Don’t panic when a problem arises in your aquarium. Take a moment to understand the situation rather than hastily react.Henry Wadsworth Longfellow famously wrote, “Into each life some rain must fall.” For marine aquarium hobbyists, that “rain” often comes in the form of a troublesome algae outbreak, the appearance of an uninvited pest, out-of-whack water parameters, sick specimens, livestock compatibility or behavioral problems, or one of many other potential issues. Simply stated, if you’re involved in the aquarium hobby for any length of time, it’s not a question of if you’ll experience a frustrating problem, but when. When something does go awry, it’s perfectly natural for the hobbyist to want the problem resolved as soon as possible so tranquility can be restored and enjoyment resumed. But it’s important to keep in mind that many common marine aquarium problems are going to take time to remedy and that overreacting in an effort to quash the problem quickly often just makes matters worse. That’s not to say that an urgent response is never appropriate. Indeed, some aquarium problems or symptoms warrant immediate intervention More: Marine Aquarium Problem? Don’t Panic!… More:
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