Hey all. I've been keeping saltwater for almost 3 years. I just made the leap to reef this spring and I want to share this with you. Get yourself a hand lens or magnifying glass. I'm surprised I haven't seen this recommendation in any of the books I own or in any forum I've read. I'm sure it's out there, and I'm not the first to think of it, but wanted to share. It makes observing inverts especially more interesting. Corals, snails, stars, pods and shrimp are super cool to look at magnified.

I personally bought this particular one and I'm really really pleased. Hours of viewing enjoyment.

Carson® SureGrip 2x Soft-Grip Glass Magnifier with 10x Spot Lens (SG-10) by Carson Amazon.com: Carson® SureGrip 2x Soft-Grip Glass Magnifier with 10x Spot Lens (SG-10): Sports & Outdoors

I am going to try to take some magnified photos soon. I will post any good ones.