Reef Builders

06/17/2026

In this special coverage straight from Nuremberg, Germany, Shawn and Evie take us onto the floor of Interzoo 2026 to meet Stefan Immke—the brilliant mind behind the groundbreaking Gravity Lights by B-Ocean.

Stefan shares the incredible backstory of how this project captured Jake’s vision and dives deep into the jaw-dropping tech, custom features, and spectrum control that set this light completely apart from anything else over a reef tank.

If you are obsessed with cutting-edge coral growth, perfect coloration, and the future of aquarium lighting, this is a must-watch episode.

🔗’s in the comments for video & the Gravity LED System.

06/17/2026

Can you name that cleaner wrasse? Ichthyologists are working on reclassification of the genus.

If you’ve been in the marine aquarium hobby for more than five minutes, you know exactly what a cleaner wrasse is. They are one of the coolest functional fish, reef doctors, famed for their essential…

05/30/2026

✨ Special Double Feature article & video✨

Age is just a number when it comes to entrepreneurial grit. 🌊
At just 24 years old, Alan Lee, founder of Koral King, has built a massive reputation in the aquarium and marine livestock industry. His latest achievement? Sourcing and safely importing a $35,000 pure white tang—the rarest of its kind—to Reef-A-Palooza Orlando.
What looks like a stroke of luck was actually a grueling 2.5-year logistics mission involving international networking, strict federal permits, and managing complex supply chain transits to ensure the animal’s health.

Alan started selling high-end corals out of his college dorm room at 17, opened his storefront at 19 while balancing university exams, and is now driving the future of the reefing industry.

An incredible look at passion meeting relentless ex*****on. Read the full feature on Reef Builders 🔗 Link in comments to article & video.

05/17/2026

The trip to Interzoo has come to a close! From the Netherlands to Germany we have seen so many incredible animals along with met amazing people and even hung out with some of our friends at home abroad!

There must be at least 10 videos in the pipeline and one includes a special tour of Danny’s saltwater paludarium.

New product drops, special articles & more are coming! ~Evie Lyn Hale

05/09/2026

The American Cichlid Association seeks the return of missing funds. Protecting the income of non-profits in the aquatic hobby has proven challenging over time. How protected is your club from possible malfeasance?

It appears that 2026 may be the year of high profile court cases. This time, it’s Dr. Tim that’s in the crosshairs. The American Cichlid Association (ACA), a prominent Ohio-based non-profit dedicated…

05/07/2026

WORLD’S FIRST!

QM does it again, this time with the Black Longnose Tang (Zebrasoma rostratum)

Read it here first on Reefbuilders!

04/29/2026

Filming with Terrill & Lindsey last night was an excellent nonstop conversation! New video on YouTube & articles coming! However here’s some eye candy to hold you over.
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04/25/2026

Come take a peek at the Lush Corals store in a double feature with an article and video store tour on our YouTube!