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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Silicate¹⁴+: Feeding Sponges and Restoring Balance in Reef Aquariums
Silicate¹⁴+ provides reef-safe silicate to feed sponges and support diatoms that naturally suppress dinoflagellates. Learn how controlled silicate dosing helps strengthen biological balance and biodiversity in your reef system.
Mitchell Ballou |
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Manganese²⁵+: Essential Trace Support for Goniopora Health and Photosynthesis
Manganese²⁵+ restores vital trace manganese levels that support Goniopora vitality, polyp extension, and zooxanthellae photosynthesis. Formulated for precision correction, this laboratory-grade supplement helps sensitive corals thrive through balanced trace element...
Mitchell Ballou |
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Carbon Dosing in Reef Aquariums: Feeding the Bacteria That Feed Your Reef
Carbon dosing provides a measured carbon source that fuels beneficial bacteria to assimilate nitrate and phosphate, improving clarity and stability in reef aquariums. Learn what it is, why it works,...
Mitchell Ballou |
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Hydroshock Magnesium vs. Magnesium¹²+: Understanding When and Why to Use Each
Hydroshock Magnesium maintains ionic balance through daily dosing, while Magnesium¹²+ delivers concentrated correction when magnesium levels fall too low. Learn when to use each for safe, effective control of reef...
Mitchell Ballou |
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Discover Planktura: A Science-Driven Approach to Reef Tank Nutrition
Planktura is a science‑driven reef nutrition line offering live phytoplankton, copepods and beneficial bacteria to create a balanced, biodiverse tank. By supplying natural nutrients and microfauna, these living cultures improve...
Mitchell Ballou |
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The Mesmerizing Blue Mandarin: A Jewel of the Ocean
The Blue Mandarin Fish (Synchiropus splendidus) is a stunning reef dweller known for its psychedelic blue, orange, green and yellow patterns. Native to the Indo‑Pacific, these shy micro‑predators feed on...
Logan Boettinger |
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What is Hydroshock? Reef Charge’s 3-Part Dosing System Explained
Hydroshock by Reef Charge is a Canadian-made reef dosing system created to deliver balanced nutrition for every type of coral. Unlike two-part or “all-in-one” mixes, Hydroshock is split into three...
Madison Purches |
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Why Choosing the Right Nori Matters for Your Aquarium
Not all nori is safe for reef tanks. Grocery-store varieties often contain salts and preservatives that can harm fish and water quality. New Dawn’s high-grade Japanese nori is 100% pure,...
Mitchell Ballou |
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Harnessing Purple Non-Sulfur Bacteria for Cleaner Reef Aquariums
Discover how Rhodopseudomonas palustris, a versatile purple non-sulfur bacteria, can transform your reef tank. From fixing nitrogen into bioavailable ammonium that feeds corals and zooxanthellae, to breaking down waste and...
Madison Purches |
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Keep Reef Gear Running Like New: Reef Charge Citric Acid
Keep your pumps and powerheads running smoothly with Reef Charge’s Citric Acid Pump & Equipment Cleaner. This gentle, biodegradable formula dissolves calcium and mineral buildup without harsh chemicals, making it ideal...
Mitchell Ballou |
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Grow Live Phytoplankton with Planktura
Discover how Planktura cultures four premium phytoplankton strains and learn to do it yourself. Using our F/2 Macro/Trace fertilizers and optional nitrate boosts, you can feed your reef naturally, boost...
Madison Purches |
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Phosphorize – Fueling Photosynthesis and Coral Growth
Phosphorize restores non‑zero phosphate so corals can make energy, grow, and calcify. Learn why PO₄ is fuel—not foe, plus practical targets (0.03–0.10 ppm) and gentle dosing to keep your reef...
Madison Purches |
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Meet Ammplify: Your Coral’s Direct Line to Reef-Ready Nitrogen
Ammplify skips the scary side of “ammonia” and goes straight to reef-ready ammonium, giving your corals the nitrogen jolt they crave without the algae fallout.
Madison Purches |
