
This podcast is dedicated to helping an aquarists keep a successful saltwater and coral reef aquarium. We do it by talking to saltwater professionals and seeing how they do it.
Episodes

Mar 26, 2026
Mar 26, 2026
27 min
On this episode of AmericanReef we have a 2 year update on the Ammonia dosing experiment on the Paletta SPS Reef tank. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
22 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike Paletta will discuss some of the trials and tribulations that have occurred over the past year on the sunlit, soft coral tank. As always, send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Nov 7, 2025
Nov 7, 2025
34 min
On this episode of American Reef were heading back over to Mike Paletta's to check out his gorgeous freshwater planted tank that uses no CO2 supplementation. Send all questions to Americanreef@me.com.

Aug 29, 2025
Aug 29, 2025
39 min
On this episode of American Reef, we review my initial solution for protecting and saving my aquarium if there is a power outage using a Jackery Solar Generator 1000 and the Tunze 6020 nanostream with the 9004 Skimmer. Please send all questions to Americanreef@me.com.

Aug 13, 2025
Aug 13, 2025
20 min
On this episode of American Reef, we start a new video series geared to educate hobbyists on how to use solar to supplement the saltwater tanks energy needs. Send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Feb 10, 2025
Feb 10, 2025
43 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we take a look at the Paletta 500 gallon reef tank 3 months after he replaced most all of the smaller circulating pumps with two larger ones.

Jan 28, 2025
Jan 28, 2025
35 min
Over the past year Mike has made some changes to his 500 gallon reef. On this episode of AmericanReef Mike will discuss those changes. As well as a dinoflagellate issue and how he solved it. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Aug 21, 2024
Aug 21, 2024
44 min
On this episode of Americanreef, well known author and accredited reef keeping hobbyist Mike Paletta, discusses what he would suggest as the perfect saltwater aquarium starter setup with saltwater fish and coral. As always, any questions, feel free to send them over to Americanreef@me.com

Jul 3, 2024
Jul 3, 2024
22 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we take a look at the Paletta sunlit tank, seven months after the aquarium stand replacement project. Mike also has some suggestions on starter fish and coral for someone new to the saltwater and reefkeeping hobby. As always, any questions, feel free to send them over to Americanreef@me.com

Jun 20, 2024
Jun 20, 2024
9 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we look at how Mike replaced his aquarium stand on the sunlit Paletta tank. As always, send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com.

Jun 13, 2024
Jun 13, 2024
16 min
Ever wonder what happens to your corals and fish when magnesium is over 2000 ppm... Watch this episode of American Reef and find out how it happened and how I'm correcting it. Send all questions over to americanreef@me.com

Jan 5, 2024
Jan 5, 2024
29 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we talk about how the Tunze 6105 ECO pays for itself when comparing it to the other name brand circulating pumps. Send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Nov 10, 2023
Nov 10, 2023
49 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we are heading back over to Mike Paletta's to get a update on the 500 gallon reef tank. It's been three years since we've last seen the tank and lots has happened. Send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Nov 3, 2023
Nov 3, 2023
33 min
On this episode of Americanreef, Shane from SBB corals shares some of his successful and unsuccessful marketing strategies for turning his hobby into a successful small business. As always, send any questions to Americanreef@me.com

Oct 27, 2023
Oct 27, 2023
32 min
On this episode of americanreef, we are going to check out and assemble one of the best aquarium stands you can buy for a fish tank. Send all questions to americanreef@me.com If you are interested in the stand, check it out here http://www.alufabinc.com/aquarium-stands/

Oct 7, 2023
Oct 7, 2023
34 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we take a look what’s new with the Paletta Sunlit Tank - which I think as a perfect starter saltwater tank for the beginner. As always comments and concerns questions to americanreef@me.com

Jul 20, 2023
Jul 20, 2023
16 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we discuss one way to help avoid scratching your aquarium glass with your algae cleaning products. We also take a look at the new Tunze Premium Care Booster. Please send any comments to Americanreef@me.com

Jun 12, 2023
Jun 12, 2023
7 min
On this episode of the AmericanReef Diving Series, the Pura Vida divers are diving off the shore of West Palm Beach. As always send any questions over to AmericanReef@Me.com

Mar 17, 2023
Mar 17, 2023
13 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we explain why new hobbyists should avoid feeding flake and pellet foods to their saltwater coral reef aquarium. As always comments and concerns questions to americanreef@me.com

Mar 7, 2023
Mar 7, 2023
9 min
On this episode of americanreef, we talk about a potential option that could save your fish decided to jump out of a fish tank. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Feb 22, 2023
Feb 22, 2023
54 min
On this episode of American read, we talk to Shane, the owner of SBB corals about some of the business aspects of starting a coral farming business out of your house. Send an email to americanreef@me.com with any questions.

