So your fish mysteriously died last night and you don’t know why. It could be one or several of the 21 reasons below. Think about something you may have done that you didn’t do before. That could be the cause or maybe it’s just that you’re not taking care of your aquarium. In any case, the cause of your …
Air Pump vs Filter vs Powerhead: 3 Reasons You Want an Air Pump
The function of an air pump is to pump air from the atmosphere into your aquarium. Using an air pump with an airstone creates bubbles that float to the surface and create surface agitation that allows for the exchange of gases allowing oxygen from the air to enter the water for your fish. The fish absorb the oxygen through …
Beginners Betta Care Guide: Tips, Facts, How To
The betta (bet-tah) fish are easily recognizable with their gorgeous long fins. They are native to Southeast Asia countries and come in a wide variety of types and colors. Bettas are not exactly a beginner fish but are not the most difficult fish to care for either. In this guide you will learn: Proper housing & environment Various types of …
Is Your Aquarium Heater Dangerous?
Did you know your aquarium heater can electrocute your fish and burn your house down? You don’t have to search very far to find horror stories about fires with aquarium equipment. These situations occur with surprising frequency. The damages are real and are often catastrophic. There are in fact things you can do to prevent an aquarium heater failure …
7 Horrible Mistakes Beginners Make With A Fish Tank
You may be killing your pet fish and not even know it. Thing is, how do you know what you’re doing wrong? Well, that’s what you’re going to learn in this guide. 7 mistakes you may be making right now and how to correct them. Let’s start with number 1: Overfeeding Your Fish It’s important to feed your fish, …
Fishkeeping: Advice, Tips & Tricks
The fish keeping hobby is a really cool hobby. Not only can you add a visually appealing aesthetic to your living space, but you’ll have a beautiful fish tank to show off to your friends and family. There are so many species of tropical fish that come in beautiful arrays of colors that it’s ridiculous. You can always experiment …
Clear Your CLOUDY Fish Tank: 5 Surefire Strategies
Struggling with a cloudy, disgusting fish tank? Of course you are or you wouldn’t be reading this article. Now you can have a crystal clear aquarium overnight without starting over. If you want to learn from the experts on how to fix your cloudy water, then this short guide is for you. But first, you need to understand the …
5 Proven Methods For Cycling A Fish Tank: Which One Is Fastest?
Does this sound like you? You got a new fish tank. You set it up but then… You’ve heard that you have to cycle the tank first before you add the fish. What? I have to wait several weeks? Cycling a new fish tank can take up to several weeks, but there is one way to do it faster. Proper …
Fish Tank Filter Installation: HOB, Canister, Sponge, Under Gravel
Does this sound familiar? You get a new filter for your fish tank and you’re not sure how to install it or even where to put it. If you’re a little confused about how to install your fish tank filter, then this short guide is for you. Installing a Power/HOB Filter Cartridges: Typically these type of filters come with …
How To Remove Algae From Fish Tank Decorations
The fastest way to remove algae from a fish tank decoration is to remove the decoration, spray hydrogen peroxide on it and let it sit for 5 minutes, brush it off with a sink scrubber or fish tank scrubber, rinse and return it to the fish tank. Make sure to use a water conditioner in your fish tank after …