An unparalleled more than you will ever need to know reef and fish-only aquarium guide for tropical marine ornamentals authored by an extensively experienced and qualified coral reef expert specialised in keeping reef fish and invertebrates in both commercial and domestic settings. The Manual elucidates all areas of saltwater husbandry and system design which ensures the reader's success. Combines cutting-edge scientific and practical knowhow explained in simple terms. An exquisitely illuminated prestigious hardbacked volume with 626 A4 pages, with a 50-millimetre spine, and nearly 1,290 compelling images exploring captive and wild reef ecology that guides the layperson to Advanced Aquarist. Learn unrivalled efficacious life support and husbandry for domestic aquaria, commercial ventures, or objective scientific studies. Discover a vast assortment of money-saving "reef hacks". Comprehend why and devise effective mitigating strategies. Redress design flaws and optimise established systems. Effortlessly maintain and operate a vibrant reef while seamlessly replenishing trace elements. Develop instinctive and insightful fish and coral care. Explore DIY and proprietary reef and fish-only lighting solutions. Acquire pest-, nuisance algae-, and nutrient-management skills. Determine fish and coral compatibility. Become a talented aquascaper versed in compositional theory and manufacture DIY agarocrete sump bricks. Learn coral propagation The Reef RanchTM way. Fully comprehend embryo to first polyp, microbial symbiont acquisition, feeding, beneficial microbes for corals, and reef conservation. Prevent bleaching and safely accelerate skeletal growth. Microscopically diagnose and prevent coral and fish diseases and prepare and use DIY immunostimulants and safe efficacious remedies. Formulate trace element preparations and treatments, source natural calcium reactor media and limes, and recharge granular ferric oxide. Ease into livestock management for commercial enterprises by merging exportation or importation with acclimation, disease control, and cross-contamination avoidance protocols.