Jan 19, 2023
Jan 19, 2023
6 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we see how Shane from SBB corals, packs and ships his corals. As well, what they look like after they have been acclimated. Send any questions to americanreef@ me.com

Nov 19, 2022
Nov 19, 2022
33 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we share part II of the discussion with Shane from SBB corals, as he talks about his reefkeeping journey as well as the lessons learned along the way. Send any questions to americanreef@me.com

Sep 6, 2022
Sep 6, 2022
29 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Shane from SBB corals talks about his reefkeeping journey as well as the lessons learned along the way. Send any questions to americanreef@ me.com

Jul 29, 2022
Jul 29, 2022
9 min
On this episode of AmericanReef we discuss a simple homemade tool every reef keeper will need, use and love. Send any questions to americanreef@me.com

May 26, 2022
May 26, 2022
8 min
On this episode of AmericanReef we discuss how to prevent and eliminate reef tank pests, specifically the Bristle Worm. Send any questions to americanreef@me.com

Mar 15, 2022
Mar 15, 2022
22 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike shares the results of comparing various Reef keeping parameters between 20 of the hobbies most successful coral growers and reef keepers. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Jan 4, 2022
Jan 4, 2022
22 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike shares with us a simple pro tip for getting faster coral growth in your saltwater and coral reef tank. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Oct 8, 2021
Oct 8, 2021
26 min
On this episode of americanreef we talk with Mike about growing and feeding phytoplankton and rotifers for your saltwater and reef tank. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Jul 22, 2021
Jul 22, 2021
26 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike Paletta talks to us about what he learned about coral reef keeping and saltwater fish during the COVID-19 pandemic. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Jun 7, 2021
Jun 7, 2021
27 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we discuss all the changes made to the Tang Tank since the last video. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Feb 20, 2021
Feb 20, 2021
45 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Tim discusses how he has been battling RTN and a Kalk overdose with his beautiful 400 gallon reef. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Oct 26, 2020
Oct 26, 2020
10 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Kevin from Top Shelf Aquatics gives us 3 pro tips for the saltwater and coral reef tank owner. As always, send any questions over to AmericanReef@me.com

Oct 26, 2020
Oct 26, 2020
29 min
On this episode of Americanreef, SanJay talks about his two other saltwater tanks, the softie and monti tanks. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Jul 22, 2020
Jul 22, 2020
45 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we have an update to the Paletta 500 gallon reef tank and the growth of some of those new frags from the last video. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Jun 1, 2020
Jun 1, 2020
17 min
On this episode of Americanreef, SanJay set up a new aquarium and Mike and Sanjay discuss why they like it so much. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Apr 3, 2020
Apr 3, 2020
20 min
On this episode of Americanreef, Mike is upgrading the Nano. We discuss what that upgrade will look like and why he wants to upgrade. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Feb 10, 2020
Feb 10, 2020
51 min
On this episode of Americanreef, Mike is adding 20 frags to the 500 gallon reef tank. He will also demonstrate what he believes is the best way to mount and clean the coral frags, As well as talk about his thoughts on coral placement. As always send all questions to Americanreef@me.com

Feb 10, 2020
Feb 10, 2020
25 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we travel back in time to what I feel was one of the first (hobbyist maintain) successful beautiful large SPS dominated reef tanks in America.In this episode, we are checking out the old school life support systems like filtration, lighting, chilling and dosing. If you have a 10 gallon saltwater fish tank setup and want to upgrade, check out this video for great ideas. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Dec 18, 2019
Dec 18, 2019
16 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we're going to check out how to build your own custom coral reef rock structures. Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Nov 12, 2019
Nov 12, 2019
36 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we had back out to the Top Shelf Aquatics aquaculture facility to get a tour of the components including the life support and lighting systems used to power the farm. Send all the questions too, Americanreef@me.com

Nov 1, 2019
Nov 1, 2019
29 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we travel back in time to what I feel was one of the first (hobbyist maintain) successful beautiful large SPS dominated reef tanks in America.

Oct 7, 2019
Oct 7, 2019
32 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we talk to the professionals to see how they grow healthy, vibrant, hard to get coral as fast as humanly possible. In this segment, we have a high-level overview of their new aquaculture facility. Send all questions over to Americanreef@me.com

Aug 30, 2019
Aug 30, 2019
22 min
On this episode of Americanreef we go back to visit Kevin and he gives us a tour of the filtration room that handles the life-support for his beautiful SPS dominated tank. Please send any questions to Americanreef@me.com

Jul 24, 2019
Jul 24, 2019
47 min
On this episode of Americanreef, Mike and I visit Sanjay to talk about some of the changes he has made on his main display tank. As always, Please send any questions to Americanreef@me.com

Jun 27, 2019
Jun 27, 2019
37 min
This is the sale talked about in the previous video. It only happens approximately 4 times a year and this weekend is one of those times. Win free corals and other free prizes while at the same time getting some of the coolest rarest corals that exists in the hobby. In this video, we get to hear from one of the owners of Top Shelf Aquatics on how the sale works and how to get some of the best deals available. You'll also get to hear from Claudia, one of the individuals that will actually be working the orders behind the scenes. Good luck this weekend!

Jun 5, 2019
Jun 5, 2019
43 min
On this episode of Americanreef, we have another tank tour. In this video, we are showcasing Kevin's amazing reef tank. Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com

May 3, 2019
May 3, 2019
52 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike improved the filtration on the new 500 gallon tank and Top Shelf Aquatics rules! Send all questions to americanreef@me.com

Apr 11, 2019
Apr 11, 2019
27 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, Mike shares some of the tips and tricks that he uses when feeding his aquariums. Please send all questions to AmericanReef@me.com

Mar 11, 2019
Mar 11, 2019
40 min
On this episode of AmericanReef, we visit the professionals at TopShelf aquatics and discuss how they find and eradicate reef tank pests using jewelers glasses, antibiotics and lots of other fun stuff!! Please send all questions to americanreef@me.com
