It’s an inevitability in our fish tanks. Sooner or later, detritus and algae make our beautiful aquarium decorations dirty. You can clean them, of course, but you also need to take some precautions to avoid any danger to the fauna in your tank. If you’re willing to learn, read on, and I’ll show you how …
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Tiger Barbs are a lively addition to any tank. They’re also likely to bully, or even kill, other fish if you’re not careful about who goes in with them. Fortunately, there are a wide variety of animals that combine well with these energetic little predators. Read on, and I’ll show you some of my favorites …
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Planted tanks are amazing, but not everyone has a green thumb. Or the time required to check water levels and maintain a planted tank properly. For those who fall into that category, there are some excellent alternatives. So, read on, and we’ll explore the artificial option and show you some of the best silk plants …
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From estuaries to mangroves, the world of brackish fish is much deeper than many people realize. Whether it’s a biome tank or just a fancy house for some Fiddler crabs… what we do know is that they’re awesome. If you’re looking for some stocking ideas for a brackish tank, you’re in the right place. Let’s …
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Sponge filters get a bad rap sometimes. They’re considered inferior, but in the right tank, you’ll quickly find that they’re an excellent addition to your equipment. They’re not super complicated, but there are still some big differences in them. Read on, and I’ll show you how to decide if a sponge filter is right for …
Algae is a constant problem in aquaria. Because of the issues it can cause, you may need to make sure that your tank is stocked with a cleanup crew alongside your flashier fish. There’s a lot of misconceptions surrounding algae eaters, so read on for some great ideas and some things to avoid.
One of the most important and most neglected steps in creating a thriving planted aquarium is the substrate. Depending on your level of experience, you might have even tried growing in clown puke. Fortunately, there are much better choices out there, so let’s jump right in. I’ll show you a bunch of great substrates, and …
Whatever shrimp you might have in your tank, plants are almost a requirement. They help your animals to thrive and also balance the ecosystem that exists within their tank. While all plants are good for shrimp, some do particularly well in the same conditions as our inverts. Others provide optimal hiding spaces without hiding the …
Angelfish are beautiful, but finding the right companions for them is much harder than it appears at first glance. The ideal companion for Angels, apart from more Angels, is often hard to find. Fortunately, there are a ton of tropical fish that make great companions for these magnificent creatures. Read on and I’ll show you …
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The backbone of the aquarium trade was long built on just a few varieties of fish. One of the most popular among them, Pterophyllum scalare, is still kept in tanks around the world. The adaptation of the angelfish to freshwater aquaria is magnificent, but there seems to be a bewildering variety of them out there. Read …
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