Many experienced aquarists recommend drip acclimation not only for new fish but also invertebrates such as shrimp, snails, and urchins, and sometimes even corals. It may appear a little daunting at first. But don’t worry, once you actually give it a try

Do I need to drip acclimate my corals or fish? By Lev Ingman Corals have a much lower metabolic rate than fish so corals generally produce far less waste than fish and as a result corals can generally be in a bag for longer without any issues.

However, a more exact method of acclimation provided by the Drip Method is required for fish, corals or invertebrates sensitive to sudden changes in water chemistry. Why Acclimate? The reason why acclimation is necessary is simple: the chemical makeup of