The aquarium hobby is a world full of exotic tropical fish. In many cases, the most beautiful of tropical fish are those that are friendly, community fish and suitable for housing in peaceful community tanks. Two of these such fish are mollies and platys! If you’ve seen these gorgeous fish in stores, you know that…
If you’re an aquarium hobbyist who’s just scored your first clownfish, chances are that you’re pretty excited! You’ve done tons of research on what your clownfish eats and have set up your saltwater aquarium so that your clownfish will live a happy and healthy life. You might still have a few questions, though — especially…
The use of filters or ultraviolet (UV) reactors in aquariums and ornamental ponds is an old and common technique, yet it is still a subject full of confusion and doubts, mainly about how long they should stay on. UV reactors are very efficient when used correctly and in the required size. The ultraviolet (UV) system…
Ornamental snails are unique animals to keep in your tropical freshwater aquarium. The problem is that not all snails willingly enter our tanks. Some species of snails can be kept without problems in aquariums; others can become a complex problem to fight. Seeing multiple spots inside the aquarium and gelatinous clumps through the glass…
Powerheads are used in freshwater aquariums as a water circulation pump, especially in large aquariums. They are responsible for helping with water movement, preventing the accumulation of residues in certain aquarium places, which can lead to areas without oxygen, giving rise to ammonia peaks, algae, cyanobacteria, and parameter fluctuations that compromise the quality and…
RO water is a type of water free of other substances, only H2O and nothing else dissolved. It is the purest presentation of water, allowing the aquarist to have complete control of the chemical parameters of the water that will be added to the aquarium. It turns out that some animals need a more…
Are you noticing a white film on top of the fish tank and wondering why this strange item arose out of nowhere? Well, you are not the first person to experience this difficulty, even though when it is not very common. The appearance of the white stuff on aquarium glass varies significantly. It generally appears…
A widespread situation for all aquarists is the appearance of white foam on the aquarium water’s surface. Because it is such a common problem, its causes and treatment are very well known. White foam in the aquarium. What is it? The white foam on the aquarium water surface arises due to the accumulation of proteins…
So recently you have been somewhat disappointed with all the unwanted algae growth in your water tank and all the mess that it creates there. Right? If you are looking for saltwater fish that can help you in cleaning up all this mess and also enhancing the overall look of your aquarium, you are in…