Category: Aquarium Starter
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How to keep an Aquarium while being on Long vacation
You can take your dog with you on a vacation, you can take your cat with you on a vacation. But fish? Not that easy and feasible. Even bringing one golden fish in a fishbowl will not work for flights, trains, and long-distance buses. Besides, the water vaporing from an Aquarium can make the house…
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What plants for Platy aquarium tanks
Planted aquariums with platies can be visually appealing and provide a more natural environment for your fish. When choosing plants for a platy aquarium tank, it’s essential to consider the needs of both the plants and the fish. Here are some popular and suitable plants for a platy aquarium: Remember to provide suitable lighting, substrate,…
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Platys aquarium fish tank shape
Platys are undoubtedly wonderful fish, they are very hardy and active fish who like to swim fast. Neither a tall or square tank would make sense to keep these fish, but a rectangle tank would make them happy.
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How to make Neon Tetras fish schooling
neon tetra prefer to live in large group of 6 or more to feel safe, otherwise they will hide. They also require a large aquarium, something like 80 liters or more so they have space to swim. If you want to make them school, you should: + have 10 or more neon + have large…
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Pros and Cons of driftwood in an Aquarium
Using driftwood in a fish tank can have both advantages and disadvantages, depending on various factors such as the type of fish you have and the overall setup of the aquarium. Here are some pros and cons: Pros: Cons: In summary, the decision to use driftwood in a fish tank depends on the specific requirements…
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How many Aquarium Fish Tank do you have at home?
The answer to this question depends on what you do with those fish tanks. But a general principle is that each fish tank needs maintenance. You cannot have a good-looking Aquarium without frequent work. My way of calculating is to start with just 1 but before that plan ahead which kind of fish you want…
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How often should I feed my aquarium fish
Feeding your fish is fun, it’s quite enjoyable to watch your little fish eating little pellets or flakes. So you tend to feed them quite often when you’re nearby, right? But it’s wrong. In my opinion, you should only feed your fish once a day only the amount that they can eat all in 1…
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What is that white fuzz stuff on all over my aquarium driftwoods?
After setting up the Aquarium for a while, at the beginning all looked great: the water was clear, deco and plants looked great. And then this white stuff appeared on driftwood, you might wonder: what the heck are they anyway? Well, it turned out they are some kind of fungus or beneficial bacteria. And they…
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Small algae on Aquarium Plants, how to treat them
If you have one of these small, hair-size, and quite short algae in your new Aquarium, it’s perfectly normal! In fact, it’s a good sign that your Aquarium ecosystem is establishing. When you see one of these, the first thing to observe should be the color and size of the algae and testing your water…
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How to fight against Algae in Aquarium
Either green, red, or brown algae, any kind of algae does not look good for Aquarium water and plants. In some cases, you can’t barely see your fish, and in some cases, your plants start to die. There are some ways you can prevent this from happening, but unfortunately, you only recognize the issue when it’s…
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How to ensure high water quality for Aquarium?
Maintaining the best water quality is crucial for the health and well-being of aquarium fish and other aquatic organisms. Here are some key tips to help you maintain optimal water quality: By following these guidelines and staying proactive in your aquarium maintenance routine, you can create and maintain a healthy and stable aquatic environment for…
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Can I grow Guppies fish without a heater?
The guppy (Poecilia reticulata), also known as millionfish or the rainbow fish is one of the world’s most widely distributed tropical fish and one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish species. And it is easy to keep for simple reasons. They are very hardy fish! Although guppies prefer water temperatures around 22.2–26.1 °C (72–79 °F), they can be kept with the temperature from 20-30 without…
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Best aquarium Size for Home
Choosing the correct Aquarium size for your home can be a challenge because each Aquarium size has its own pros and cons Problem with big aquarium size (eg: more than 150 Liters): + Difficult to change the water, if you want to change said 25% to 50% of a 150 Liters (40 gallons) tank, you’ll…
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What fish can you keep in a 5 gallons tank?
A 5-gallon or 20-liter fish tank is a perfect size for a desktop Aquarium, it will be 25x25x35cm or 20x30x35 cm and this makes it easy to put on a table or a work desktop. Of course, it is more challenging keeping an Aquarium of this size, but challenge is what brings fun and meaning, isn’t…
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How much Filtration Speed is needed for your aquarium?
There are many types of Filters out there but they are all doing the same, serving the same purpose to your aquarium: + Make the water clean+ House the beneficial bacteria+ Create a good flow / current of water circulation While most people think make water clean is the only purpose of a filter, actually…
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Understand the Nitrogen Cycle in Aquarium
The nitrogen cycle is a crucial biological process in aquariums that involves the conversion of nitrogen compounds, primarily ammonia, into less harmful forms. It is essential for maintaining water quality and ensuring the well-being of aquatic organisms. The nitrogen cycle consists of several key stages: It’s important for aquarium hobbyists to monitor water parameters regularly,…
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Should I keep mixed Guppy Gender as starter?
When you’re starting a new Aquarium for guppies, you’ll probably get one of the small desktop ones of 5 to 15 gallons (around 20 – 60 liters). Because from what you see, guppies are quite small fish to keep.But if you wonder if you should keep both male and female guppies together? Then the answer…
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Platy tank size in Liters Requirement
Platies are beautiful fish, you can have all type of bright colors for this hardy fish and they are fun to watch feeding as well. But will your aquarium be a good suite for it? How many liters should the tank be for platies fish? Since an adult Platy can grow up to 7cm, and…
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How to make Nano Aquarium Easy to maintain?
Maintaining a small aquarium can be surprisingly challenging when compared to a larger one. While they may seem like a good beginner option due to their affordability and size, it’s important to note that the smaller the tank, the more difficult it can be to maintain a healthy environment for your fish. For example this…
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Top fish combination for a new Aquarium
Starting a new Aquarium would be a challenging work, most people start with a small to medium aquarium so that they can place it on a desktop or kitchen. Normally these are 5, 10, 15 or 20 gallons fish tank, and they can house something from 3 to 20 fish accordingly. This is a combination…
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Will Tap Water kill my fish?
To answer the question, first we need to know what is inside a cup of tap water. The list is long and varied depends on where you live, but in general these chemicals are there: Fluoride -> will probably kill your fish, and all other living bacteria Lead Microplastics So yes, tap water will definitely…