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Clownfish Host Anemones by John H. Tullock. Trying to find just the right anemone to go with your favorite clownfish? - or vice versa? This article lists and briefly describes nine species of anemones (bulb, long tentacle, purple long tentacle, sebae, beaded, ritteri, giant carpet, saddle and Merten's carpet), in order of their hardiness in aquaria, and details which species of clownfish are most likely to be hosted by each. Includes tips on care and handling.

Essentials of Aquarium Chemistry 1: pH and Alkalinity by John H. Tullock. John Tullock walks us through an explanation of pH and alkalinity in saltwater aquariums. Also addresses a number of other commonly seen terms, including neutralization reaction, carbonate hardness, molarity, equivalents, buffer, buffering capacity and dKH.

Essentials of Aquarium Chemistry 2: Calcium by John H. Tullock. Explains the importance and benefits of the addition of calcium to reef aquaria and instructs the hobbyist on how to prepare and administer limewater solutions.

Cycling the Tank by John H. Tullock. A step-by-step method to cycle a new tank inorganically (without risking the health or lives of any livestock). Includes tips on when to test for ammonia, nitrite, nitrate and pH, and what the results of those tests should mean to the hobbyist.

Parasite Problems by John H. Tullock. A discussion of the symptoms and treatment of the two common saltwater parasites, Cryptocaryon and Amyloodinium. Includes symptoms, instructions for the proper use of copper medications, and signs (and false signs) of cure.

Water Quality Measurement by John H. Tullock. A list of target values for temperature, specific gravity, pH, alkalinity, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, phosphate, calcium, dissolved oxygen carbon dioxide and iron for marine aquariums. Includes notes about some specific tests and a seven point section on "Good Lab Procedure."

Algae Control in the Marine Aquarium by John H. Tullock. By special permission, John Tullock has allowed us to post this excellent article on the AMDA site.

Marine Angelfish by John H. Tullock.  Another great, in depth article, by permission of John Tullock -- everything you ever wanted to know about the Family Pomacanthidae