The worst thing that you can do to your goldfish is to contain it in a fishbowl. Yes, the old practice of putting a goldfish in a fishbowl is terrible. So how can you take care of your goldfish and ensure it lives a long and healthy life? Here are some of the points you … Read more
A sick fish in your tank is usually an indication of four things: the quality of your water, the temperature of the water, stocking problems, and environmental stress. So, if you have a sick fish, the reason could be any of the four mentioned. That said, you can easily avoid having a sick fish in … Read more
The process of curing live rock may be long and tedious, but don’t let that intimidate you into thinking it’s a complicated process, because as most aquarium hobbyists would tell you, it’s not. So, roll your sleeves up and get ready to cure that live rock that will make your fish tank healthy and beautiful. … Read more
If you’ve decided to grow plants in your aquarium or switch from a no-plant tank to a planted one, there are a few things you should know to make your venture successful. One of the things that play a critical role in your aquarium plants thriving in your tank and your plant-keeping becoming a success … Read more
There are many advantages to having aquarium plants in your fish tank that make them an essential part of your aquarium. But while there are advantages, there are also disadvantages. That is why while some old aquarium hobbyists would encourage you to include plants in your tanks, some would not recommend it. To put it … Read more
It’s easy to make aquarium mistakes when you’re a beginner. Fortunately, you can avoid them. Read on and learn how to set your new aquarium up for success! COMMON AQUARIUM MISTAKES 1. Overfeeding the fish. Because fish feed often comes with instructions to feed the fish 2-3x a day, new aquarium owners almost always fall … Read more
It’s a fact that if you want to be a successful aquarium hobbyist, you must make room for a quarantine tank in your hobby. Quarantine tanks are essential to treating your sick fish and keeping your healthy fish healthy. So, how do you make a quarantine tank? THE EQUIPMENT A quarantine tank (sometimes called a … Read more
How many hate algae blooms in their aquariums? Although algae can look great in your aquarium, they only look good in small amounts. It’s easy for algae to spread out of control, which is why you need to keep its growth in check. The go-to method of keeping algae in check is getting algae-eaters. There … Read more