A reliable hobby thanks to reliable products

Download: A reliable hobby thanks to reliable products (PDF file)New aquarium concept"Nautilus" is the new aquarium concept from Italian company Sicce. One special feature highlighted by the company is the option of three different lighting configurations for the aquarium cover: raised using two transparent brackets, suspended on steel wires from the ceiling or resting traditionally on the aquarium. The "Nautilus" aquarium with a capacity of 80 litres is available either with two "T8" 15 watt lamps or two 24 watt "T5" lamps. Sicce points out that "Nautilus" can also be used as a terrarium.www.sicce.comHealthy fish with algaeThe Polish company Tropical has introduced "Kelp Algae Flake". It contains 8 per cent of kelp algae (Ascophyllum nodosum) - the source of many valuable substances which enhance the immune system by stimulating the production of substances that inhibit the development of microbes. The algae also improve digestion processes, allowing the fish to make the best use of the nutrients, which encourages fish growth and improves the water parameters. Tropical recommends the new food for everyday feeding of fish. It has proved to be particularly valuable for fish undergoing stress or medical treatment, and during the quarantine period.www.tropical.com.plIlluminated aquariumsThe German company Schego has expanded its product line for the atmospheric illumination of aquariums and terrariums with "Schego Lux aqualine". It's a waterproof string of six LED lights with RGB controller, which allows for red, green and blue continuous light as well as for a slow colour gradient. The individual LEDs are spaced at intervals of 0.35 metres and equipped with vacuum cups for attachment to the aquarium or terrarium. Ten additional vacuum cups guarantee a comfortable and secure cable mounting. The low 12 V voltage and low energy consumption of 1.5 watts ensure safe and economical operation.www.schego.deSolution against algae"Ultra Algea x" by the German company Fauna-Marin is a strong and effective solution for removing hairy or plaque-type algae in reef tanks without harming any corals. It also removes dinoflagellates and Briopsis algae. It's available in three packaging sizes: 250, 500 and 1 000 ml.www.faunamarin.de/engEspecially for marine fishIn "Tetra Marine" the German-based company Tetra Europe offers a variety of balanced, premium feeds for marine fish. All the products contain the "BioActive" formula to help support fish immune systems:"Tetra Marine…