Breaking Down My Tank: How to Safely Move Fish & Corals Into Temporary Tanks | Hilary On The Move!

06-30-2026 Are you preparing for a big move and wondering how to safely transport your reef tank livestock? In this video, Hilary breaks down her Red Sea 425 aquarium and shares her step-by-step process for moving fish and corals into temporary storage. From setting up heavy-duty Rubbermaid totes with hang-on-back filters and heaters to essential gear like nitrile gloves and Tupperware containers, you'll learn exactly what you need for a successful tank breakdown. She also shares unexpected lessons learned along the way, including how to handle stubborn Marco Rock cement, creating a dedicated sand-filled tote for a Yellow Watchman Goby and Pistol Shrimp, and why you always need more temporary bins than you think! Whether you are moving across town or planning a long-distance relocation, these saltwater aquarium moving tips will help keep your live rock, corals, and fish safe during the transition. ______________________________________________ ⚠️ Products In This Video ► Marineland Penguin PRO 175 Bio-Wheel Hang On Back Filter (up to 30 gallons) - https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/penguin-pro-175-bio-wheel-hang-on-back-filter-up-to-30-gallons-marineland/ ► ASF MX Pro Multi-Use Pump (210 gph) - https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/mx-pro-multi-use-pump-210-gph-asf/ ► Eheim 25 Watt Jager TruTemp Submersible Aquarium Heater - https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/25-watt-jager-trutemp-submersible-aquarium-heater-eheim/ ► Marco Rocks E-Marco-400 Aquascaping Coraline Color Mortar Cement Kit - https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/e-marco-400-aquascaping-coraline-color-mortar-cement-kit-marco-rocks/ ► Tunze Protective Aquarium Gloves 0220.510 (~36 Inches) - https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/protective-aquarium-gloves-0220-510-36-inches-tunze/ ► Super Soft & Cozy 30" x 60" SaltwaterAquarium.com Logo Towel - https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/super-soft-cozy-30-x-60-saltwateraquarium-com-logo-towel/ ______________________________________________ Website - https://www.saltwateraquarium.com Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/swaqdotcom/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/saltwateraquariumdotcom/ Follow us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@saltwateraquarium.com ______________________________________________ 📩 If you have a request related to equipment in this video, or this video in general, email - [email protected] #saltwateraquarium #swaq