Hydrogen Peroxide, Cyano & Dinos: A Practical Reefkeeping Guide
A quick reference to the peroxide treatment we occasionally use at New Dawn: cyano and dino examples, followed by seven clear steps.
Mitchell Ballou |
Aquaculture Insights
Hydrogen Peroxide, Cyano & Dinos: A Practical Reefkeeping Guide
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Coral microbiome 101: How beneficial bacteria support coral health
Corals are partnerships among an animal host, photosynthetic dinoflagellates, bacteria, archaea, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms. This article explains what the coral microbiome is, how some bacteria may support coral...
Madison Purches |
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How to measure your aquarium for a custom lid
Measure your aquarium once, map every piece of equipment, and design a custom mesh lid around the tank you actually own.
Mitchell Ballou |
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Built around your tank: Why we made Keepr Lids
Customers kept asking for a custom aquarium lid that fit their equipment without the premium cost or frustration. Keepr Lids is the story of how 3D printing and a lot...
Mitchell Ballou |
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Why We Made the Benchmark Calcium & Magnesium Test Kit
We wanted a calcium and magnesium test that was clear, repeatable, and easy to use at the aquarium. Here is what led us to make our own.
Mitchell Ballou |
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Introducing the Benchmark Alkalinity Test Kit
Benchmark Alkalinity Test Kit is built around a simple rule: test first, then dose.
Mitchell Ballou |
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How We Cycle a Reef Tank at New Dawn Aquaculture
Learn how New Dawn Aquaculture cycles reef tanks using live bacteria, a measured ammonia source, early pod seeding, live phytoplankton, and carefully chosen hardy corals.
Mitchell Ballou |
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Calcium and Magnesium in a Reef Aquarium: One System, Two Numbers
Calcium and magnesium aren’t just two separate numbers on your test kit—they’re a paired system that determines how easily your reef can build and maintain strong coral skeletons. When magnesium...
Mitchell Ballou |
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Why Pure Water Matters — And What Trace Zero Brings to Reefkeeping
Trace Zero is a dedicated water filtration brand built for high-purity RO/DI production—and it’s the same filtration we trust on our own coral farm. In this article, we break down...
Mitchell Ballou |
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12 Days of Christmas Giveaway
Celebrate the season with New Dawn Aquaculture’s 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway. Every in-store and online purchase from December 1–24 is automatically entered to win daily prizes including livestock, reef...
Mitchell Ballou |
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How to Identify and Eliminate Dinoflagellates (Dinos) in Reef Aquariums
Dinoflagellates, or “dinos,” are one of the most frustrating challenges in reef aquariums. This guide explains how to identify common dino species, rebalance nutrients, and restore stability using a natural,...
Andreas Torounidis |
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Fluoride⁹+: Supporting Acropora Strength and Blue Colouration
Fluoride⁹+ restores trace fluoride levels to enhance Acropora skeletal strength and blue pigmentation. Ideal for occasional correction after ICP testing.
Mitchell Ballou |
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Macro Boost: The Complete Mineral Foundation for Macroalgae Growth
Macro Boost from Reef Charge is a complete mineral foundation for macroalgae growth. By supplying balanced levels of potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, iodine, and trace elements, it fuels vibrant colouration...
Mitchell Ballou |
