What is a Fishless Cycle?
Aquarists know that cycling a new tank is obligatory. You have to go through the process of cycling whether you want to or not. Aquarists can cycle their aquariums in various ways with higher efficiency…
What is the Walstad Method?
Walstad tanks were infamous before the publication of Diana Walstad’s book, Ecology of the Planted Aquarium: A practical manual and scientific treatise. After its publication, aquarists from far and beyond started to embrace Walstad tanks…
Can I use Garden Soil in My Aquarium?
Aquarist, who get into the hobby on a strict budget, are more likely to find more affordable ways of getting things. It is, therefore, no surprise that one might want to use your garden soil…
Do I need Gravel in My Fish Tank?
The buzz of fish keeping and aquariums brings many questions from setting up to maintenance and more. One of the questions I hear people ask around is whether they need gravel in their tanks? You…
How long does it take Platy Fry to Grow?
The growth of platy fry is the concern of many platy breeding aquarists. It is fascinating and exciting to have new platy babies. You can’t wait for them to grow up already and bloom to…
Why is My Guppy Fry not Growing?
Fishkeepers that love guppies will tell you how they breed like rats. Yeah, that is true. Breeding eventually leads to new guppies in your care, albeit minuscule ones. Probably, you are there waiting for the…