes a first saltwater tank from planning to maintenance.
- Reef guides on tank setups, coral care and aquascaping.
- Equipment write-ups covering lighting, pumps, filtration, controllers and test gear.
- Species profiles with care level, temperament and minimum tank size.
- Free planning tools that run in your browser.
How the site is funded
Saltwater Aquarium Guide takes part in the Amazon Associates programme. Some links go to Amazon, and if you buy through one the site earns a commission at no extra cost to you. Those links are labelled. The full details are in the affiliate disclosure.
How content is put together
The editorial standards page explains what the guides and equipment write-ups are based on, how livestock advice is framed and how corrections are handled.
A note on responsibility
Aquariums hold living animals, and every tank is different. Treat what you read here as a starting point, check equipment details with the manufacturer, and ask an experienced aquarist or aquatic vet when an animal’s health is at stake.
Get in touch
Questions, corrections and suggestions are welcome through the contact page.